I have a 300SE and it's kinda slow, at low speeds. The engine turns about 3000 rpm at 60 so it's buzzy. It will move right along though but some transmission manipulation is necessary.

There's lots of room in the engine compartment. Get a PPI. I did but my waterpump started leaking so I'm doing that. Expect to put some money into it, figure $2K if you do the work, for deferred maintenance.

The car is great and people do look. One guy in my office keeps asking if I brought der Panzerwagon.

My wife thinks it looks like a Mafia car. She loves the room but doesn't understand MB's. My kids love it.

The SEL has lots of room in the rear area.

A 420SEL is about perfect but expect to do some chain work, guides and chain etc.

Get the repair CD.

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Warren

Currently 1965 220Sb, 2002 FORD Crown Vic Police Interceptor

Had 1965 220SEb, 1967 230S, 280SE 4.5, 300SE (W126), 420SEL

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