Re: [MBZ] 280CE
Gary wrote: a lot of people don't like the us spec m110 as it is over thirsty and low powered. it is a very pleasant underpowered gas guzzler. That is close to how I felt about mine, except mine was a Euro model. It was not a CE, but an E. I don't know if mine was a US Spec, but it was a M110. It was not underpowered for me, but it was certainly thirsty. I hated the Euro seats (with the cloth because it was very rough on the legs if you had shorts on). I did like the way it drove. It had a very tight suspension. Mine was a 1983 with 150,000 miles on it. I guess the only real complaint was how bad the fuel mileage was. I like the looks of the CE better. Donald H. Snook ___ 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] 280CE
Rich said. I just moved to the Charleston SC area... --R *** So you up and left Houston, huh? IIR Max Dillon is in the Charleston area... Royce ___ 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] 280CE
I just moved to the Charleston SC area, saw in this morning's paper a 280CE (I think it was a 74) for sale, was pricey though, over $5k I think. If anyone is interested I could look up the ad. --R ___ 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] 280CE
The 280CE is a nice car. I wish they made a 2 door diesel back then. Thanks, Tom 256-656-1924 -Original Message- From: Rich Thomas [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: 7/4/08 9:40 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] 280CE I just moved to the Charleston SC area, saw in this morning's paper a 280CE (I think it was a 74) for sale, was pricey though, over $5k I think. If anyone is interested I could look up the ad. --R ___ 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. Version: 7.5.526 / Virus Database: 270.4.5/1533 - Release Date: 7/3/2008 7:19 PM ___ 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] 280CE
Is the 74 a w115? I have been e-mailing a guy about a 123 280CE-1981 Dwight E. Giles, Jr. 1978 240D 4 speed. 218K miles. 1979 240D- auto -250K + miles. (SOLD). 1990 300D 2.5t 160K miles. Wickford, RI -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Tom Hargrave Sent: Friday, July 04, 2008 11:31 AM To: 'Rich Thomas'; 'Mercedes Discussion List' Subject: Re: [MBZ] 280CE The 280CE is a nice car. I wish they made a 2 door diesel back then. Thanks, Tom 256-656-1924 -Original Message- From: Rich Thomas [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: 7/4/08 9:40 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] 280CE I just moved to the Charleston SC area, saw in this morning's paper a 280CE (I think it was a 74) for sale, was pricey though, over $5k I think. If anyone is interested I could look up the ad. --R ___ 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. Version: 7.5.526 / Virus Database: 270.4.5/1533 - Release Date: 7/3/2008 7:19 PM ___ 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] 280CE
yeah, 74 would be 114/115 On Fri, Jul 4, 2008 at 11:50 AM, Dwight E. Giles, Jr [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Is the 74 a w115? I have been e-mailing a guy about a 123 280CE-1981 Dwight E. Giles, Jr. 1978 240D 4 speed. 218K miles. 1979 240D- auto -250K + miles. (SOLD). 1990 300D 2.5t 160K miles. Wickford, RI -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Tom Hargrave Sent: Friday, July 04, 2008 11:31 AM To: 'Rich Thomas'; 'Mercedes Discussion List' Subject: Re: [MBZ] 280CE The 280CE is a nice car. I wish they made a 2 door diesel back then. Thanks, Tom 256-656-1924 -Original Message- From: Rich Thomas [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: 7/4/08 9:40 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] 280CE I just moved to the Charleston SC area, saw in this morning's paper a 280CE (I think it was a 74) for sale, was pricey though, over $5k I think. If anyone is interested I could look up the ad. --R ___ 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. Version: 7.5.526 / Virus Database: 270.4.5/1533 - Release Date: 7/3/2008 7:19 PM ___ 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
Re: [MBZ] 280CE
Yep, the 74 is a W115 and the 81 is a W123 The 74 uses a spread bore 4 barrel carburetor while the 81 uses FI. Thanks, Tom Hargrave www.kegkits.com 256-656-1924 -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Dwight E. Giles, Jr Sent: Friday, July 04, 2008 10:50 AM To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' Subject: Re: [MBZ] 280CE Is the 74 a w115? I have been e-mailing a guy about a 123 280CE-1981 Dwight E. Giles, Jr. 1978 240D 4 speed. 218K miles. 1979 240D- auto -250K + miles. (SOLD). 1990 300D 2.5t 160K miles. Wickford, RI -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Tom Hargrave Sent: Friday, July 04, 2008 11:31 AM To: 'Rich Thomas'; 'Mercedes Discussion List' Subject: Re: [MBZ] 280CE The 280CE is a nice car. I wish they made a 2 door diesel back then. Thanks, Tom 256-656-1924 -Original Message- From: Rich Thomas [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: 7/4/08 9:40 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] 280CE I just moved to the Charleston SC area, saw in this morning's paper a 280CE (I think it was a 74) for sale, was pricey though, over $5k I think. If anyone is interested I could look up the ad. --R ___ 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. Version: 7.5.526 / Virus Database: 270.4.5/1533 - Release Date: 7/3/2008 7:19 PM ___ 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 No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.526 / Virus Database: 270.4.5/1533 - Release Date: 7/3/2008 7:19 PM No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.526 / Virus Database: 270.4.5/1533 - Release Date: 7/3/2008 7:19 PM ___ 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] 280CE
I am definitely much more interested in the einspritzung model. Dwight E. Giles, Jr. 1978 240D 4 speed. 218K miles. 1979 240D- auto -250K + miles. (SOLD). 1990 300D 2.5t 160K miles. Wickford, RI -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Tom Hargrave Sent: Friday, July 04, 2008 11:49 AM To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' Subject: Re: [MBZ] 280CE Yep, the 74 is a W115 and the 81 is a W123 The 74 uses a spread bore 4 barrel carburetor while the 81 uses FI. Thanks, Tom Hargrave www.kegkits.com 256-656-1924 -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Dwight E. Giles, Jr Sent: Friday, July 04, 2008 10:50 AM To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' Subject: Re: [MBZ] 280CE Is the 74 a w115? I have been e-mailing a guy about a 123 280CE-1981 Dwight E. Giles, Jr. 1978 240D 4 speed. 218K miles. 1979 240D- auto -250K + miles. (SOLD). 1990 300D 2.5t 160K miles. Wickford, RI -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Tom Hargrave Sent: Friday, July 04, 2008 11:31 AM To: 'Rich Thomas'; 'Mercedes Discussion List' Subject: Re: [MBZ] 280CE The 280CE is a nice car. I wish they made a 2 door diesel back then. Thanks, Tom 256-656-1924 -Original Message- From: Rich Thomas [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: 7/4/08 9:40 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] 280CE I just moved to the Charleston SC area, saw in this morning's paper a 280CE (I think it was a 74) for sale, was pricey though, over $5k I think. If anyone is interested I could look up the ad. --R ___ 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. Version: 7.5.526 / Virus Database: 270.4.5/1533 - Release Date: 7/3/2008 7:19 PM ___ 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 No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.526 / Virus Database: 270.4.5/1533 - Release Date: 7/3/2008 7:19 PM No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.526 / Virus Database: 270.4.5/1533 - Release Date: 7/3/2008 7:19 PM ___ 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] 280CE
Then you want the 1981 model. Thanks, Tom Hargrave www.kegkits.com 256-656-1924 -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Dwight E. Giles, Jr Sent: Friday, July 04, 2008 11:17 AM To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' Subject: Re: [MBZ] 280CE I am definitely much more interested in the einspritzung model. Dwight E. Giles, Jr. 1978 240D 4 speed. 218K miles. 1979 240D- auto -250K + miles. (SOLD). 1990 300D 2.5t 160K miles. Wickford, RI -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Tom Hargrave Sent: Friday, July 04, 2008 11:49 AM To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' Subject: Re: [MBZ] 280CE Yep, the 74 is a W115 and the 81 is a W123 The 74 uses a spread bore 4 barrel carburetor while the 81 uses FI. Thanks, Tom Hargrave www.kegkits.com 256-656-1924 -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Dwight E. Giles, Jr Sent: Friday, July 04, 2008 10:50 AM To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' Subject: Re: [MBZ] 280CE Is the 74 a w115? I have been e-mailing a guy about a 123 280CE-1981 Dwight E. Giles, Jr. 1978 240D 4 speed. 218K miles. 1979 240D- auto -250K + miles. (SOLD). 1990 300D 2.5t 160K miles. Wickford, RI -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Tom Hargrave Sent: Friday, July 04, 2008 11:31 AM To: 'Rich Thomas'; 'Mercedes Discussion List' Subject: Re: [MBZ] 280CE The 280CE is a nice car. I wish they made a 2 door diesel back then. Thanks, Tom 256-656-1924 -Original Message- From: Rich Thomas [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: 7/4/08 9:40 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] 280CE I just moved to the Charleston SC area, saw in this morning's paper a 280CE (I think it was a 74) for sale, was pricey though, over $5k I think. If anyone is interested I could look up the ad. --R ___ 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. Version: 7.5.526 / Virus Database: 270.4.5/1533 - Release Date: 7/3/2008 7:19 PM ___ 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 No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.526 / Virus Database: 270.4.5/1533 - Release Date: 7/3/2008 7:19 PM No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.526 / Virus Database: 270.4.5/1533 - Release Date: 7/3/2008 7:19 PM ___ 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 No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.526 / Virus Database: 270.4.5/1533 - Release Date: 7/3/2008 7:19 PM No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.526 / Virus Database: 270.4.5/1533 - Release Date: 7/3/2008 7:19 PM ___ 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] 280CE
Yes, that's right. Bissell Cove Quahog Auto Salvage Co Dwight E. Giles, Jr. Wickford RI 02852 -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Tom Hargrave Sent: Friday, July 04, 2008 1:54 PM To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' Subject: Re: [MBZ] 280CE Then you want the 1981 model. Thanks, Tom Hargrave www.kegkits.com 256-656-1924 -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Dwight E. Giles, Jr Sent: Friday, July 04, 2008 11:17 AM To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' Subject: Re: [MBZ] 280CE I am definitely much more interested in the einspritzung model. Dwight E. Giles, Jr. 1978 240D 4 speed. 218K miles. 1979 240D- auto -250K + miles. (SOLD). 1990 300D 2.5t 160K miles. Wickford, RI -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Tom Hargrave Sent: Friday, July 04, 2008 11:49 AM To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' Subject: Re: [MBZ] 280CE Yep, the 74 is a W115 and the 81 is a W123 The 74 uses a spread bore 4 barrel carburetor while the 81 uses FI. Thanks, Tom Hargrave www.kegkits.com 256-656-1924 -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Dwight E. Giles, Jr Sent: Friday, July 04, 2008 10:50 AM To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' Subject: Re: [MBZ] 280CE Is the 74 a w115? I have been e-mailing a guy about a 123 280CE-1981 Dwight E. Giles, Jr. 1978 240D 4 speed. 218K miles. 1979 240D- auto -250K + miles. (SOLD). 1990 300D 2.5t 160K miles. Wickford, RI -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Tom Hargrave Sent: Friday, July 04, 2008 11:31 AM To: 'Rich Thomas'; 'Mercedes Discussion List' Subject: Re: [MBZ] 280CE The 280CE is a nice car. I wish they made a 2 door diesel back then. Thanks, Tom 256-656-1924 -Original Message- From: Rich Thomas [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: 7/4/08 9:40 AM Subject: Re: [MBZ] 280CE I just moved to the Charleston SC area, saw in this morning's paper a 280CE (I think it was a 74) for sale, was pricey though, over $5k I think. If anyone is interested I could look up the ad. --R ___ 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. Version: 7.5.526 / Virus Database: 270.4.5/1533 - Release Date: 7/3/2008 7:19 PM ___ 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 No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.526 / Virus Database: 270.4.5/1533 - Release Date: 7/3/2008 7:19 PM No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.526 / Virus Database: 270.4.5/1533 - Release Date: 7/3/2008 7:19 PM ___ 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 No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.526 / Virus Database: 270.4.5/1533 - Release Date: 7/3/2008 7:19 PM No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.526 / Virus Database: 270.4.5/1533 - Release Date: 7/3/2008 7:19 PM ___ 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] 280CE
Thanks Gary, I have been lusting after a 300CD but they have become so pricey-there is one now on Hartford CT CL for 9500. Watched several on e-bay a couple weeks ago-ranged from $3800 to $7100. I may have found a nice 280CE-will go check it out. Gas mileage is not a concern as I have the two diesels. As for underpowered-well I just sold my 240D automatic that I drove for five years, so the 280 has to be a step up. Dwight Dwight E. Giles, Jr. 1978 240D 4 speed. 218K miles. 1979 240D- auto -250K + miles. (SOLD). 1990 300D 2.5t 160K miles. Wickford, RI i have a rather rough one. i love it as a beater. big windows with no b pillar. slightly shorter wheelbase. it's a very pleasant car and i probably drive it more than any other car i own a lot of people don't like the us spec m110 as it is over thirsty and low powered. it is a very pleasant underpowered gas guzzler. the real caveat i would have is that if you require a nice one, you will have to get lucky, especially if you require a nice one cheap. you might have better luck hunting down a w126 sec. On Wed, Jul 2, 2008 at 10:21 PM, Dwight E. Giles, Jr [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I am thinking about buying a 280CE. Apart from the usual 123 coupe body issues, any flags on this engine and drive train? Seems to have been a low production model. Anybody ever had one? Gary-didn't you have one?? Any advice is appreciated. Thanks, Dwight Dwight E. Giles, Jr. 1978 240D 4 speed. 218K miles. 1979 240D- auto -250K + miles. (SOLD). 1990 300D 2.5t 160K miles. Wickford, RI ___ 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
Re: [MBZ] 280CE
I owned one drove it quite a while. The engines suffer from oil leak issues around the cam carrier and the valves can be a pain to adjust because the adjusters ten to seize up. The correct battery is hard to remove because it has to pulled out at the exact correct angle. Other than these issues, it's just a mix of regular late 70's Mercedes issues. Thanks, Tom Hargrave www.kegkits.com 256-656-1924 -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Dwight E. Giles, Jr Sent: Wednesday, July 02, 2008 9:21 PM To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' Subject: [MBZ] 280CE I am thinking about buying a 280CE. Apart from the usual 123 coupe body issues, any flags on this engine and drive train? Seems to have been a low production model. Anybody ever had one? Gary-didn't you have one?? Any advice is appreciated. Thanks, Dwight Dwight E. Giles, Jr. 1978 240D 4 speed. 218K miles. 1979 240D- auto -250K + miles. (SOLD). 1990 300D 2.5t 160K miles. Wickford, RI ___ 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. Version: 7.5.526 / Virus Database: 270.4.3/1527 - Release Date: 6/30/2008 6:07 PM No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.526 / Virus Database: 270.4.4/1531 - Release Date: 7/2/2008 7:02 PM ___ 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] 280CE
So this is a pushrod valve train not hydraulics? Star Motors and Shellfish Co. Shucking but no Jiving Dwight Giles, Jr Bissell Cove Wickford RI 02852 -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Tom Hargrave Sent: Thursday, July 03, 2008 9:31 AM To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' Subject: Re: [MBZ] 280CE I owned one drove it quite a while. The engines suffer from oil leak issues around the cam carrier and the valves can be a pain to adjust because the adjusters ten to seize up. The correct battery is hard to remove because it has to pulled out at the exact correct angle. Other than these issues, it's just a mix of regular late 70's Mercedes issues. Thanks, Tom Hargrave www.kegkits.com 256-656-1924 -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Dwight E. Giles, Jr Sent: Wednesday, July 02, 2008 9:21 PM To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' Subject: [MBZ] 280CE I am thinking about buying a 280CE. Apart from the usual 123 coupe body issues, any flags on this engine and drive train? Seems to have been a low production model. Anybody ever had one? Gary-didn't you have one?? Any advice is appreciated. Thanks, Dwight Dwight E. Giles, Jr. 1978 240D 4 speed. 218K miles. 1979 240D- auto -250K + miles. (SOLD). 1990 300D 2.5t 160K miles. Wickford, RI ___ 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. Version: 7.5.526 / Virus Database: 270.4.3/1527 - Release Date: 6/30/2008 6:07 PM No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.526 / Virus Database: 270.4.4/1531 - Release Date: 7/2/2008 7:02 PM ___ 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] 280CE
i've got mine adjusted with hair trigger kickdown, so it feels fairly sprightly On Thu, Jul 3, 2008 at 9:26 AM, Dwight E. Giles, Jr [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Thanks Gary, I have been lusting after a 300CD but they have become so pricey-there is one now on Hartford CT CL for 9500. Watched several on e-bay a couple weeks ago-ranged from $3800 to $7100. I may have found a nice 280CE-will go check it out. Gas mileage is not a concern as I have the two diesels. As for underpowered-well I just sold my 240D automatic that I drove for five years, so the 280 has to be a step up. Dwight Dwight E. Giles, Jr. 1978 240D 4 speed. 218K miles. 1979 240D- auto -250K + miles. (SOLD). 1990 300D 2.5t 160K miles. Wickford, RI i have a rather rough one. i love it as a beater. big windows with no b pillar. slightly shorter wheelbase. it's a very pleasant car and i probably drive it more than any other car i own a lot of people don't like the us spec m110 as it is over thirsty and low powered. it is a very pleasant underpowered gas guzzler. the real caveat i would have is that if you require a nice one, you will have to get lucky, especially if you require a nice one cheap. you might have better luck hunting down a w126 sec. On Wed, Jul 2, 2008 at 10:21 PM, Dwight E. Giles, Jr [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I am thinking about buying a 280CE. Apart from the usual 123 coupe body issues, any flags on this engine and drive train? Seems to have been a low production model. Anybody ever had one? Gary-didn't you have one?? Any advice is appreciated. Thanks, Dwight Dwight E. Giles, Jr. 1978 240D 4 speed. 218K miles. 1979 240D- auto -250K + miles. (SOLD). 1990 300D 2.5t 160K miles. Wickford, RI ___ 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 ___ 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] 280CE
i imagine the valves do need periodic adjusting On Thu, Jul 3, 2008 at 9:38 AM, Dwight E. Giles, Jr [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: So this is a pushrod valve train not hydraulics? Star Motors and Shellfish Co. Shucking but no Jiving Dwight Giles, Jr Bissell Cove Wickford RI 02852 -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Tom Hargrave Sent: Thursday, July 03, 2008 9:31 AM To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' Subject: Re: [MBZ] 280CE I owned one drove it quite a while. The engines suffer from oil leak issues around the cam carrier and the valves can be a pain to adjust because the adjusters ten to seize up. The correct battery is hard to remove because it has to pulled out at the exact correct angle. Other than these issues, it's just a mix of regular late 70's Mercedes issues. Thanks, Tom Hargrave www.kegkits.com 256-656-1924 -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Dwight E. Giles, Jr Sent: Wednesday, July 02, 2008 9:21 PM To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' Subject: [MBZ] 280CE I am thinking about buying a 280CE. Apart from the usual 123 coupe body issues, any flags on this engine and drive train? Seems to have been a low production model. Anybody ever had one? Gary-didn't you have one?? Any advice is appreciated. Thanks, Dwight Dwight E. Giles, Jr. 1978 240D 4 speed. 218K miles. 1979 240D- auto -250K + miles. (SOLD). 1990 300D 2.5t 160K miles. Wickford, RI ___ 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. Version: 7.5.526 / Virus Database: 270.4.3/1527 - Release Date: 6/30/2008 6:07 PM No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.526 / Virus Database: 270.4.4/1531 - Release Date: 7/2/2008 7:02 PM ___ 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
Re: [MBZ] 280CE
It will suck alot of gas, and not have that much power. The euro version is better. Dwight E. Giles, Jr wrote: I am thinking about buying a 280CE. Apart from the usual 123 coupe body issues, any flags on this engine and drive train? Seems to have been a low production model. Anybody ever had one? Gary-didn't you have one?? Any advice is appreciated. Thanks, Dwight Dwight E. Giles, Jr. 1978 240D 4 speed. 218K miles. 1979 240D- auto -250K + miles. (SOLD). 1990 300D 2.5t 160K miles. Wickford, RI ___ 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 94 E420, 92 300SD, 92 300E 4Matic, 91 300D, 89 560SEL, 89 260E, 87 300SDL, 86 560SL, 85 380SE 5.0 Euro, 84 190D, 84 300D euro manny, 81 240D, 80 240D, 76 240D, 76 300D, 72 250C, 69 250, 66 220SEb http://www.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] 280CE
Not pushrod, DOHC. They are good engines. I owned a 1975 280 and a 1978 280CE. The 75 was carbureted and the 78 was FI. Both preferred mid-grade gas would diesel when you turned the key off without it. Expect 15 MPG in town and 18 MPG on the road, but like I tell my friends who comment about my Corvette mileage, it doesn't matter at 50 - 100 miles a week. Thanks, Tom Hargrave www.kegkits.com 256-656-1924 -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Dwight E. Giles, Jr Sent: Thursday, July 03, 2008 8:39 AM To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' Subject: Re: [MBZ] 280CE So this is a pushrod valve train not hydraulics? Star Motors and Shellfish Co. Shucking but no Jiving Dwight Giles, Jr Bissell Cove Wickford RI 02852 -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Tom Hargrave Sent: Thursday, July 03, 2008 9:31 AM To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' Subject: Re: [MBZ] 280CE I owned one drove it quite a while. The engines suffer from oil leak issues around the cam carrier and the valves can be a pain to adjust because the adjusters ten to seize up. The correct battery is hard to remove because it has to pulled out at the exact correct angle. Other than these issues, it's just a mix of regular late 70's Mercedes issues. Thanks, Tom Hargrave www.kegkits.com 256-656-1924 -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Dwight E. Giles, Jr Sent: Wednesday, July 02, 2008 9:21 PM To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' Subject: [MBZ] 280CE I am thinking about buying a 280CE. Apart from the usual 123 coupe body issues, any flags on this engine and drive train? Seems to have been a low production model. Anybody ever had one? Gary-didn't you have one?? Any advice is appreciated. Thanks, Dwight Dwight E. Giles, Jr. 1978 240D 4 speed. 218K miles. 1979 240D- auto -250K + miles. (SOLD). 1990 300D 2.5t 160K miles. Wickford, RI ___ 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. Version: 7.5.526 / Virus Database: 270.4.3/1527 - Release Date: 6/30/2008 6:07 PM No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.526 / Virus Database: 270.4.4/1531 - Release Date: 7/2/2008 7:02 PM ___ 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 No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.526 / Virus Database: 270.4.4/1531 - Release Date: 7/2/2008 7:02 PM No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.526 / Virus Database: 270.4.4/1531 - Release Date: 7/2/2008 7:02 PM ___ 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] 280CE
No, just manual lifters, not hydraulic. Dwight E. Giles, Jr wrote: So this is a pushrod valve train not hydraulics? Star Motors and Shellfish Co. Shucking but no Jiving Dwight Giles, Jr Bissell Cove Wickford RI 02852 -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Tom Hargrave Sent: Thursday, July 03, 2008 9:31 AM To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' Subject: Re: [MBZ] 280CE I owned one drove it quite a while. The engines suffer from oil leak issues around the cam carrier and the valves can be a pain to adjust because the adjusters ten to seize up. The correct battery is hard to remove because it has to pulled out at the exact correct angle. Other than these issues, it's just a mix of regular late 70's Mercedes issues. Thanks, Tom Hargrave www.kegkits.com 256-656-1924 -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Dwight E. Giles, Jr Sent: Wednesday, July 02, 2008 9:21 PM To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' Subject: [MBZ] 280CE I am thinking about buying a 280CE. Apart from the usual 123 coupe body issues, any flags on this engine and drive train? Seems to have been a low production model. Anybody ever had one? Gary-didn't you have one?? Any advice is appreciated. Thanks, Dwight Dwight E. Giles, Jr. 1978 240D 4 speed. 218K miles. 1979 240D- auto -250K + miles. (SOLD). 1990 300D 2.5t 160K miles. Wickford, RI ___ 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. Version: 7.5.526 / Virus Database: 270.4.3/1527 - Release Date: 6/30/2008 6:07 PM No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.526 / Virus Database: 270.4.4/1531 - Release Date: 7/2/2008 7:02 PM ___ 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 -- Kaleb C. Striplin/Claremore, OK 94 E420, 92 300SD, 92 300E 4Matic, 91 300D, 89 560SEL, 89 260E, 87 300SDL, 86 560SL, 85 380SE 5.0 Euro, 84 190D, 84 300D euro manny, 81 240D, 80 240D, 76 240D, 76 300D, 72 250C, 69 250, 66 220SEb http://www.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] 280CE
Yes, this would be one of three MB's so it would be driven mostly around town or an occasional road trip. Of course, I really don't need it. Bissell Cove Quahog Auto Salvage Co Dwight E. Giles, Jr. Wickford RI 02852 -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Tom Hargrave Sent: Thursday, July 03, 2008 9:48 AM To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' Subject: Re: [MBZ] 280CE Not pushrod, DOHC. They are good engines. I owned a 1975 280 and a 1978 280CE. The 75 was carbureted and the 78 was FI. Both preferred mid-grade gas would diesel when you turned the key off without it. Expect 15 MPG in town and 18 MPG on the road, but like I tell my friends who comment about my Corvette mileage, it doesn't matter at 50 - 100 miles a week. Thanks, Tom Hargrave www.kegkits.com 256-656-1924 -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Dwight E. Giles, Jr Sent: Thursday, July 03, 2008 8:39 AM To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' Subject: Re: [MBZ] 280CE So this is a pushrod valve train not hydraulics? Star Motors and Shellfish Co. Shucking but no Jiving Dwight Giles, Jr Bissell Cove Wickford RI 02852 -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Tom Hargrave Sent: Thursday, July 03, 2008 9:31 AM To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' Subject: Re: [MBZ] 280CE I owned one drove it quite a while. The engines suffer from oil leak issues around the cam carrier and the valves can be a pain to adjust because the adjusters ten to seize up. The correct battery is hard to remove because it has to pulled out at the exact correct angle. Other than these issues, it's just a mix of regular late 70's Mercedes issues. Thanks, Tom Hargrave www.kegkits.com 256-656-1924 -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Dwight E. Giles, Jr Sent: Wednesday, July 02, 2008 9:21 PM To: 'Mercedes Discussion List' Subject: [MBZ] 280CE I am thinking about buying a 280CE. Apart from the usual 123 coupe body issues, any flags on this engine and drive train? Seems to have been a low production model. Anybody ever had one? Gary-didn't you have one?? Any advice is appreciated. Thanks, Dwight Dwight E. Giles, Jr. 1978 240D 4 speed. 218K miles. 1979 240D- auto -250K + miles. (SOLD). 1990 300D 2.5t 160K miles. Wickford, RI ___ 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. Version: 7.5.526 / Virus Database: 270.4.3/1527 - Release Date: 6/30/2008 6:07 PM No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.526 / Virus Database: 270.4.4/1531 - Release Date: 7/2/2008 7:02 PM ___ 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 No virus found in this incoming message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.526 / Virus Database: 270.4.4/1531 - Release Date: 7/2/2008 7:02 PM No virus found in this outgoing message. Checked by AVG. Version: 7.5.526 / Virus Database: 270.4.4/1531 - Release Date: 7/2/2008 7:02 PM ___ 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] 280CE
Dwight E. Giles, Jr wrote: Yes, this would be one of three MB's so it would be driven mostly around town or an occasional road trip. Of course, I really don't need it. That would describe me if I bought the 500SEL euro that somebody 100 miles away seems unable to sell for $2k. It would be fun for the occasional local drive, and would make a great tow truck if I build a heavy duty hitch for it. ___ 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] 280CE
Of course, I really don't need it. You may not need it, but coupes are FUN FUN! I wish I hadn't gotten rid of my first NA 300CD! They are so much quieter on the road and handle so much better than the W123 sedans. I like the room in the 1983 300SD, but it just doesn't have that sporty feel to it. 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
Re: [MBZ] 280CE
Thanks Kevin, I am going to pursue this one. It's about 85 miles away, so will go look at it after the holiday. I passed on a 300CD that needed some work and now regret it. Bissell Cove Quahog Auto Salvage Co Dwight E. Giles, Jr. Wickford RI 02852 -Original Message- From: [EMAIL PROTECTED] [mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED] On Behalf Of Kevin Kraly Sent: Thursday, July 03, 2008 4:44 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Subject: Re: [MBZ] 280CE Of course, I really don't need it. You may not need it, but coupes are FUN FUN! I wish I hadn't gotten rid of my first NA 300CD! They are so much quieter on the road and handle so much better than the W123 sedans. I like the room in the 1983 300SD, but it just doesn't have that sporty feel to it. 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 ___ 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] 280CE
I am thinking about buying a 280CE. Apart from the usual 123 coupe body issues, any flags on this engine and drive train? Seems to have been a low production model. Anybody ever had one? Gary-didn't you have one?? Any advice is appreciated. Thanks, Dwight Dwight E. Giles, Jr. 1978 240D 4 speed. 218K miles. 1979 240D- auto -250K + miles. (SOLD). 1990 300D 2.5t 160K miles. Wickford, RI ___ 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] 280CE
i have a rather rough one. i love it as a beater. big windows with no b pillar. slightly shorter wheelbase. it's a very pleasant car and i probably drive it more than any other car i own a lot of people don't like the us spec m110 as it is over thirsty and low powered. it is a very pleasant underpowered gas guzzler. the real caveat i would have is that if you require a nice one, you will have to get lucky, especially if you require a nice one cheap. you might have better luck hunting down a w126 sec. On Wed, Jul 2, 2008 at 10:21 PM, Dwight E. Giles, Jr [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I am thinking about buying a 280CE. Apart from the usual 123 coupe body issues, any flags on this engine and drive train? Seems to have been a low production model. Anybody ever had one? Gary-didn't you have one?? Any advice is appreciated. Thanks, Dwight Dwight E. Giles, Jr. 1978 240D 4 speed. 218K miles. 1979 240D- auto -250K + miles. (SOLD). 1990 300D 2.5t 160K miles. Wickford, RI ___ 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] 280CE convertible 4sale in TX
Anyone know anything about these? I have seen one pictured before somewhere, but it would be nice to know who made it, were they sold through dealers in Europe, etc. There are some good specialty coachbuilders in Europe who do convertibles, OTOH there are some hacks in the Baltics who just take a sawzall to the roof of cars and stick on a cheap canvas top. Mac [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Check it out, looks like a nice car going for a low price... http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/00022200041871502_W0QQitemZ4565619984QQcategory Z6329QQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem No affiliation, no $$$, little common sense. Very respectfully, /s/ LCDR Meade M. Dillon, USNR Digest Lurker since 2001 '85 300TD 322k miles (Euro 5spd) '96 Infiniti I30 149k miles (wife's 5spd) '73 Balboa 20 'Sanctification' Charleston SC ___ 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
