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Forum: Diesel Discussion 08-03-2017, 07:45 AM
Replies: 14
Views: 997
Posted By HoustonM3
Looks like its a 1986 or 1987 300SDL. They...

Looks like its a 1986 or 1987 300SDL. They probably just made a mistake on the year.
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 06-23-2017, 12:38 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,424
Posted By HoustonM3
I'm well aware of the issue with rods these cars...

I'm well aware of the issue with rods these cars have. I even mention it in my original ad. This is my second 350SDL. Here are a few observations about this car.

1. When I first started driving...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 06-22-2017, 04:31 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,424
Posted By HoustonM3
The engine to my knowledge is original.

The engine to my knowledge is original.
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 04-17-2017, 12:41 PM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,424
Posted By HoustonM3
Try now!

Try now!
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 04-17-2017, 10:14 AM
Replies: 12
Views: 2,424
Posted By HoustonM3
1991 350SDL Smoke Silver/Creme Beige Velour

Hi Folks, it's time to pass this car onto another home.

1991 350SDL
Smoke Silver/ Creme Beige Velour interior.
212,xxx
$7,500
Location: Houston Texas.

Background:
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-27-2017, 12:04 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,663
Posted By HoustonM3
My plans for the car have changed. I was going to...

My plans for the car have changed. I was going to use it to drive from Texas to Burning Man this summer but time constraints have made me re-think this. I may be looking to get rid of the car. I will...
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 03-20-2017, 03:47 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 682
Posted By HoustonM3
Wrong. There are plenty of repair and restoration...

Wrong. There are plenty of repair and restoration shops that are reliable. The classic car community in Dubai and throughout the UAE is huge. My recommendation is
SilberArrows - Ask for Kurt. I've...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-24-2017, 02:14 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,663
Posted By HoustonM3
Engine

Engine
Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-24-2017, 02:03 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,663
Posted By HoustonM3
More pics.

More pics.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 01-24-2017, 01:56 PM
Replies: 15
Views: 2,663
Posted By HoustonM3
I'm back with a uniquely optioned 1991 350SDL

It's been a brief hiatus but I'm back with a one owner 1991 350SDL. I'm still living in Dubai and have been daily driving a G500 for about a year now. I recently could not pass up a one owner 1991...
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 10-12-2015, 03:15 AM
Replies: 20
Views: 1,834
Posted By HoustonM3
In my opinion the 210 E is the worst E class ever...

In my opinion the 210 E is the worst E class ever put into production, there were numerous quality issues where they cut corners on materials at every possible corner.

Dashboards are garbage...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-16-2015, 04:21 AM
Replies: 7
Views: 988
Posted By HoustonM3
I feel like you should be the one embarrassed,...

I feel like you should be the one embarrassed, you have the time to email about a car from craigslist and you insult the guy right off the bat instead of actually trying to be helpful....your grammar...
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 05-18-2015, 03:01 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 476
Posted By HoustonM3
Added a 1995 E500 to the stable

I have been looking for the past few years for a nice example. I pulled the trigger one one recently. It came from Japan and is registered as a 1995. I will follow-up with the vin a bit later.
...
Forum: Tech Help 04-26-2015, 02:47 AM
Replies: 22
Views: 2,511
Posted By HoustonM3
You can over-think any decision. You obviously...

You can over-think any decision. You obviously trust your wife daily in the car and if its been reliable thus far I would get in it and not look back. At the end of the day it has mechanical parts...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 04-22-2015, 11:37 AM
Replies: 28
Views: 3,525
Posted By HoustonM3
I looked at this car when it was for sale in...

I looked at this car when it was for sale in Atlanta. I passed on it because the owner said the odometer had been slipping since his ownership so he could not verify the miles. It certainly has quite...
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 04-16-2015, 03:56 AM
Replies: 64
Views: 5,602
Posted By HoustonM3
1998 Volvo C70 Coupe with the T5 Bought new:...

1998 Volvo C70 Coupe with the T5

Bought new: Was an absolute lemon and I could have evoked the Lemon Law but fortunately for me it was flooded during heavy rains (while it was at the dealership...
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 03-26-2015, 11:54 AM
Replies: 8
Views: 799
Posted By HoustonM3
I paid about $4,500 for it which I think would...

I paid about $4,500 for it which I think would most likely be market value in this region. Not expensive but not an amazing deal either. I think it was well bought considering it literally needs...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-26-2015, 11:52 AM
Replies: 136
Views: 24,208
Posted By HoustonM3
Amazing that the owner took the time to write you...

Amazing that the owner took the time to write you this email, its awesome that you know the background on the car. Its always a curiosity to get to know the back story on a car that was obviously so...
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 03-23-2015, 02:35 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 799
Posted By HoustonM3
Picked up a mint 1991 300CE

This past weekend I was looking around the Japan import lots here in Dubai and ran across this 1991 W124 300CE. I was taken by its condition so I bought it on the spot. Everything works down to the...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Used Parts For Sale & Wanted 07-24-2014, 07:10 PM
Replies: 0
Views: 521
Posted By HoustonM3
Wanted: W123 Blue Passenger Side visor

In good working condition (lighted) for a 1983.

Cheers,
J
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 07-01-2014, 03:17 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 907
Posted By HoustonM3
The Maaco paint job would bother me. I wonder why...

The Maaco paint job would bother me. I wonder why someone would spend so much to maintain it yet give it a cheap paint job?
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-30-2014, 02:02 PM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,404
Posted By HoustonM3
Yes they do, however in 1984 the MB Tex seats...

Yes they do, however in 1984 the MB Tex seats switched from 5 to 6 pleats.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 06-30-2014, 06:29 AM
Replies: 16
Views: 3,404
Posted By HoustonM3
Those seats are absolutely leather and the net on...

Those seats are absolutely leather and the net on the back of seats is correct for the year of the car. The pleats in the seat are a dead giveaway, the MB-Tex seats are 5 pleats and the leather...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 06-19-2014, 02:37 AM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,115
Posted By HoustonM3
$8,500

$8,500
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 06-14-2014, 04:10 PM
Replies: 3
Views: 1,115
Posted By HoustonM3
1996 S600 Coupe, 75k Miles $10,000

I'm letting go of my 1996 S600 Coupe as I don't have any room to store it anymore. I purchased this car from my local Mercedes independent mechanic. I had seen this car regularly over the past few...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Used Parts For Sale & Wanted 06-11-2014, 04:51 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 1,160
Posted By HoustonM3
Wanted: Becker 612 or 780

I'm looking for a 612 or 780 (prefer this one ). In good cosmetic and working condition for my w123. If you have one please drop me a note.
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 04-06-2014, 03:03 AM
Replies: 39
Views: 2,941
Posted By HoustonM3
Drop me a line when you get here, I"ve been here...

Drop me a line when you get here, I"ve been here for about 8 months. You will enjoy it. Just for reference I picked up an 09 M5, the V10 drinks gas even worse then my 05 E55. It costs me exactly $27...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Used Parts For Sale & Wanted 03-31-2014, 06:15 AM
Replies: 1
Views: 629
Posted By HoustonM3
Bump

Bump
Forum: Diesel Discussion 03-24-2014, 12:30 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 541
Posted By HoustonM3
Looking for Vacuum Control Valve

Hey gents, looking for the VCV that goes on the injection pump and runs to the transmission. Need it for a 1983 w123, please pm if you have one.

Cheers!
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Used Parts For Sale & Wanted 03-24-2014, 12:29 PM
Replies: 1
Views: 629
Posted By HoustonM3
Need Vacuum Control Valve

Hey gents, looking for the VCV that goes on the injection pump and runs to the transmission. Need it for a 1983 w123 300D please pm if you have one.

Cheers!
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