Re: [MBZ] The Tax Man

On 2023-08-29 11:20, OK Don via Mercedes wrote: Excellent. In OK, it doesn't matter what you paid, they look at a chart and that's what the tax will be. No appeal in Michigan, it's based on the MSRP coded on the title. So what if the sales tax on your 420SEL was only $50, your annual

Re: [MBZ] Poos

On 2023-08-29 08:08, dan penoff.com via Mercedes wrote: We’re not even putting up storm panels. It will be the equivalent of a day of strong thunderstorms punctuated by sunny, clear weather. Looks like Tampa will dodge another bullet. At this point, it's north of you and every update moves

[MBZ] OT: anybody want a cheap Chinese generator?

20% off: LABORDAYTWENTY https://www.ebay.com/sch/i.html?_ssn=firmanpowerequipment_name=firmanpowerequipment Bought a refurbished 3200W dual fuel for $320 (plus tax on $400, grrr). It's the same one Costco sells new for $849. Prices start at $200 for a 1600W inverter.

Re: [MBZ] AC refrigerant

On 2023-08-27 20:23, Allan Streib via Mercedes wrote: Misprice? This says $14.99 for pack of 12. https://www.walmart.com/ip/Johnsen-s-R-134a-Automotive-A-C-Refrigerant-12-oz-Pack-of-12-Made-in-USA/603114407 5 left at this price. A little over $2 each after $10 shipping. Not Walmart, somebody

Re: [MBZ] AC refrigerant

I just checked Wal-Mart, Super Tech is $9.98, Auto Pro is 14.90. That's getting up around the prices I paid for cans of R12 20 years ago. I was used to $5 regular, $2-3 on sale from WM or Menards pre-Covid. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives

Re: [MBZ] the exhaust/bluetec was modified by the previous owner to make it more fuel efficient

modified by the previous owner to make it more fuel efficient, so it has heavy exhaust. If it's rolling coal, it's not "more fuel efficient". I was expecting to see something much newer with DPF and SCR removed. That would have been more fuel efficient.

[MBZ] OT But big and green

Very nice 1970 Fury coupe. https://www.ebay.com/itm/115894723059 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

Re: [MBZ] OT: Motion Detector outdoor lights

I paid something like $13 for four of these, but haven't put any in service yet. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B078W31942 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

Re: [MBZ] OT: SWMBO

On 2023-08-26 19:47, dan penoff.com via Mercedes wrote: No, but I wear long pant (jeans) and a long sleeve T-shirt in the house to keep warm. And a heavy blanket on the bed so I don’t wake up freezing at night. In the winter I set the heat at 65-66 so I can wear pants. I like to sleep at

Re: [MBZ] I get to do the job twice

On 2023-08-26 18:48, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote: Nope, compressor is not locked up, the center shaft turns fine. It appears the 3 cheap welds (I assume they are welds), holding the clutch pulley to the center shafted broke. So what you really needed was a new clutch? I'll admit that

Re: [MBZ] Son's E320

Suggested BenzWorld ad: Full set of Vogtland lowering springs for RWD W210, used, $150 OBO. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

[MBZ] OT: 400W of panels plus battery charger $255

The amazing thing is, it's regularly under $300. 4x100W monocrystaline panels. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00IC6CSW2 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

Re: [MBZ] Taking the hood stack to a whole new level

On 2023-08-20 23:02, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes wrote: Cold air intake Usually when they say CAI, I say heated air intake. While that induction system draws air behind the radiator, I must admit it's air that never went through the radiator. Buy it now for only $1230 plus fees. Note

Re: [MBZ] I accidentally won this auction for $200

On 2023-08-16 21:39, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes wrote: They shouldn’t be too hard to put right. Plenty of junkyard parts around. Aside from the fender it doesn’t look half bad. Hell of a deal Primary damage: front Secondary damage: mechanical That implies the mechanical issues are less

[MBZ] My W220 sounds like a Pagani

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Re: [MBZ] Reppin the marque

On 2023-08-11 11:02, dan penoff.com via Mercedes wrote: Walmart near my house, fought it tooth and nail but was basically outspent (dead Sam has LOTS of money to spend on this.) Part of the “deal” for the development was to provide some income-based housing on the out lots. Fast forward

[MBZ] Mike Patey goes from single engine to zero engine at 411 kts

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Re: [MBZ] Son's E320

On 2023-08-12 12:19, Jim Cathey via Mercedes wrote: My guess is tired or cut springs, as I doubt that they'd both break the same. This will need to be addressed before too much time goes by. Did you say the cats were gutted? Intentionally? That might make me want to count spring coils.

Re: [MBZ] "this car as is leaves most porches and Ferrari behind..."

On 2023-08-09 17:35, dan penoff.com via Mercedes wrote: https://orlando.craigslist.org/cto/d/orlando-2005-cl600-v12-twin-turbo/7652780800.html Did CL600s have turbo V12s? I thought turbos were reserved for -65AMGs. Oh, it does have an AMG engine cover. Need VIN.

Re: [MBZ] E320

On 2023-08-08 22:59, Allan Streib via Mercedes wrote: An opportunity to pass along the secrets of the "test blend" refrigerant to the next generation. Fixing climate control is more involved than fixing A/C. It'll be interesting to see which he needs. My 1999 had issues when I bought it 12

Re: [MBZ] Although we could sell this car for a lot more we would love to be a blessing to someone else

On 2023-08-08 23:10, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes wrote: Seems scammy but could be legit I guess. I think they’d a fairly affluent area I'll gladly pay you a title next Tuesday for 60 Franklins today. Possibilities: 1. It's not my vehicle. 2. It would be my vehicle if I didn't owe more on

Re: [MBZ] Although we could sell this car for a lot more we would love to be a blessing to someone else

On 2023-08-08 23:48, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes wrote: No loball but will meet you half way. What is a loball offer in that case? One that the seller considers insulting or not serious? ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives

Re: [MBZ] Not Sure..

On 2023-08-08 18:40, M. Mitchell Marmel via Mercedes wrote: The spam tagging and lack of interior/engine pics spell "sketchy" to me. I flagged it. Because of the willful and wanton attempt at breaking the site's search function. ___

Re: [MBZ] Interesting -- transmission issues -- SLK 230,$1,000

On 2023-08-07 11:01, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes wrote: This could be a good deal.  I wonder if it needs to be coded or adapted to the car That's a first gen SLK (R170), so I believe they're all 722.6. Should be straightforward. Ran after swapped, then quit working properly. Either defective

Re: [MBZ] E320

On 2023-08-06 13:02, Jim Cathey via Mercedes wrote: Any notable specific issues besides the spring perches? Conductor plate, oil leaks in the transmission electrical connector, but the internet is full of info on fixing those economically, assuming the TCM hasn't been soaked in ATF yet.

Re: [MBZ] OT: E-Golf

On 2023-08-04 15:21, Craig via Mercedes wrote: On Fri, 04 Aug 2023 14:31:31 -0400 mitch--- via Mercedes wrote: I have never seen an Aptera, but there's a Pulse sitting on a trailer in Bellevue Michigan this summer. (made in Owosso MI in the mid 1980s) https://www.autoevolution.com/news/your

Re: [MBZ] OT: E-Golf

On 2023-08-04 11:36, OK Don via Mercedes wrote: I saw an Aptera driving north on I-35 in OKC years ago - sounds like they might be getting close to production. Aptera Motors I have never seen an Aptera, but there's a Pulse sitting on a trailer in Bellevue Michigan this

Re: [MBZ] AAA

I wonder if there's a shortage of tow companies willing to work at AAA contract rates. Are the contracts particularly bad in per mile rates, so that there would be an incentive to refuse a long haul? ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives

Re: [MBZ] AAA

They have the Striplins on the 'money loser' list, and whoever pisses them off enough to make them cancel their membership gets a bonus? ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery

Re: [MBZ] OT Chrysler Maserati

On 2023-08-02 19:26, Allan Streib via Mercedes wrote: Parked next to a small red convertible today, it had Maserati badging but looked a lot like a K car. It was a Chrysler TC “by Maserati.” Had never heard of this crossbreed. I can only imagine the Maserati employees in Italy must have been

Re: [MBZ] half the fleet has issues today

On 2023-08-03 00:44, Allan Streib via Mercedes wrote: Replaced the bad alternator on the Frontier tonight. Not terrible but not a lot of room to work. Rust flaking off of everything and falling in my face was not fun either. If it saves just one piece of road grit, or worse yet rust, from

[MBZ] Stick shift

https://bringatrailer.com/listing/euro-1982-mercedes-benz-280sl-5-speed/ Or dual clutch? https://bringatrailer.com/listing/2016-mercedes-amg-gt-s-18/ ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or

Re: [MBZ] If you dont like Attention, This Wicked Mercedes is not for you !! 2017 Mercedes-Benz C300 ~ Custom 1 of a kind Wrap ~ Turbo ~ On Sale ~ - $15, 990

On 2023-07-31 09:17, Curt Raymond via Mercedes wrote: Wicked is a adjective very often used across New England... https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BLru4QcA9rU ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To

Re: [MBZ] 1988 240GD

On 2023-07-28 00:24, Craig via Mercedes wrote: The auction says it has 5 cylinders, but there are no pictures of the engine compartment ... AFAIK 1980s MBZ 240Ds were 4 cyl, and BMW 2.4 diesels were 6 cyl. I believe there were 300GDs with OM617 turbos in them. Did anything still have a

Re: [MBZ] 2011 Mercedes C300 4Matic Sport - Tire Sensor Replacement Question

Is Schrader 28214 the OE sensor? https://www.tpmsdirect.com/Mercedes_Benz_28214_TPMS_Relearn_Procedure_a/803.htm Assuming the tire guys can program the Schrader universal sensors, here's a metal valve stem for it: https://www.amazon.com/Schrader-34000-Aluminum-Clamp-Sensor/dp/B007NK2L66

Re: [MBZ] Benzing Today — ML63 ISM Massive Pain in the Ass

Would a 1/4" flex head hex bit ratchet help? It's a foot long, so you need a lot of clearance in some direction. Once you find the right angle, the flex angle locks to hold its shape. https://www.amazon.com/GEARWRENCH-SLIM-HEAD-RATCHET-81030/dp/B078Z3FNX7

Re: [MBZ] 2019 S 560 4MATIC - 174k miles - $41,000

On 2023-07-14 09:48, Curt Raymond via Mercedes wrote: If I actually commuted I'd be doing round about 120 miles a day/600 miles a week or about 28,000 miles a year... When I was paying my way through college delivering pizza full time at night (and commuting over 30 miles one way to school

[MBZ] Amazon Prime Gearwrench deals

Prime Day deals. If you're not a Prime subscriber, you might have a free trial offer available. $15 joint separator (I paid $30ish about ten years ago) https://www.amazon.com/GEARWRENCH-3916D-Universal-Joint-Separator/dp/B003YVWHOE $16 CV clamp tightener

[MBZ] Crocs footwear for Dan

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Re: [MBZ] 2006 E350 - 113k miles - $3,900

On 2023-07-10 14:53, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes wrote: Please remind me, which are the bad years? Every E350 with M272 engines before 2008. If it's a 320 run the VIN through teilekatalog and make sure it's a M112 but I believe they all were. In W163 MLs, the 350s were 3.7L M112, not 3.5L

[MBZ] How many flying MBZ this year?

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Re: [MBZ] Seems shady -- Mercedes Engine M272,$1,595 ·

On 2023-07-09 13:21, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes wrote: Mercedes 272 engine 144k The engine was completely rebuilt about a 2 years ago. All new timing chain, guides, tensioner, head gaskets, bolts ect. Pm for more info. I removed from my car because I upgraded to a bigger engine. Came out of my

Re: [MBZ] Octane question

On 2023-07-08 15:00, OK Don via Mercedes wrote: IIRC, you won't get full/optimum performance on lower octane fuel, but the computer will retard the timing to prevent blowing up the engine. The way I remember it, the M112 used to pollute its catalytic converters if you ran it on 87. Perhaps

Re: [MBZ] OT Sizes range from 1.5 gallon to 50 gallon Copper Water Distillation Units, $1

From what I remember of my high school lab days, our still was made of glass, and we frequently had to take it apart and soak the evaporation chamber in H2SO4 to remove the mineral residue. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives

Re: [MBZ] Octane question

On 2023-07-08 17:20, Allan Streib via Mercedes wrote: Weird, where is it that 91 or 93 octane isn't available? There is one rural convenience store here that only sells 87 and diesel but I can't think of any other place that doesn't offer 87-89-91 choices. In Michigan the common choices

Re: [MBZ] OT: charger outages leave northern Ontario EV drivers stranded

On 2023-07-07 23:38, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes wrote: I have a home EV charging station connected to my solar roof panels. I drove the Chevy Spark once; it is a lot peppier than the Leaf. Nissan has taken pains to make the driving experience very similar to a gas car, which means

Re: [MBZ] W201...Anyone?

On 2023-07-07 18:22, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes wrote: https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/992988368803997/ Same interior as my silver W201 turbo. I'm not a fan on that color. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives

Re: [MBZ] OT: charger outages leave northern Ontario EV drivers stranded

When I was EV shopping 7 years ago I asked my boss if I could run an extension cord (75 mile round trip is battery abuse in an 18kWh car, and not even achievable in bad weather) and she informed me that DeWitt had a free city owned Level 2 charger. IIRC the Downtown Development Authority

Re: [MBZ] OT: charger outages leave northern Ontario EV drivers stranded

On 2023-07-07 14:53, Allan Streib via Mercedes wrote: I could see an EV being nice for my daily commute, but for what they cost I expect to be able to do more than that with a vehicle. Ten years ago I thought the Volt was not a great idea, but over the years people I knew who switched from

Re: [MBZ] OT: charger outages leave northern Ontario EV drivers stranded

On 2023-07-07 15:22, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes wrote: A 2015-2016 Nissan Leaf in good condition, low miles, and a 80-ish mile range can be found around here for about $10k. Would suit 90 percent of my driving trips just fine.

Re: [MBZ] OT: charger outages leave northern Ontario EV drivers stranded

If there's no functioning commercial charger in Wawa, IIRC you've got quite a trip to the next place big enough to have a commercial charger. And the roads are veeery hilly. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives

Re: [MBZ] I’m selling it as parts lost title -- 2007 Mercedes-Benz m-class ML 500 Sport Utility 4D,$2,800

On 2023-07-07 10:42, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes wrote: Moronicus apparently can't go to the DMV and get a replacement https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/790529339277784 Title loan company has a lien on it. Hey, haven't we done this already? ___

Re: [MBZ] Please be kind it’s Already hard getting rid of his car. Mercedes ML 320— NO TITLE,$1,500

My dad's executor met my mom at the Secretary of State branch office (Michigan's DMV). Mom brought the titles, executor brought ID and proof of appointment, and they had him sign the titles over to her. As I watched the transaction, I remembered that the title to the motorcycle I bought when

Re: [MBZ] Who Thinks the Rod is Bent?

That's the 2nd time in the last month or so we've seen a OM603 "300SD". Did people switch 350SD badges to 300SD, or did they roll out of the factory as 300SD and 350SDL in 1990 and 1991? ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives

Re: [MBZ] Pictures, Maybe?

On 2023-07-03 18:37, dan penoff.com via Mercedes wrote: Sounds decent, but with no pictures... https://tampa.craigslist.org/hil/cto/d/odessa-2005-mercedes-benz-ml-miles/7639443827.html Pretty basic. Dark window tint, Alpine audio, CD changer, M112 3.7L (All W163 350s were M112, fortunately)

Re: [MBZ] Has check engine light on for a vlong time 2007 Mercedes-Benz e-class E 350 4MATIC Sedan 4D, $2, 000

Have been ignoring the balance shaft error lamp as long as I could, now I can't drive it so it's for sale. On 2023-07-03 12:02, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes wrote: but well maintained with regular oil changes etc. https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/255959203802479/

Re: [MBZ] Mainly road driven - 2004 S500 - 165k miles - $7,200

On 2023-07-02 22:24, Allan Streib via Mercedes wrote: Looks alright but ask is pretty high? https://louisville.craigslist.org/cto/d/clarksville-2004-mercedes-s500/7639175153.html Mainly road driven and garage kept...is there a Citroen style height adjustment for the airmatic to raise the

Re: [MBZ] Used Mercedes Sedans

On 2023-07-02 21:53, Randy Bennell via Mercedes wrote: A friend has expressed interest in acquiring a used Mercedes sedan. Nothing too new or expensive. What should he look for and what should he avoid? I know you folks talk about this sort of thing often but I have not been looking to buy

Re: [MBZ] 2004 ML350 - 155k miles - $6,500

That's one way to get rid of yellow headlamp lenses. I wonder how bad the beam pattern is. Something tells me the reflector design isn't up to OE MBZ standards. (just going by the expected differences in engineering budgets) On 2023-07-02 20:07, Allan Streib via Mercedes wrote: Monochromatic.

Re: [MBZ] Affordable E type Jaguar

Sold for $14,600. Didn't see that coming. What's that mid engine kit car looking thing in the thumbnails on the right, it looks like a Consulier. Holy cow, it IS a Consulier. https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1991-mosler-consulier/ ___

Re: [MBZ] Affordable E type Jaguar

911r (The Seller) This is a great starting point for a restoration project and the most affordable way to get into an E Type. ^ I'm sure that's what you believed when you paid $12k for it last fall. But now that you know better, and have yourself given up on the idea of restoring it, it

Re: [MBZ] 1994 S500 coupe - 159k miles - $8,850

On 2023-06-25 21:50, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes wrote: Air or hydraulic shocks? Looks pretty nice but price is high if it needs some expensive parts and has body issues Probably rear only SLS and broken steel springs up front. Both front springs on my 1997 SEL were in 3-4 pieces at about

Re: [MBZ] 1994 S500 coupe - 159k miles - $8,850

On 2023-06-25 20:48, Allan Streib via Mercedes wrote: Looks pretty nice, interior looks clean. "Needs front shocks" https://chicago.craigslist.org/nwi/cto/d/worth-1994-mercedes-benz-s500-coupe-w140/7636596221.html Looks more like "Broken front springs" to me.

Re: [MBZ] O.T. Rock Auto

On 2023-06-22 19:40, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote: I have returned parts before and had no issues I don't remember details, but when I bought my W163 they shipped me a bent radiator. Seems like I emailed them a pic and they processed a refund and told me to keep it.

Re: [MBZ] 1979 300sd w116 - $1,500

On 2023-06-22 19:26, Craig via Mercedes wrote: https://nashville.craigslist.org/cto/d/hermitage-1979-mercedes-300sd-w116/7635365037.html "This is the last year for the w116 chassis, hand made." This is the last year for the low lift low horsepower cam, and the last year for the idle speed

Re: [MBZ] Could This Be a 350SD?

On 2023-06-20 13:05, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes wrote: Quality has deteriorated by 1990. Seats should NOT be splitting. Only the 350 SDL is listed for 1990. I thought there were SD and SDL 350s made in the 1990s. This looks like an SD, judging from the rear windows. But I'm pretty sure

Re: [MBZ] 2000 SLK320 - 107k mles - $3,800

On 2023-06-13 10:32, Allan Streib via Mercedes wrote: Badge says SLK55, stolen from a later model year? Looks like some damage on RF near the headlight. Taped up? Or bad Bondo job? "top do not work"

Re: [MBZ] Knackering complete

On 2023-06-13 18:09, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes wrote: The hulk is ready for the scrapper. You forgot to pull the windshield and rear windows. Are those power tilt-out windows like a W163, or fixed? ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives

Re: [MBZ] Alloy Wheels [was: Re: Mercedes wheels table,$75]

On 2023-06-13 18:10, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes wrote: Photo? Price? Size? https://wheelsamerica.com/product/mercedes-benz-e320-1994-15-oem-wheel-rim-3/ https://wheelsamerica.com/product/mercedes-benz-e320-1995-15-oem-wheel-rim-2/ ___

Re: [MBZ] I found OK Don’s next plane

I never had a failbook account and Brave lets me see the ad. Apparently turboprops with pressure cabins don't come cheap. And if it doesn't hold pressure...

Re: [MBZ] Pepto-Bismol Pink -- 1996 Mercedes-Benz e-class E 320 Sedan 4D, $4, 500

On 2023-06-06 16:09, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes wrote: Extra 4 in price https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/278229091329753 Trunk lid doesn't seem to fit correctly. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/

Re: [MBZ] O.T. Boy Child's CRV AC

Local knacker wanted $35 plus core charge for a compressor/clutch for my Saturn. Been working great for just over 7 years now. The old compressor was probably fine, but it was easier to replace the compressor than replace the bad clutch on the old one. ___

[MBZ] "Coleman" gas deal for Curt

$7.64/gallon, lets me select in-store pickup at that price. https://www.walmart.com/ip/Crown-White-Gas-Camp-Fuel-for-Use-in-Gasoline-Stoves-and-Lanterns-1-Gallon/51741744 ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/

Re: [MBZ] Green W108 for Kaleb

On 2023-06-02 13:08, Allan Streib via Mercedes wrote: But not his price! $75k for a regular 4.5 sedan? Is it worth that much in that condition these days, or did the 30kmi not actual odometer reading hit the low mileage BAT jackpot? ___

Re: [MBZ] early 107 fuel sending unit

On 2023-06-01 14:37, Jim Cathey via Mercedes wrote: 114/115 fuel tanks lay flat under the trunk. 107 tanks are more vertical, behind the front wall of the trunk. No way they'd be interchangeable at all. My 116 tank is behind the back seat. 116s used to be more common than 107s, but that

Re: [MBZ] Request for parts

On 2023-05-31 23:30, Craig via Mercedes wrote: I looked on https://www.car-part.com, but they said they had nothing. Is your car a W140? 1990 would be W126. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To

Re: [MBZ] I picked up the copart s500

On 2023-05-31 18:45, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote: I pulled the oil pan, no metal chunks or shavings. What all I can see looks normal and really clean. Pulled the oil filter and no metal there either. Wear metal from lack of oil wouldn't end up in the filter unless it ended up in the

Re: [MBZ] Kleb Car in AZ!

On 2023-05-29 15:54, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote: Our other house is in a subdivision and it has covenants, but they are not enforceable because we do not have a HOA. If your neighbor violates the deed covenants, you can sue them into compliance.

Re: [MBZ] Kleb Car in AZ!

On 2023-05-29 14:16, dan penoff.com via Mercedes wrote: That is correct as far a we know. There are no de-annexation clauses in the CC In other words, once the property is “in”, any future owners are, too. No choice. From what my research has gleaned so far, we think the first owner opted in

Re: [MBZ] I'm Not Sure What They're Trying to Sell Here..

It's a 230 with not much on the options sheet. Headlight washers, two tone red leather, auto dimming mirrors, well, that's about it. $8500 was too high for a first gen 230 with 94kmi ten years ago, is that still the case? ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To

Re: [MBZ] 1979 280SL Project Car - $5,999

On 2023-05-25 20:02, dan penoff.com via Mercedes wrote: Just clarifying. I know Dual. I had no idea they made car audio, though. Don’t think I ever saw a Dual head unit. Can Dual be added to the list of formerly respected names that went toes-up, the Chinese bought the name at the bankruptcy

Re: [MBZ] 1979 280SL Project Car - $5,999

The pic of the head unit in the dash looks like it has a CD slot in it, not a 40 year old tape deck. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

Re: [MBZ] Dilemma

Right now, 87E10 is $3.70 here and #2 is $3.92 here, making diesel the economy choice once again. When the difference was $1 a gallon, it left me wondering...what's the point? ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives

Re: [MBZ] Interesting interior -- 1993 Mercedes-Benz 190 e,$500

On 2023-05-21 12:34, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes wrote: I wonder if this is stock or has been modified.  Whichever, it looks pretty good $500 or OBO Mechanic Special. Runs https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/215147237976137 Sold. Didn't notice a Sportline badge on the fender, but the

Re: [MBZ] dashcams

My Goodts set at 1920x1080 will fill a 32GB card in less than an afternoon. Go to the grocery store, the entire shopping trip fits on the card including 40 minutes driving time. Go to mom's house to mow the yard, visit a while and eat lunch, the trip there gets overwritten if I don't unplug the

Re: [MBZ] Wow!

On 2023-05-23 13:47, Daniel Penoff via Mercedes wrote: A 350 model with 202k? No balance shaft issues here: I thought all the 2008s and some of the 2007s were immune to the issue? ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives

[MBZ] How Ben Collins became The Stig

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Re: [MBZ] Cheap dash cam is better than no dash cam

On 2023-05-18 20:40, Allan Streib via Mercedes wrote: Very few people seem to know how to merge onto a expressway/motorway. Clue #1: you need to match traffic speed before you get to the merge point. We were going 10mph. The black Dodge came from behind me at maybe 25, crossed the solid lines

Re: [MBZ] OT- 3 are better than 2?

On 2023-05-18 16:20, dan penoff.com via Mercedes wrote: Since I’m the “car guy” at work, a buddy of mine asked me this recently: “Why are there Toyotas with three exhaust pipes?” So, three cylinders into one turbo, into a dual exhaust, with temporary bypass into a single exhaust?

Re: [MBZ] Random AF

On 2023-05-17 15:12, dan penoff.com via Mercedes wrote: A “kei” car, if I recall correctly. They have quite the following here. Figured we were talking about a Viewt again. The last one mentioned here was so cheap ($4000??) I considered buying it, and probably would have if it didn't have a

Re: [MBZ] Very clean Benz fir sale

On 2023-05-15 22:51, Allan Streib via Mercedes wrote: Is that some kind of Christmas tree? Actually looks nice. https://chicago.craigslist.org/chc/cto/d/skokie-clean-mercedes/7621642617.html Kleb is having a fire sale on clean CLKs. ___

Re: [MBZ] The smell of burning CLK in the afternoon

I guess it pays to have a 5# extinguisher right by the car when you do this. I think Costco had their $10 off sale on the 5# First Alerts last month. Don't see them in the sale booklet that starts this Wednesday. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list

Re: [MBZ] Mercedes with 75 year warranty

On 2023-05-14 12:58, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote: That further proves people bidding on BAT are morons The Porsche slot car track went for WAY more than the creator charges to build a new one, but there's something like a two year wait, so maybe the buyer values instant delivery. The

Re: [MBZ] Mercedes with 75 year warranty

On 2023-05-14 11:19, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes wrote: https://bringatrailer.com/listing/mercedes-benz-190sl-pedal-car-2/ A brand new Chinese pedal car, bidding $3500? What's is cost to have one mailed from China, $250? ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To

Re: [MBZ] Oh...Another Tire Question

Tire Rack specifications include recommended wheel width range. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

Re: [MBZ] OT: USAA

On 2023-05-12 14:15, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes wrote: They have to pay for all those commercials they run on TV. Increasing marketing costs, increasing executive compensation... Like the United Way, 'not for profit' doesn't mean the employees can't make a profit.

Re: [MBZ] What older Mercedes should I buy?

On 2023-05-12 16:10, Andrew Strasfogel wrote: Please share. I could use a laugh right about now. https://www.ar15.com/media/mediaFiles/375202/Snip20230501_4_png-2803004.JPG ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives

Re: [MBZ] OT: USAA

Over the last ten years or more, I get the impression that USAA has gone from great service at bargain premiums to great resistance to paying claims at above average premiums. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives

Re: [MBZ] What older Mercedes should I buy?

On 2023-05-12 09:07, Curt Raymond via Mercedes wrote: I was listening to a podcast yesterday that pointed out that if you ask ChatGPT about how to hunt it'll tell you not to. Big surprise that big tech is anti-hunting... Anybody who logs onto that and helps Micro$hit refine their AI software

Re: [MBZ] 300D 2.5 Glow Plug Relay

On 2023-05-11 17:12, dan penoff.com via Mercedes wrote: But wait! There’s an even better one for just a few bucks more! https://www.amazon.com/KAIWEETS-Multimeter-Electrical-Capacitance-Temperature-dp-B09GF2FZVY/dp/B09GF2FZVY/ref=dp_ob_title_def?th=1 Yeah but I never saw that one go 50% off.

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