Re: [MBZ] What's it worth?
unless you get good used ones, then its MUCH cheaper --- Kaleb C. Striplin Cox Auto Trader 730 FSBO Supervisor - Original Message - From: Dwight E. Giles, Jr [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Monday, September 24, 2007 8:06 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] What's it worth? Steve, About 300 for frame, about 100 for contoured pad (needed IMHO) and labor. IN my case labor was only 100 because my upholstery man owns 123's and had done them before. Fro me it was 500 dollar bill. But the best thing I ever did on my 123 240D. Dwight Dwight E. Giles, Jr. 1979 240D- auto -250K + miles (FOR SALE) 1990 300D 2.5t 150K miles Wickford, RI -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Steve Morris Sent: Monday, September 24, 2007 3:44 PM To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Subject: [MBZ] What's it worth? Randy, I'm new to this list but wondered how hard it was to redo the bottom part of the seat on the 123. The leather on my 85 is in great shape but the bottom cushion is flat. Just remove the entire seat from the car and then stretch to leather cover off of the bottom frame? Thanks for any insight. Steve 85 300D - 187,000 83 300 SD - 78,000 71 MGB - 55,000 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
[MBZ] What's it worth?
Randy, I'm new to this list but wondered how hard it was to redo the bottom part of the seat on the 123. The leather on my 85 is in great shape but the bottom cushion is flat. Just remove the entire seat from the car and then stretch to leather cover off of the bottom frame? Thanks for any insight. Steve 85 300D - 187,000 83 300 SD - 78,000 71 MGB - 55,000 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] What's it worth?
I'm new to this list but wondered how hard it was to redo the bottom part of the seat on the 123. The leather on my 85 is in great shape but the bottom cushion is flat. Just remove the entire seat from the car and then stretch to leather cover off of the bottom frame? Pretty much. Very common are broken springs, the pads themselves can also decompose and fall to pieces. Or both. I have had some success with welding splints (casts, really) over broken spring ends, but if it breaks again I just re-do it. You can also get a good passenger seat from a local junkyard and swap in the spring box. Those results are usually better, but I've lived with the weld until a good spring box shows up. Seats are $20/pair at the U-Pull. -- Jim ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] What's it worth?
Wouldn't hurt to leave a message under the wiper blade with your contact details, before you can really set a price you would need to know more about the car, such as service history, any rust, etc. You may well find that the owner is Diesel MB fan as well and not interested in selling. - Original Message - From: Donald Snook [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Friday, May 25, 2007 7:42 AM Subject: [MBZ] What's it worth? There is a 1984 (I think might 82-84) 123 300D parked in front of my office building everyday. I have been trying to find the owner to see if
Re: [MBZ] What's it worth?
Might get that mileage on the highway, if you're lucky. City will probably be 20 - 25 MPG. If the ACC works (both heat and AC), and the mileage is accurate (I'd kind suspect a broken odometer if there is visible wear on the MB-TEX at 130K. My 300D has over 170K now and the MB-TEX (dark blue) still looks really good) it would probably be worth that. Donald Snook [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: There is a 1984 (I think might 82-84) 123 300D parked in front of my office building everyday. I have been trying to find the owner to see if he is interested in selling.It is a butter yellow color with the tan (palomino?) interior. Paint is oxidized, but it looks like it might just need an afternoons worth of elbow grease. Interior is nice with some wear on the drivers seat. But, the drivers seat does not look totally flat and worn. The rest looks good. It has 130,000 miles. My last one of these had over 370,000 miles when I sold it several years ago for $1500. I suspect with the recent diesel craze, I would have to $2500 or so. Sound about right? These get about 25-27 mpg. Correct? Donald H. Snook 1990 300SEL 137K (For Sale) ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- 1983 300D 1966 230
Re: [MBZ] What's it worth?
That is also the way I feel about the 300SEL that Donald has. I'd be able to buy one cheaper, but not in the shape that one is in. In the long run it should be cheaper than a cheap one. BillR -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of R A Bennell Sent: Thursday, May 24, 2007 6:46 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] What's it worth? Unfortunately, the cost will likely be more given you are asking to buy and he or she is not asking to sell. It sounds good - pay what you have to within reason to get it. When you are talking about $1500 to $5000 for a good car, it really does not matter all that much what it costs. Looking for a deal will not get you the car that you want unless you happen to be really lucky. I paid a proverbial arm and a leg for my old 300D compared to the numbers that you folks normally bandy about, but I am happy with it and think I really got a bargain. Going into my 3rd summer with really nothing done but oil changes (and restuffing the base on the driver's seat). Randy -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Donald Snook Sent: Thursday, May 24, 2007 5:13 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: [MBZ] What's it worth? There is a 1984 (I think might 82-84) 123 300D parked in front of my office building everyday. I have been trying to find the owner to see if he is interested in selling.It is a butter yellow color with the tan (palomino?) interior. Paint is oxidized, but it looks like it might just need an afternoons worth of elbow grease. Interior is nice with some wear on the drivers seat. But, the drivers seat does not look totally flat and worn. The rest looks good. It has 130,000 miles. My last one of these had over 370,000 miles when I sold it several years ago for $1500. I suspect with the recent diesel craze, I would have to $2500 or so. Sound about right? These get about 25-27 mpg. Correct? Donald H. Snook 1990 300SEL 137K (For Sale) ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] What's it worth?
BillR [EMAIL PROTECTED] writes: That is also the way I feel about the 300SEL that Donald has. I'd be able to buy one cheaper, but not in the shape that one is in. In the long run it should be cheaper than a cheap one. Nothing is more expensive than a cheap car I've experienced that, myself. Allan -- 1983 300D 1966 230
[MBZ] What's it worth?
There is a 1984 (I think might 82-84) 123 300D parked in front of my office building everyday. I have been trying to find the owner to see if he is interested in selling.It is a butter yellow color with the tan (palomino?) interior. Paint is oxidized, but it looks like it might just need an afternoons worth of elbow grease. Interior is nice with some wear on the drivers seat. But, the drivers seat does not look totally flat and worn. The rest looks good. It has 130,000 miles. My last one of these had over 370,000 miles when I sold it several years ago for $1500. I suspect with the recent diesel craze, I would have to $2500 or so. Sound about right? These get about 25-27 mpg. Correct? Donald H. Snook 1990 300SEL 137K (For Sale)
Re: [MBZ] What's it worth?
Unfortunately, the cost will likely be more given you are asking to buy and he or she is not asking to sell. It sounds good - pay what you have to within reason to get it. When you are talking about $1500 to $5000 for a good car, it really does not matter all that much what it costs. Looking for a deal will not get you the car that you want unless you happen to be really lucky. I paid a proverbial arm and a leg for my old 300D compared to the numbers that you folks normally bandy about, but I am happy with it and think I really got a bargain. Going into my 3rd summer with really nothing done but oil changes (and restuffing the base on the driver's seat). Randy -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] Behalf Of Donald Snook Sent: Thursday, May 24, 2007 5:13 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: [MBZ] What's it worth? There is a 1984 (I think might 82-84) 123 300D parked in front of my office building everyday. I have been trying to find the owner to see if he is interested in selling.It is a butter yellow color with the tan (palomino?) interior. Paint is oxidized, but it looks like it might just need an afternoons worth of elbow grease. Interior is nice with some wear on the drivers seat. But, the drivers seat does not look totally flat and worn. The rest looks good. It has 130,000 miles. My last one of these had over 370,000 miles when I sold it several years ago for $1500. I suspect with the recent diesel craze, I would have to $2500 or so. Sound about right? These get about 25-27 mpg. Correct? Donald H. Snook 1990 300SEL 137K (For Sale) ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] What's it worth?
the 210 also has the evaporator issues. Kevin Kraly wrote: There's a 1996 E300D on Portland Craigslist for $11K with 134K miles on it. Better yet, there's a '95 W124 E300 diesel for the same price. IT has the same engine in a less rust prone chassis, but, of course, it's subject to the evap and biodegradable wire harness problems. At least they're fixable, much easier from keeping the 210 from rusting away beneath you. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300SD 267Kmi, Ursula ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 92 250D Turbo, 92 300E 4Matic, (2x) 91 300D 2.5 Turbo, 90 420SEL, 89 560SEL, 89 260E, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE 5.0 Euro, 84 190D 2.2, 81 240D, 81 380SLC, 80 240D, 76 240D, 76 300D, 72 250C, 69 250 http://www.okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] What's it worth?
probably 8k or so. Donald Snook wrote: What is a 97 E300 Diesel with 201,000 miles worth. Interior is perfect, exterior is VERY nice (except for lots of rock chips on front bumper - remainder of the paint looks great). MB tex interior cd changer and all the standard bells and whistles. Donald H. Snook 1990 300SEL 137K For Sale http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/vdp.jsp?car_id=221355344 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 92 250D Turbo, 92 300E 4Matic, (2x) 91 300D 2.5 Turbo, 90 420SEL, 89 560SEL, 89 260E, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE 5.0 Euro, 84 190D 2.2, 81 240D, 81 380SLC, 80 240D, 76 240D, 76 300D, 72 250C, 69 250 http://www.okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] What's it worth?
Too much for something that rusts. I think the ultimate Diesel Benzs are the86-87 SDL and the '90-93 300D 2.5. (only because I have one of each, and love both of them). On 5/18/07, Kaleb C. Striplin [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: probably 8k or so. Donald Snook wrote: What is a 97 E300 Diesel with 201,000 miles worth. Interior is perfect, exterior is VERY nice (except for lots of rock chips on front bumper - remainder of the paint looks great). MB tex interior cd changer and all the standard bells and whistles. -- OK Don, KD5NRO Norman, OK Even if you're on the right track, you'll get run over if you just sit there. Will Rogers '90 300D, '87 300SDL, '81 240D, '78 450SLC, '97 Ply Grand Voyager
Re: [MBZ] What's it worth?
While you might get lucky find a nice 96/97 E300 for $6000 as Sunil suggests, I think it more likely you'll find a nice one will cost $9000 - $12000. At $6k I would be suspicious of hidden problems or a clueless owner who may not have maintained it properly. Larry T (67 MGB, 74 911, 78 240D, 91 300D) www.youroil.net for Oil Analysis and Weber Parts Test Results http://members.rennlist.com/oil PORSCHE POSTERS! youroil.net Weber Carb Info http://members.rennlist.com/webercarbs Porsche Road Test http://members.rennlist.com/roadtest/ . - Original Message - From: Donald Snook [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Friday, May 18, 2007 5:33 PM Subject: [MBZ] What's it worth? What is a 97 E300 Diesel with 201,000 miles worth. Interior is perfect, exterior is VERY nice (except for lots of rock chips on front bumper - remainder of the paint looks great). MB tex interior cd changer and all the standard bells and whistles. Donald H. Snook 1990 300SEL 137K For Sale http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/vdp.jsp?car_id=221355344 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG Free Edition. Version: 7.5.467 / Virus Database: 269.7.1/807 - Release Date: 5/16/2007 6:05 PM
Re: [MBZ] What's it worth?
There's a 1996 E300D on Portland Craigslist for $11K with 134K miles on it. Better yet, there's a '95 W124 E300 diesel for the same price. IT has the same engine in a less rust prone chassis, but, of course, it's subject to the evap and biodegradable wire harness problems. At least they're fixable, much easier from keeping the 210 from rusting away beneath you. Kevin in Hillsboro, OR 1983 300SD 267Kmi, Ursula
[MBZ] What's it worth?
What is a 97 E300 Diesel with 201,000 miles worth. Interior is perfect, exterior is VERY nice (except for lots of rock chips on front bumper - remainder of the paint looks great). MB tex interior cd changer and all the standard bells and whistles. Donald H. Snook 1990 300SEL 137K For Sale http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/vdp.jsp?car_id=221355344
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$6000. On 5/18/07, Donald Snook [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: What is a 97 E300 Diesel with 201,000 miles worth. Interior is perfect, exterior is VERY nice (except for lots of rock chips on front bumper - remainder of the paint looks great). MB tex interior cd changer and all the standard bells and whistles. Donald H. Snook 1990 300SEL 137K For Sale http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/vdp.jsp?car_id=221355344 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- Sunil Hari 1992 300D 2.5T - 290Kmi - for sale [EMAIL PROTECTED] 513-205-7474
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Did you check for rust as has been discussed before on this list? On 5/18/07, Sunil Hari [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: $6000. On 5/18/07, Donald Snook [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: What is a 97 E300 Diesel with 201,000 miles worth. Interior is perfect, exterior is VERY nice (except for lots of rock chips on front bumper - remainder of the paint looks great). MB tex interior cd changer and all the standard bells and whistles. Donald H. Snook 1990 300SEL 137K For Sale http://www.autotrader.com/fyc/vdp.jsp?car_id=221355344 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- Sunil Hari 1992 300D 2.5T - 290Kmi - for sale [EMAIL PROTECTED] 513-205-7474 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com
Re: [MBZ] What's This Worth Kaleb?
No rust, good condition etc, everything working, about 2500 or so. Bob Rentfro wrote: http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1983-Mercedes-Benz-300D-Very-clean-and-drives-nice_W0QQitemZ130077702634QQihZ003QQcategoryZ6330QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem Bob Rentfro '77 300D 166K '87 Acura Legend 181K Litchfield Park, AZ ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see official list sponsor: http://www.buymbparts.com/ For used parts email [EMAIL PROTECTED] To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://okiebenz.com/mailman/listinfo/mercedes_okiebenz.com -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK (2x) 91 300D 2.5 Turbo, 90 420SEL, 89 560SEL, 87 300SDL, 85 380SE 5.0 Euro, 84 190D 2.2, 81 240D, 76 240D, 76 300D, 72 250C, 69 250 http://www.okiebenz.com
[MBZ] What's This Worth Kaleb?
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