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Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-10-2015, 06:32 PM
Replies: 10
Views: 959
Posted By cvgbenzlover
Thanks for the feedback - confirmed what I was...

Thanks for the feedback - confirmed what I was thinking as well. BTW, he is selling it because they don't really drive it anymore, wife has a 750Li, he has a big suv and a vintage Porsche 911 that...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 12-10-2015, 11:13 AM
Replies: 10
Views: 959
Posted By cvgbenzlover
300SD advice

I just looked at a 1984 300SD with 115K miles, navy with tan leather (no splits in rear window or rub marks on drivers bolster - and yes it was leather not tex), one owner, all service records since...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-06-2014, 11:59 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 5,742
Posted By cvgbenzlover
Wow

I stepped away from the post for a few days and 3 pages later OMG. I find how this thread has twisted and turned to be very entertaining LOL. This is not my first Mercedes, it is my first diesel,...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-04-2014, 11:43 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 5,742
Posted By cvgbenzlover
Really..

Ok, not trying to be a jerk, but I was just posting about the new car and how excited I was about it - was not really looking for an in depth pick apart of my car or the post - kind of killed some of...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-04-2014, 11:24 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 5,742
Posted By cvgbenzlover
Fair

Well that is a fair statement about the rust. I am sure there is some somewhere, but I have been under it and all over and there sure is none that I can see. And I am not trying to sell it so felt...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-04-2014, 10:15 PM
Replies: 49
Views: 5,742
Posted By cvgbenzlover
New to me 300D -updated with pic again - in & outside

Well finally after years of searching I finally took the plunge and purchased a 1984 300D this weekend. It has 144K miles, is nautical blue with blue tex, was owned by the same people for the past...
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 08-05-2014, 03:13 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,232
Posted By cvgbenzlover
Thanks for the information, I figured it was not...

Thanks for the information, I figured it was not factory. Btw, I am not considering purchasing this cars, I just came across it while surfing for something I might be really interested in and...
Forum: Off-Topic Discussion 08-05-2014, 10:34 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 1,232
Posted By cvgbenzlover
Is this really factory?

I saw this on ebay and in all my years looking at our favorite brand I never knew suede was an option - really? It looks interesting...

Mercedes Benz 500 Series Sec | eBay...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 07-13-2014, 11:05 AM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,164
Posted By cvgbenzlover
Keeping it

Well I must say it certainly was exactly what you described! For me it just came down to not wanting to take on the work/fear I would never get it finished and then be unhappy with it. If you get...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 06-23-2014, 01:41 PM
Replies: 4
Views: 1,164
Posted By cvgbenzlover
300D

Well it just figures this shows up in my backyard (I am in gas light clifton) and I am now in Sarasota until Saturday! You and I have the same taste in colors man - sounds and looks wonderful! If...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 08-12-2013, 06:37 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,964
Posted By cvgbenzlover
Hit the nail on the head

Skid Row, you hit the nail on the head about Asheville & Austin - love both towns and you described them perfectly in my opinion - Asheville is a frequent stop of ours as we take an annual trip south...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 08-10-2013, 10:51 PM
Replies: 24
Views: 2,964
Posted By cvgbenzlover
Asheville NC

I visited Asheville NC today and I can't believe how many 123 diesels I saw in just the first 2 hours... 7 just in the downtown area - the folks down here have great taste in cars - I love this town...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 06-19-2013, 11:10 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,519
Posted By cvgbenzlover
Stop killing 123s

This always makes me sad, I understand why parents buy these cars for their kids, but I hate seeing what they do to them, especially when I can't find a decent one! Glad these were just minor bumps...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 06-06-2013, 08:33 PM
Replies: 52
Views: 12,890
Posted By cvgbenzlover
95 E Special Edition

I think the description by Paul S on what was included is exactly correct. I owned a 95 E320 SE for many years and it was optioned just as he said - mine was a very nice blue/black with black...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 11-19-2012, 06:55 PM
Replies: 7
Views: 1,180
Posted By cvgbenzlover
1982 300D

Hi,

I am thinking about adding another Benz to the fleet - loving the 420SEL!... I found a 1982 300D with 196K - sounds decent. Here is what the guy says about the car. He wants $4K. What do...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 09-27-2012, 05:17 PM
Replies: 13
Views: 1,376
Posted By cvgbenzlover
300D

Hi,

EBAY LINK (http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/300D-TURBODIESEL-LOW-ORIGINAL-MILES-PRISTINE-CONDITION-/221131208212?pt=US_Cars_Trucks&hash=item337c727614#ht_18062wt_1167)

Well I don't need...
Forum: Tech Help 07-04-2012, 10:51 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,057
Posted By cvgbenzlover
It has new radiator, a/c compressor, shocks and...

It has new radiator, a/c compressor, shocks and had a recent oil/filter. I am going to have my mechanic go over it and the records and bring whatever is needed up to date so I have a good benchmark...
Forum: Tech Help 07-03-2012, 10:54 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 1,057
Posted By cvgbenzlover
1986 420SEL

Well I just found out that I am the proud owner of a 1986 420SEL. I am out of town right now visiting friends in Chicago and looked at a wonderful 82 300CD, called my partner to ask if he was OK...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 04-14-2012, 10:47 AM
Replies: 6
Views: 1,184
Posted By cvgbenzlover
PPI & this dealer

I totally agree a PPI would be necessary, especially on this model! However, this dealership is in my opinion not shady - have been there several times and have a friend that bought a 450SEL from...
Forum: Tech Help 01-30-2012, 08:53 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 990
Posted By cvgbenzlover
Honestly I think (or at least hope) he is...

Honestly I think (or at least hope) he is fishing... It really is cosmetically in spectacular condition in and out (except the hood pad). He does have the history from his purchase (when it was 1...
Forum: Tech Help 01-29-2012, 10:55 AM
Replies: 5
Views: 990
Posted By cvgbenzlover
We are on same page - exactly what my thought...

We are on same page - exactly what my thought was, just needed some sanity check :) Thanks!
Forum: Tech Help 01-28-2012, 10:51 PM
Replies: 5
Views: 990
Posted By cvgbenzlover
1985 500SEL

I drove a 1985 500SEL today, original owner, all maintenance documentation back to day 1, 104K miles. 100% original paint, interior was in great shape. Chrome looked new, spare never on the ground. ...
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-23-2011, 10:59 PM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,662
Posted By cvgbenzlover
Yes I was thinking 1/2 the asking price would be...

Yes I was thinking 1/2 the asking price would be fair, maybe a little more... - I love the color combo, it's unfortunate it won't be mine... well at least not at that crazy price.
Forum: Diesel Discussion 10-22-2011, 12:35 AM
Replies: 18
Views: 2,662
Posted By cvgbenzlover
300D on Ebay

I love the color of this 300D, it's exactly the same color as the very first 300D I drove (my uncle's) back in 1978 that started my addiction... I am very tempted... but the price, my gosh! Guess...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 08-04-2011, 07:40 PM
Replies: 26
Views: 4,178
Posted By cvgbenzlover
Interesting that someone posted this today - I...

Interesting that someone posted this today - I saw this earlier this week online - I love the color and one of these for sure is at the top of my list - however I would think low 20's with that miles...
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 06-21-2011, 03:24 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,415
Posted By cvgbenzlover
He is asking 11.5

I guess multi tasking is not a good idea :) Can't believe I forgot that fact
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 06-21-2011, 02:38 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,415
Posted By cvgbenzlover
one more update - he followed up with a few more issues...

The guy just sent me a note saying the following:

I am not an expert on the hydraulics, but it does drop evenly after a couple of days, but raises right up after a few minutes at idle. My 280S is...
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 06-21-2011, 02:11 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,415
Posted By cvgbenzlover
it's a 4.5 not a 6.3 - forgot to mention that!!!

Thanks for the reply, but I suspect the 4.5 is worth much less than that...sorry I forgot a key data point :)
Forum: Vintage Mercedes Forum 06-21-2011, 01:06 PM
Replies: 8
Views: 2,415
Posted By cvgbenzlover
1973 300SEL - worth?

I will be looking at a 1973 300SEL this evening. Is dark green with tan leather, 175K miles, a stack of repair/maintenance docs etc. Here is what the owner says about the car... What do you think...
Forum: Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale 06-11-2011, 01:28 PM
Replies: 38
Views: 10,064
Posted By cvgbenzlover
PM Sent

Ron, I sent this link to one of my friends that is an RR collector (he has 2) here in Cincinnati - there might be some interest....

Please check the PM for more details.

Mark
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