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w123fanman · #16 01-21-2015, 03:42 PM

I ran my OM602 NA with the exhaust cut from the front silencer back for a few days (long story). Besides the drone being almost deafening, it sounded really good. The car sounded like it was much faster than it was. It actually made the car much slower because I didn't want to be revving it out, especially in residential areas. I did purposely scare some people with the noise and the smoke as this was before I sorted out the fuel system.

Phillytwotank · #17 01-21-2015, 04:06 PM

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Originally Posted by Maxbumpo

Was "Kenny" the seller? Glad to hear the car is nice, I called Kenny once about a very similar car that he was selling, the moment I asked some basic questions, his response set off red flags. This was a couple years ago, but I noticed the same car has been advertised on CL every six months or so since then.

Yep, Ole Kenny. A fan of Mercedes diesels for sure but not a mechanic. I didn't get the vibe that he did much work on his own cars but instead took them all to Star Motor Service in Charleston who i guess has a pretty good reputation and where he had bought this car from a few years ago.

Like i said, She's not perfect but the goods far out weigh the bads on this one. I feel like i got a good one for a good price.

Maxbumpo · #18 01-21-2015, 04:19 PM

Star Motors is top notch, I love to go by and see the nice cars, the owner Axle is a big fan of the diesels. He's also got a nice 124 E500 that makes me drool.

ROLLGUY · #19 01-21-2015, 06:00 PM

Can your new friend come and play at my house for a while?

(let's say a year or more!)

vstech · #20 01-21-2015, 06:12 PM

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Originally Posted by w123fanman

I ran my OM602 NA with the exhaust cut from the front silencer back for a few days (long story). Besides the drone being almost deafening, it sounded really good. The car sounded like it was much faster than it was. It actually made the car much slower because I didn't want to be revving it out, especially in residential areas. I did purposely scare some people with the noise and the smoke as this was before I sorted out the fuel system.

The turbos are MUCH quieter with the cut out open. And the turbo spools nearly instantly...

Phillytwotank · #21 01-21-2015, 07:54 PM

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Originally Posted by Maxbumpo

Star Motors is top notch, I love to go by and see the nice cars, the owner Axle is a big fan of the diesels. He's also got a nice 124 E500 that makes me drool.

That makes me feel good that you also confirm what I've heard about SMW since it was last sold by them. No records came with the car but I can tell that it's got a new alternator, engine mounts, and new style vacuum pump.

Phillytwotank · #22 01-23-2015, 12:44 PM

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Originally Posted by ROLLGUY

Can your new friend come and play at my house for a while?

(let's say a year or more!)

Only if you feed her a strict diet of your best 50\50

Phillytwotank · #23 01-23-2015, 12:45 PM

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Originally Posted by vstech

The turbos are MUCH quieter with the cut out open. And the turbo spools nearly instantly...

Well, after i get her on the road i'll have to cruize up to your place and we can do some choppin'

Phillytwotank · #24 02-13-2015, 10:57 AM

Two weeks on the road and everything is still cool. A couple of small issues that need to be addressed but no major regrets.

winmutt · #25 02-13-2015, 11:15 AM

Now, to just get the proper bumper.

Phillytwotank · #26 02-13-2015, 11:40 AM

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Originally Posted by winmutt

Now, to just get the proper bumper.

Yeah. I didn't notice that until a couple days later. I guess that white is sposed to match the grey of the rest of the body cladding... or is it wrong all together?

winmutt · #27 02-13-2015, 11:54 AM

Should color match, but it does have the chrome strips on top so its the correct facelift. I wouldn't even waste the time to swap it out if I even had the right bumper sitting around.