Water in 73 450SE

Hi All: I have some water accumulating in two places, I cannot find the source of either. In the trunk, behind the driver side wheel well. The gaskets on doors and trunk are all new. There is a small seam in the rear window gasket. Also, there is water draining from the car, under the driver side front door. I cannot see anywhere that this could be coming from. Thanks in advance for any help. Jon P.

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W116

Look to the rear window seal first

In my experience 80 percent of "water in the trunk" problems in 116 sedans are a result of a leaking rear window rubber seal. Trying to caulk an old seal almost never works. The only rear cure is new seal replacement by a qualified auto glass shop. You might want to have some of my miracle paint on hand to treat any rust under the old seal.

As far as water draining from under you car - do you have a sunroof?

Kent

Water in your trunk

If you replaced the trunk seal and you continue to get water the culprit is probably the gaskets around the Rear Taillight Assemblies. These sometimes age and will compromise. Some 100% black silicone will work. Throughly clean the current gasket and metal areas before applying. Allow 4 days to cure.