The new wiring harnesses are fine, i.e., the insulation no longer flackes off.

My Mercedes mechanic tells me that he has never had a new gasket fail that he has replaced. He showed me the new gasket - it has metal inserts that keep it indexed in the block, preventing it from sliding around.

I'd have no problem buying this car.

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Paul S.

2001 E430, Bourdeaux Red, Oyster interior.
79,200 miles.

1973 280SE 4.5, 170,000 miles. 568 Signal Red, Black MB Tex. "The Red Baron".