Planned on buying a 94-95 350SDL and eventually doing greasel conversion. In theory, I'd have the best of both worlds. Nice, solid large car and discounted fuel (and my employees to collect it for me...)

350 SDL bent rods - how common is this? Of those who've had the bent rods, is the block shot from elliptical wear?

Is it the newer engine in the 94-95 350SDL that is prone to this?

Is the older 91 and before 300SDL a better long term bet? Love the new body style but is it worth the risks?

350SDL parts costs. Are the parts for this S class much more expensive than say my '92 300TE? We are talking maintanence parts, etc.

How about 300 SDL parts?

These are great cars. How have your experiences been?

Thanks for anyones opinion.