How bad are the suspensions on these. Parts are unobtanium?
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>> Looks like a good
Damn. That’s nice. M120. Price is not too crazy either
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With an hour charge he won't get far.
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> Yes, the smoothness of the V12 and chassis was such that it would mess with
> your head, making you think you were just floating
That looks pretty nice
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No curb appeal whatsoever.
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Why not brag on the range?
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>
> When new, the car was reviewed as "The saddest way to spend $25,000"
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Photographer of the year candidate.
-Curt
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Apparently there are now kits to put a Hemi 5.7 into lots of applications. Vice
Grip Garage put one in a square body Chevy.
I wonder if you could put something like a Pentastar v6 into a Jag, it's quite
a small engine. Looks goofy under the hood of my pickup.
305hp, scoots along pretty good.
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When new, the car was reviewed as "The saddest way to spend $25,000"
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AND it has "surprising affordability"
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> > On Dec 5, 2022, at 7:39 AM, dan penoff.com via Mercedes <
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> >
Yes. Constantly.
On Mon, Dec 5, 2022, 12:11 PM Randy Bennell via Mercedes <
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> Are you running a dehumidifier in the basement?
>
> Randy
>
> On 03/12/2022 12:47 PM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes wrote:
> > We also have a damp basement that's crying for attention.
>
Like buttah, baby!
Yes, the smoothness of the V12 and chassis was such that it would mess with
your head, making you think you were just floating along when you’re really
ripping up the pavement.
The first time I drove an XJ12 I was on a two lane local street with a 30 mph
limit. I didn’t
Yeah but the smoothness of the Jag V12 (when it was working) was remarkable, so
I'm told.
On Mon, Dec 5, 2022, at 15:08, dan penoff.com via Mercedes wrote:
> There have been a number of companies out there selling conversion kits
> to domestic iron, as it’s not terribly difficult to do, since a
There have been a number of companies out there selling conversion kits to
domestic iron, as it’s not terribly difficult to do, since a lot of the older
Jags used domestic transmissions. I know of a couple that did conversions with
short block Chevies.. Definitely made them more reliable and
Sounds a lot like what happens when you acquire a large old wooden boat.
Randy
On 05/12/2022 10:24 AM, G Mann via Mercedes wrote:
1. Pull the engine out to work on it. You will find lots of other things
that need attention and can NOT be accessed with the engine in..
2. Plan for 6 months of 8
There used to be a company selling conversion kits to install a small
block Ford V8 into the Jags.
Might not be all that easy to find a 289 or 302 these days. The newer
engines tend to be wider.
Randy
On 05/12/2022 10:36 AM, dan penoff.com via Mercedes wrote:
This is why being a Jaguar
OK, so the ad says 300D but it is actually a 240D and a manual to boot.
Randy
On 05/12/2022 11:56 AM, dan penoff.com via Mercedes wrote:
Yeah, I don’t like the later steering wheels in these. They don’t look like
they belong.
-D
On Dec 5, 2022, at 12:46 PM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
I thought the W115 300D was only 1975 and 1976 and that by the end of
1976, the W123 300D had essentially replaced it.
Randy
On 05/12/2022 11:56 AM, dan penoff.com via Mercedes wrote:
Yeah, I don’t like the later steering wheels in these. They don’t look like
they belong.
-D
On Dec 5,
Yeah, I don’t like the later steering wheels in these. They don’t look like
they belong.
-D
> On Dec 5, 2022, at 12:46 PM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
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>
> I have always wished those ‘74 through ‘76 had the old style steering wheel
> and shifters.
>
> I’d drive that.
>
> AZBob
>
>
I have always wished those ‘74 through ‘76 had the old style steering wheel and
shifters.
I’d drive that.
AZBob
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> On Dec 5, 2022, at 10:43 AM, Rick Knoble via Mercedes
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>>
>>> I have a 76 300D in the shop in that exact color scheme
>
>> Yes, but this
> > I have a 76 300D in the shop in that exact color scheme
> Yes, but this one is running and on the road.
Oww. My balls.
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Randy
On 04/12/2022 12:25 AM, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes wrote:
I drove wayy too far today (rather, yesterday now) to rescue this car. It
has been sitting for quite some time with the windows partially down but I
think it was mostly covered by a
Are you running a dehumidifier in the basement?
Randy
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We also have a damp basement that's crying for attention.
On Sat, Dec 3, 2022, 1:20 PM Craig via Mercedes
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On Sat, 3 Dec 2022 16:56:50 + "dan penoff.com via
This is why being a Jaguar mechanic in the early 1980s was a very good job. I
likened it to being a mortician. No matter how bad things get, you’ll always
have work.
And yes, those dual chain engines were a real treat to work on. Even the 3.8
and 4.2 sixes were not pleasant to do.
-D
> On
If it is true to form for a V12 Jag... each head has a seized exhaust
valve, so you would have to pull BOTH heads... and you need to pull the
engine because the only way to pull the heads is to use a head press tool
to jack the heads off the studs.. don't forget the cam drive chains [two
sets]
1. Pull the engine out to work on it. You will find lots of other things
that need attention and can NOT be accessed with the engine in..
2. Plan for 6 months of 8 to 10 hr days only devoted to the Jag.
3. Become very friendly with your bank officers, well in advance.
4. When you are all done, and
Didn't catch that -- good question. I'd guess replaced or has a good cover on
it.
On Mon, Dec 5, 2022, at 11:01, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes wrote:
> Why are the front seat bottoms different? Driver’s side replaced?
>
> Probably $9k car give or take given the miles
>
> --FT
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Yes it looks nice but the market for 220s is pretty soft. Maybe $3k offer if
you’d really want one
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> On Dec 5, 2022, at 10:21 AM, Allan Streib via Mercedes
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> At least the interior isn't gray.
>
> Might not be too bad a deal.
>
>
That’s interesting. Nice catch!
-D
> On Dec 5, 2022, at 11:01 AM, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes
> wrote:
>
> Why are the front seat bottoms different? Driver’s side replaced?
>
> Probably $9k car give or take given the miles
>
> --FT
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>> On Dec 5, 2022, at 10:25 AM,
Why are the front seat bottoms different? Driver’s side replaced?
Probably $9k car give or take given the miles
--FT
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> On Dec 5, 2022, at 10:25 AM, Allan Streib via Mercedes
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> I like this one -- miles a little high though. What would be a fair price?
>
>
It looks like there's a very prominent vertical crack on the dash or is it
a two-piece dash?
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> Mine runs but is not on the road.
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> > On Dec 5, 2022, at 9:18 AM, dan penoff.com via
Color combination is great for that body style. Our new 2014 E250 is black
with a black interior. Every time I step inside my pulse races.
On Mon, Dec 5, 2022, 10:40 AM dan penoff.com via Mercedes <
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> Check the used car price sites to see what they’re going for
Check the used car price sites to see what they’re going for these days. I
would guess $8k-$10k, so they’re probably in the range. Nice car, looks well
kept.
-D
> On Dec 5, 2022, at 10:24 AM, Allan Streib via Mercedes
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> I like this one -- miles a little high though. What would be
Mine runs but is not on the road.
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> On Dec 5, 2022, at 9:18 AM, dan penoff.com via Mercedes
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> Yes, but this one is running and on the road.
>
> -D
>
>> On Dec 5, 2022, at 10:16 AM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
>> wrote:
>>
>> I have a 76 300D in the shop
I paid $9,000 for my 2015 Jetta with 60,000 miles back in 2019.
I've actually been considering selling Angie's 2005 Golf. We don't use it much
as I don't commute anymore. I've got maybe $4500 in it, bet I could get $5000...
-Curt
On Monday, December 5, 2022 at 10:05:43 AM EST, Floyd
If you have to ask
On Mon, Dec 5, 2022, at 10:21, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes wrote:
> h how much is a head job on a jagyoowah V12? How many days would it
> take to pull it off? (Maybe no worse than an oil cooler on a M137 V12)
>
>
I like this one -- miles a little high though. What would be a fair price?
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Nightmare. You have to practically pull the whole front clip to get at the
engine in these. Don’t ask me how I know.
If you want a Jag, stick to the Ford produced models (late 90s?), They’re
actually pretty reliable.
-D
> On Dec 5, 2022, at 10:21 AM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
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>
h how much is a head job on a jagyoowah V12? How many days would it
take to pull it off? (Maybe no worse than an oil cooler on a M137 V12)
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Yup, 20 years ago I was buying running/driving cars for $1500. Those days are
long gone...
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maybe $1000. see what it brings.. the bottom of bottom feeding has moved up
On Sun, Dec 4, 2022, 6:22 PM
At least the interior isn't gray.
Might not be too bad a deal.
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Yes, but this one is running and on the road.
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> On Dec 5, 2022, at 10:16 AM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
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> I have a 76 300D in the shop in that exact color scheme
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> Sent from my iPhone
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>> On Dec 5, 2022, at 8:56 AM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
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>>
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I have a 76 300D in the shop in that exact color scheme
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> On Dec 5, 2022, at 8:56 AM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
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> Seller's Description
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> 1974 w115 240D! Fantastic condition! ZERO RUST! Rare paint color - Phantom
> Grey. Black interior. Starts right
Radiator in back seat easy to put back
Needs a smog pump and a few cosmetic fixes like paint and interior
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> On Dec 5, 2022, at 10:06 AM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
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> I doubt it as it has a MILLION MILE ENGINE
>
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> On 12/5/22 9:59 AM, dan penoff.com via Mercedes wrote:
>> Nice, and not outrageous considering the condition. 268k on the clock,
>>
Do the tires/wheels look weird on this, like they’re sticking out of the wheel
wells?
At least they went to the trouble of cleaning the car up. That puts them ahead
of about 90% of their competition.
-D
> On Dec 5, 2022, at 10:04 AM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
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> IOW I m
I doubt it as it has a MILLION MILE ENGINE
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On 12/5/22 9:59 AM, dan penoff.com via Mercedes wrote:
Nice, and not outrageous considering the condition. 268k on the clock, though.
Wonder if there’s been any engine work?
-D
On Dec 5, 2022, at 9:55 AM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
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IOW I m underwater on this rapidly aging car and need to unload it
before it kakks
I know there is some interest in the community on these cars
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I would pay more for a manual. I guess it depends on the buyer. They certainly
are more rare at least in the USA.
On Mon, Dec 5, 2022, at 09:41, Robert Massmann via Mercedes wrote:
> Does the manual transmission make it worth more? Always wished my 85 300CD
> was manual instead of an automatic!
IOW: I pulled it out of the woods at an old lady's house and now I am
trying to get $600 for it
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Nice, and not outrageous considering the condition. 268k on the clock, though.
Wonder if there’s been any engine work?
-D
> On Dec 5, 2022, at 9:55 AM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
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>
> Seller's Description
>
> 1974 w115 240D! Fantastic condition! ZERO RUST! Rare paint color -
4 speed manual transmission,
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1974 w115 240D! Fantastic condition! ZERO RUST! Rare paint color -
Phantom Grey. Black interior. Starts right up and will run forever. This
car has been meticulously taken care of. Comes with 48 years of service
records including the original invoice. We are the
Tell the seller you will pay him in Canadian dollars
On Mon, Dec 5, 2022, 9:40 AM Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes <
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> Holy crap, that is the car I have been looking for, for years. Green on
> green. Wish I could get some better pics and details along with a more
>
Does the manual transmission make it worth more? Always wished my 85 300CD
was manual instead of an automatic!
Bob Massmann
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Holy crap, that is the car I have been looking for, for years. Green on green.
Wish I could get some better pics and details along with a more realistic
price.
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> On Dec 5, 2022, at 8:19 AM, dan penoff.com via Mercedes
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>
My finger slipped and hit the 6 key
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Maybe they wanted the snow to slide off that portion of the roof?
Bob Massmann
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2002 BMW 525i
Oregonia, Ohio
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> On Dec 5, 2022, at 7:39 AM, dan penoff.com via Mercedes
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> Correct. Sorry, Ricardo.
>
> Never seen a red one. My Dad’s was Silver with a maroon interior and landau
> top. This one is kind of gaudy.
>
> -D
>
>> On Dec 5, 2022,
Correct. Sorry, Ricardo.
Never seen a red one. My Dad’s was Silver with a maroon interior and landau
top. This one is kind of gaudy.
-D
> On Dec 5, 2022, at 8:33 AM, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes
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> RICH Corinthian Leather
>
> —FT
>
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>> On Dec 5, 2022, at
RICH Corinthian Leather
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> On Dec 5, 2022, at 7:31 AM, dan penoff.com via Mercedes
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