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As the picture here illustrates ,it can all be a little confusing and overwhelming at times.
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Notice I added in here - enjoyable. You can have a reliable diesel mechanically, but that does not necessarily mean it is going to be enjoyable. If the seat springs are broken down, heater works sporatically, power windows stick and make noise, water leaks into the cabin, glove box door won't close, etc., etc., etc. - then it may not be all that enjoyable.
They are old and they are tired. Even the newest model is now 30 years old. If you own one of these cars, you might agree that your systems “works” most of the time but sometimes, not so good. In the past you probably replaced the mono valve and things improved. At least you were getting hot when you wanted it and could turn it off when you desired.
From my own experience and from hearing from lots of other's experiences I can not stress enough - DO NOT NEGLECT YOUR IGNITION TUMBLER AND STEERING LOCK ASSEMBLY! If your key is starting to "stick" or "catch" in the tumbler then you shoud replace it before it will not turn and leave you stranded!
Our primary focus is providing solutions to the most common technical problems that owners face on the early 1960's up through the early 2000's. These include the W110 W111 W113 W108 W109 W114 W115 R107 W116 W123 W126 W201 W124 R129 W140 W210 W211 and W220 chassis. As time goes on we may be adding some of the other models as well. If you love those Mercedes gas and diesel models and are a do-it-yourself ( D.I.Y. ) mechanic you have come to the right place. Even if you have never worked on a car before we can help teach you how to fix those little annoying problems, improve mileage and performance and save hundreds of dollars in the process. Learn more about our specialties >
I have had this 1985 turbo wagon for six years now and it is the best car I ever had. For more than 30 years I have had Falcon, Mustang, Firebird, Pontiac Formula 400 and Probe.
1987 W124 260 (190K) Wintering out in sunny San Carlos Sonora, Mexico. We make the 2,000 mile drive down to our winter home in Oct. and back in May to the NW.
Hi Kent and Kaia,
