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Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 04-21-2012, 09:48 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,110
Posted By johng99
Car arrived today - it is in really great...

Car arrived today - it is in really great condition - thanks Tyler!
I am surprised at the performance with the big inline 6 - more than adequate.
I will keep the forum posted as I move forward with...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 04-13-2012, 03:38 PM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,184
Posted By johng99
I agree with all - a PPI would be in order, but...

I agree with all - a PPI would be in order, but these are hard to come by, so it might be worth a look.
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 04-13-2012, 11:59 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,184
Posted By johng99
1996 CL500

Nice low mileage one at Vintage Sales in Cincinnati, at a good price.
Vintage Sales Selected Car (http://www.vintagesalesonline.com/2005mercedes/mercedescar.php?AutoID=333)
You don't see these very...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 04-11-2012, 04:25 PM
Replies: 22
Views: 4,110
Posted By johng99
JimmyL, I have been very happy with the cars...

JimmyL,
I have been very happy with the cars purchased from Tyler - I still have the batmobile (ha) - it now has almost 202K and is running strong. My son will take that one over this summer.
I...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 03-14-2012, 08:17 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,449
Posted By johng99
No intent to offend with my comment - only to...

No intent to offend with my comment - only to educate someone that doesn't know that a starter that fails to engage is a starter that will need to be replaced before too long. Had the exact same...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 03-14-2012, 12:17 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,449
Posted By johng99
you forgot to mention the starter.

you forgot to mention the starter.
Forum: Tech Help 03-14-2012, 12:14 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,253
Posted By johng99
On the positive side, all the work I did on my...

On the positive side, all the work I did on my engine radically changed performance. So much more responsive, feels quicker, too. I guess all those parts (and especially vacuum leaks) that gradually...
Forum: Tech Help 03-13-2012, 06:46 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,253
Posted By johng99
A lot, depending upon what needs to be done. Two...

A lot, depending upon what needs to be done. Two years ago I had my mechanic dig into mine as my oil leaks were becoming unmanageable due to leaking head gaskets. The big issue that we had was that...
Forum: Tech Help 03-11-2012, 04:00 PM
Replies: 2
Views: 1,381
Posted By johng99
Why I Love this Forum

Haha,
Just did exactly the same thing - changing out door locks on driver side of my '84 300sd- all back together but can't lock door. I do a search and land on this question, and - oh, yeah, and...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 01-28-2012, 12:35 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,301
Posted By johng99
It was a '95, but yes, the previous owner had...

It was a '95, but yes, the previous owner had replaced the wiring harness. I got the dealer to do the head gasket at a discounted labor rate. It pays to know the cars well and know what you are...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 01-27-2012, 12:56 PM
Replies: 9
Views: 1,301
Posted By johng99
Bought one a couple of years ago from my local MB...

Bought one a couple of years ago from my local MB dealer. Car had 90,000 miles on it and was dealer serviced for the first 75,000. The body and interior were in mint condition, new tires, and it had...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-07-2011, 03:41 PM
Replies: 14
Views: 1,056
Posted By johng99
I have owned both the '95 and '93 - still own the...

I have owned both the '95 and '93 - still own the '95 - it is the one Jimmy owned :)
If you are looking for a w124 diesel I would consider any of them. My '93 was a fine car and my son and I put...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-06-2011, 10:34 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 853
Posted By johng99
AC issues, including evaporator core, or CCU....

AC issues, including evaporator core, or CCU. Wiring harness. Cruise control. Headgasket due to overheating. These are what come to mind and are more time-dependent vs. mileage.
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 10-25-2011, 10:46 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 6,624
Posted By johng99
The Cryoseal option looks to be a good one, I...

The Cryoseal option looks to be a good one, I don't see any negatives from it, but there doesn't seem to be enough experience out there with these evaporators to have an idea of success rate....
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 10-23-2011, 10:16 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 6,624
Posted By johng99
I hope it is not the evaporator core, which as...

I hope it is not the evaporator core, which as you know is quite pricey to repair.Not sure when the problem started with the w124's but my '93 and first '95 had the issue. Good luck.
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 10-13-2011, 12:26 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,264
Posted By johng99
Hi Jimmy, Now that I can respond properly, yes...

Hi Jimmy,
Now that I can respond properly, yes I bought the Batmobile, too. Originally purchased for my son, but I have been driving it lately as my son is living in the dorm this year and really...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 10-10-2011, 11:59 PM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,003
Posted By johng99
Thanks for listening. Now, bring on those cars!

Thanks for listening. Now, bring on those cars!
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 10-10-2011, 11:33 AM
Replies: 29
Views: 3,003
Posted By johng99
This has been a trusted site - cars for sale ads...

This has been a trusted site - cars for sale ads that are truthful and well written don't usually get heckling. Yes, some ask outlandish prices, but it is always up to the buyer to decide the...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 05-09-2011, 01:03 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 1,350
Posted By johng99
1995 E300 - Update (Batmobile)

I have now had this car a little over a month (bought here on the forum from Tyler) and want to give you my impressions (good and bad) as well as what has been done as a new owner.
First, I am...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 05-09-2011, 12:36 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 11,357
Posted By johng99
I have had the car for about a month, and will...

I have had the car for about a month, and will give an update on the diesel forum.
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 04-07-2011, 11:30 AM
Replies: 59
Views: 11,357
Posted By johng99
Thanks to everyone. I will keep you posted on...

Thanks to everyone. I will keep you posted on "Life with the Batmobile".
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 04-06-2011, 06:42 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 11,357
Posted By johng99
Yes, I am the happy buyer. I think it will go...

Yes, I am the happy buyer. I think it will go well with the rest of my "herd". I have had two 124's in the past and really wanted another, and I miss my diesel, so this is a great match. The car will...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 03-25-2011, 09:45 PM
Replies: 59
Views: 11,357
Posted By johng99
PM sent

PM sent
Forum: Tech Help 10-01-2010, 10:44 AM
Replies: 0
Views: 921
Posted By johng99
w126 shifting problems

I have done several searches, and can't seem to find anyone that has had a problem similar to mine. This is my '88 560SEC. Transmission rebuild 4 years ago, shifts are firm, no issues there. The...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 07-02-2010, 03:26 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 2,158
Posted By johng99
PM Sent

PM Sent
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 06-28-2010, 10:02 AM
Replies: 42
Views: 6,529
Posted By johng99
I wish you were closer. My son just totaled my...

I wish you were closer. My son just totaled my 300D and I'm looking for a replacement.
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 06-23-2010, 11:24 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 790
Posted By johng99
Evansville is at the southern end of the state....

Evansville is at the southern end of the state. Probably 5 hours or so by car.
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 06-23-2010, 06:37 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 790
Posted By johng99
1993 300D for parts

My son just totaled the '93. He broadsided a Dodge Ram pickup. He is OK - the car did it's job and protected him as I always knew she would.
It is black on black, had approx. 155,000 on a very good...
Forum: Tech Help 06-03-2010, 01:28 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 1,173
Posted By johng99
560SEC vibration on take off

Well, after a lot of work to the SEC (upper engine rebuild) it is running really, really well, except that at times I feel a vibration (feels like drive train) when accelerating from a dead-stop. It...
Forum: Tech Help 04-07-2010, 11:59 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,176
Posted By johng99
Yeah, It's best to check the easy stuff first....

Yeah,
It's best to check the easy stuff first. A good visual inspection will tell a lot.
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