1975 300D series 115 parts
 

Does anyone have a source for interior panels? I need the dash panel that goes above the driver's feet, just under the steering column. Thanks for any help.

bone yard
 

Salvage yard may be your best bet.

have never seen a panel, not like the w123's.

don

Not sure if this is stock but, my W115 240D only has a 'pretty panel' underneath the steering column and toward the center console, not all the way across like a 123.

I tried the MB dealer but the panel is not even listed on their computer. The panel is only a piece of black cardboard with sound deadening material on the back. It has a couple of tabs that bend down against the fire wall. I could make it out of Masonite but it has a slight concave curve to it and the tabs would have to be afixed to it some how. I repaired the one on the passenger's side with some Masonite strips so I guess I'll have to do the same here.

kip, somebody somewhere (perhaps the Vintage section) described how they made/ repaired the panels. I have mine out and in the house and can make a drawing if you're interested. Would be an easy afternoon job once you have the materials.

I have the old piece but it is much the worse for wear. I fixed the pass. side with some Masonite and it looks nearly new but I thought if I could find one for $10-20 I would replace the driver's sode rather than build a new one. My only concern is that the driver's side has what appears to be a compound curve in it which might be difficult to replacate in 1/8" hardboard. But, since this is to be my son's car and not open to auto show type scrutiny I think the Masonite might be as good as any.

Your problem is simple and cheap to fix.
 

Hello kip Foss
Your problem is simple and cheap to fix.
Paper mache is the answer.
http://www.planetpals.com/papermache.html
I worked on a show car last month that had panels made from Paper Mache.
I was stunned that the car is a major award winner.
Use your old panel as a mold, the final three layers must be full sheets.
Use a good primer and a coat of black paint to finish it.
Add a sound damper pad to the back and it will be as nice as a new OEM part.
Have a great day.

The paper mache sounds like a good idea. I made a paper mache volcano in 6th grade and won first place in the science fair for it. A flat panel shouldn't be too difficult.