JCE- you are KILLING me dude!
your 300 was one of the 1st cars i saw here on the forum, and i also had one that was silver/burgandy (an 87). i wanted badly to get mine looking as good as yours. but then on 7/3/02 i was hit and the 300 went to the boneyard.
i could not find another acceptable 300, as i wanted only up to 89 (without the lower body cladding) that was in great condition, and after great soul searching about what my actual needs were, now have a W202 in the garage.
now dont get me wrong, the C-280 IS a good car, and i now find that the size is REALLY perfect for my needs,
BUT, seeing your pic of the two side by side in the rear shot, i realize just how much i really like the W124, and wonder if another one might find its way to my house at some future time?