Thanks MBENZ, I deduced the obvious that the exhaust manifold
contributed to the heat on the fender, but its odd nonethe- less that this should be the case to allow a VERY hot spot
on a fender. I realize the engine compartment is small and crowded, say compared to the 300SE or 300D, but other C280
owners of like vintage claim no heated fender!
Was denken Sie denn?
Cheers

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1979 300D 220 K miles
1995 C280 109 K miles
1992 Cadillac Eldorado Touring Coupe 57K miles SOLD
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1979 240D 140Kmiles (bought for parents) *SOLD.
SAN FRANCISCO/(*San Diego)
1989 300SE 148 K miles *SOLD