Hi guys,

Shifting from 1st to 2nd in my 4-speed 240D today, I felt the shifter knob rip. Yep, after 30 years, the poor original factory knob has seen its last.

It's the stock knob, with the rubbery material.

Do you guys have any recommendations on a replacement, or should I stick with the trusty (but boring) factory knob?

Thanks,

Packman

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83 240D - 4 speed manual - Manilla Beige
189K miles, Tachometer mod, cool wooden shift knob from PeachParts, CocoMats, Original factory paint, manual windows, manual sunroof. Starting to add AudioWrap to this car too!

You can get replacement knobs with wood.
1978 Mercedes-Benz 240D Sedan - Interior Accessories - Page 1

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Thanks, that's a GREAT suggestion. Has anyone purchased one of these... and if so, do you have a photo?

Thanks,

Packman

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83 240D - 4 speed manual - Manilla Beige
189K miles, Tachometer mod, cool wooden shift knob from PeachParts, CocoMats, Original factory paint, manual windows, manual sunroof. Starting to add AudioWrap to this car too!

Billiards supply, drill & tap an 8-ball.

or this one
Custom Shift Knob | Metal Flake Shift Knob | Hot Rod Shift Knobs | Johnny Cash Shift Knob

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here is a picture of my wood knob I got my from ebay I also have a almost new regular knob from a 240D if you want to buy it for $20.00 shipped. The one in the left

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Thanks to everyone for the responses. I have ordered the solid Zebrano Wood knob that Biodiesel300TD pointed out at PelicanParts. Thanks, I'm looking forward to not only repairing the problem but making the 240D more attractive!

I love this forum! Thanks so much.

Packman

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83 240D - 4 speed manual - Manilla Beige
189K miles, Tachometer mod, cool wooden shift knob from PeachParts, CocoMats, Original factory paint, manual windows, manual sunroof. Starting to add AudioWrap to this car too!

Cool. Be sure to post a pic when you get it installed.

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