Randy, When discussing economy, you need to compare "apples to apples" and when comparing the same vehicle with gas verses diesel you'll find about a 40% improvement in economy. Tou can see the same increase in economy with Mercedes new diesel.
Now, concerning the Mercedes. Buy it because you want it, not because you wish to save money. The economy won't be as good as a newer gas burner but neither will the total cost of ownership. The down side is that these old beasts tend to be mechanical monsters with a $1500.00 repair bill lurking just aroundthe corner. Regardless of the suprises, it's better than my Wife's $570.00 / month Jeep payment! Thanks, Tom Hargrave 256-656-1924 http://stores.ebay.com/Tom-Hargrave-Sales -----Original Message----- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of R A Bennell Sent: Thursday, June 23, 2005 6:19 PM To: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Subject: [MBZ] Convince Me I have always wanted one of these old diesel beasts but have always been a bit leary of the cost of repairs. That is especially true since I am in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada and there are not all that many of these things around here anymore.There never were a lot of them here and that means junkyard parts are going to be rare. I would likely have to import new or used parts from the USA. So, the real question is, whether these old beasties are really worth the time and trouble. They were considered economical in the years when gas guzzling V8's roamed the lands. A reasonably sized car with good mileage and cheap fuel was a good idea. Today, the cost of fuel is often close to that of gasoline or even higher. The fuel mileage is not nearly so good when compared to modern fuel injected V6's (as opposed to V8's) etc. Similarly, longevity was a plus if one cared for the car. Mercedes quality and diesel meant that it might never wear out if one kept it up and changed the oil regularly. Today, most of the Toyotas and Hondas have comparable quality and longevity. So, does it still make sense to want one of these things? Or does one have to throw sense out the window and be an eccentric in order to do this? I have a line on a 300D. I think a 1974? Burgundy with a cream colored interior. A sunroof. Car looks good but I did not really get a chance to look under it etc. A second owner vehicle so I am told. A doctor owned it first and since then an older fellow who has now decided to sell it. He wants $7K Canadian so not cheap but then not much is anymore. Randy _______________________________________ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] For new parts see www.buymbparts.com For repairs see www.oldworldauto.com To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://striplin.net/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_striplin.net
