Re: [MBZ] 2012 C63 AMG - 150k miles - $17,000

It is very compelling Sent from my iPad > On Feb 9, 2022, at 11:02 PM, Allan Streib via Mercedes > wrote: > > I've seen more effort put into ads for $500 beaters and parts cars. > > https://toledo.craigslist.org/cto/d/toledo-mercedes-benz-c63-amg/7443887700.html > >

[MBZ] 1960 Mercedes-Benz 190SL 190SL - $76500.00

A few years ago you could buy these things for $20k or less, nobody wanted them https://jacksonville.craigslist.org/ctd/d/lexington-1960-mercedes-benz-190sl-190sl/7444035627.html -- --FT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives

Re: [MBZ] OT: Wretched X5

> I thought you and Jill flushed that turd. It's a... _process_. Other than its appetite for expensive parts, it was a highly satisfactory vehicle. Much of the expense was because I washed my hands of it, this car was Jill's choice and Jill's responsibility. A bit asshat, but when your wife

Re: [MBZ] OT: Wretched X5

I’ve used the asshat approach. Dangerous, but often yields the desired result with some grumbling and often later, validation. -D > On Feb 10, 2022, at 9:03 AM, Jim Cathey via Mercedes > wrote: > >  >> >> I thought you and Jill flushed that turd. > > It's a... _process_. Other than its

Re: [MBZ] Engine spins over but won’t hit off 1979 Mercedes-Benz 240d,$1,800

Could be an easy diagnosis and fix. Has power s/r and windows which make it desirable IMO On Thu, Feb 10, 2022 at 9:55 AM Floyd Thursby via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > This looks fairly nice for the price, filters or glow plugs? > >

Re: [MBZ] 1960 Mercedes-Benz 190SL 190SL - $76500.00

It is a dealer listing, which I'm sure justifies the huge price. Commissions must be made on the sale. Unfortunate choice to paint it black. The color doesn't showcase the model well at all, IMHO, with the Palomino interior. It is however, the extremely rare 4 cylinder version of V8... which

[MBZ] Engine spins over but won’t hit off 1979 Mercedes-Benz 240d,$1,800

This looks fairly nice for the price, filters or glow plugs? https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/688613618814944 -- --FT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options

Re: [MBZ] Perfect mechanical condition, duct tape included 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class CLK 320 Cabriolet 2D, $3, 300

Looks like Fido was scrambling to exit the vehicle at some point(s). On Thu, Feb 10, 2022 at 12:30 PM Andrew Strasfogel wrote: > Is it supposed to? > > On Thu, Feb 10, 2022 at 10:29 AM Floyd Thursby via Mercedes < > mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > >> Top goes down manually >> >>

Re: [MBZ] 1960 Mercedes-Benz 190SL 190SL - $76500.00

Even better. It's a 50%off sale. On Thu, Feb 10, 2022 at 1:18 PM Dimitri Seretakis via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > It’s a 4. > > Sent from my iPhone > > > On Feb 10, 2022, at 11:55 AM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes < > mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > > > > Claimed to be a V8.

[MBZ] It needs a new front bumper and has rear airbags out. 2003 Mercedes E500 - $2, 500

Some shrewd negotiation could make this a reasonable deal https://jacksonville.craigslist.org/cto/d/jacksonville-beach-2003-mercedes-e500/7444132403.html -- --FT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To

[MBZ] Hoovie's 300SD 4spd

He did up this car, sold it, and bought it back https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ltzF5YGPd8g -- --FT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

[MBZ] This could be a reasonable deal Car needs some fixing up. Minor issues with transmission. 2005 Mercedes-Benz E-Class E 320 Sedan 4D, $3, 000

Not sure what this is about, some scanning should point to the issues.  Car looks nice, could be a good project Seller's Description Car needs some fixing up. Minor issues with transmission. looking to get rid of asap ! $1500 20” borghini chrome rims and original Mercedes’ rims with new

Re: [MBZ] 1960 Mercedes-Benz 190SL 190SL - $76500.00

But it has the rare power lift gate option and bluetooth. On Thu, Feb 10, 2022, at 9:43 AM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes wrote: > A few years ago you could buy these things for $20k or less, nobody > wanted them > >

Re: [MBZ] 1960 Mercedes-Benz 190SL 190SL - $76500.00

Claimed to be a V8. Point out that it's a 6 cyl. and demand a 25% discount. On Thu, Feb 10, 2022 at 11:41 AM Allan Streib via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > But it has the rare power lift gate option and bluetooth. > > On Thu, Feb 10, 2022, at 9:43 AM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes

Re: [MBZ] 632K mile 300TD on BAT

Despite (or because of??) all the hype it sold for $8151. On Sat, Jan 29, 2022 at 12:59 PM Andrew Strasfogel wrote: > This will be interesting. Requires two glow cycles to start and the > vacuum locks have been disabledf, but appears to be almost rust free. > Cracked dash and other cosmetic

Re: [MBZ] 1960 Mercedes-Benz 190SL 190SL - $76500.00

It’s a 4. Sent from my iPhone > On Feb 10, 2022, at 11:55 AM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes > wrote: > > Claimed to be a V8. Point out that it's a 6 cyl. and demand a 25% discount. > >> On Thu, Feb 10, 2022 at 11:41 AM Allan Streib via Mercedes < >> mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: >> >>

[MBZ] needs one air shocks selling for parts we have title but it is signed in the wrong spot serious buyers only 2004 Mercedes-Benz S-Class, $2, 000

Looks fairly decent otherwise, too much ask though https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/2092116704296091 -- --FT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

[MBZ] PS IM NOT A DEALERSHIP AND IM NOT RESPONDING TO A MILLION QUESTIONS SERIOUS BUYERS ONLY......(Do not waste my time) 2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS-Class CLS 500 Coupe 4D, $8, 500

He does not say NO LOBALLERS so I might be good to go but only if all the trash comes with the car.  And the very nice front seat covers https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/279395067477515/ -- --FT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives

[MBZ] Perfect mechanical condition, duct tape included 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class CLK 320 Cabriolet 2D, $3, 300

Top goes down manually https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/688827408791338 -- --FT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

[MBZ] Good paint job 1983 Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz 300 SD, $1, 200

orange peel is the new fashion https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1598908583801368 -- --FT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

[MBZ] It is with great sadness that I list my W115 Mercedes 240D up for sale. 1975 Mercedes-Benz Mercedes-Benz 300 D Sedan 4D, $7, 000

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Re: [MBZ] Perfect mechanical condition, duct tape included 2003 Mercedes-Benz CLK-Class CLK 320 Cabriolet 2D, $3, 300

Is it supposed to? On Thu, Feb 10, 2022 at 10:29 AM Floyd Thursby via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Top goes down manually > > https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/688827408791338 > > -- > --FT > ___ > http://www.okiebenz.com > > To search

[MBZ] Nothing Wicked Thick Floor Mats Won’t Cure

Ravenous tin worm. AZBob > https://morgantown.craigslist.org/cto/d/fairmont-1983-mercedes-benz-300d-project/7433071020.html > > > > > > Bob Rentfro > > Nuclear Operations Training Instructor > > 5801 South Wintersburg Road, Tonopah, AZ 85354-7529, M.S. 7896 > > Office 623.393.6372 Cell

Re: [MBZ] Nothing Wicked Thick Floor Mats Won’t Cure

Nasty. Parts or crusher eligible. On Thu, Feb 10, 2022 at 5:23 PM Bob Rentfro via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Ravenous tin worm. > > AZBob > > > > https://morgantown.craigslist.org/cto/d/fairmont-1983-mercedes-benz-300d-project/7433071020.html > > > > > > > > > > > > Bob Rentfro

Re: [MBZ] Nothing Wicked Thick Floor Mats Won’t Cure

That’s pretty far afield for you. Coco mats. They’ll cover the hole. -D > On Feb 10, 2022, at 3:23 PM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes > wrote: > > Ravenous tin worm. > > AZBob > >> https://morgantown.craigslist.org/cto/d/fairmont-1983-mercedes-benz-300d-project/7433071020.html >> >> >> >>

Re: [MBZ] 1960 Mercedes-Benz 190SL 190SL - $76500.00

The other bank of the V8 is with the spares --FT Sent from iFōn > On Feb 10, 2022, at 1:33 PM, G Mann via Mercedes > wrote: > > It is a dealer listing, which I'm sure justifies the huge price. > Commissions must be made on the sale. > Unfortunate choice to paint it black. The color doesn't

Re: [MBZ] 04E500 experience

Slightly better than my 09 XC90 with 3.2 V6 gets around town. Diesel is $3.99 here today. I'm not sure if it's ever broken $4.00. I don't pay much attention to Premium but it's getting close to $4.00. On Thu, Feb 10, 2022, at 3:45 PM, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes wrote: > I had filled the

Re: [MBZ] 04E500 experience

Get ready for even higher prices on fuel and everything else, inflation at 7.5% annual now (that’s a $3750 tax right off the top if you make $50k/yr) and crude prices are going up up up. You can decide the details on why this is, but whatever the reasons we’re all gonna be feeling it more and

[MBZ] 04E500 experience

I had filled the tank for the first time on this car maybe a month ago. Topped it off again today and calculated the mileage 317.6mi 15.0gal 21.2mpg This is about what the 05E320 4m wagon does. This was just local driving with some exuberance here and there. This is not bad. I watch the

[MBZ] 1975 300D W115 - 60k miles - $5,700

I wonder why it needed a new engine. https://nashville.craigslist.org/cto/d/nashville-1975-mercedes-300d-w115/7444086041.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

Re: [MBZ] 2003 E500 - 170k - $2,000

Sure On 2/10/2022 8:06 PM, Rick Knoble via Mercedes wrote: Looks like it. Want me to check this car out and give you a report? Rick From: mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: February 10, 2022 8:05 PM To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Reply-to: mercedes@okiebenz.com Cc: ka...@striplin.net Subject: Re: [MBZ]

Re: [MBZ] Vexing 95E320 overheating problem

Pull the top hose and make sure the pump actually pumps? If the radiator never gets hot that suggests lack of flow, either a  bad thermostat, bad pump or a blockage. From experience I know it's easy to put a thermostat in backwards and that they don't work worth a dammed if you do... -Curt

[MBZ] 2003 E500 - 170k - $2,000

*Needs back shocks* https://chicago.craigslist.org/sox/cto/d/chicago-2003-mercedes-k-needs-back/7444266951.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

Re: [MBZ] 2005 ML350 - 62k miles - $7,200

I don't believe a 2005 MY would have the M272. I'm guessing it's an M112. -D From: Mercedes on behalf of Allan Streib via Mercedes Sent: Thursday, February 10, 2022 8:04 PM To: Mercedes Discussion List Cc: Allan Streib Subject: [MBZ] 2005 ML350 - 62k miles -

[MBZ] 2005 E320 4matic wagon - 160k miles - $5,200

Might be a decent deal? https://southbend.craigslist.org/cto/d/granger-2005-mercedes-matic/7444187154.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

Re: [MBZ] 2005 ML350 - 62k miles - $7,200

Looks like my 05ML500 Special Edition. That engine should be ok. --FT Sent from iFōn > On Feb 10, 2022, at 8:05 PM, Allan Streib via Mercedes > wrote: > > Unfortunately it probably has the bad engine, otherwise a nice looking low > miles black/black ML > >

Re: [MBZ] 2003 E500 - 170k - $2,000

That’s a good deal. Those aren’t that hard to replace or too expensive. Might not even be the bags, could be the air lines or rear distribution block or height sensor. A scan would point in the right direction. The system is actually quite simple, not a lot to troubleshoot once you get under

Re: [MBZ] Vexing 95E320 overheating problem

The electric fans/shroud cover the whole front and I guess the AC condenser is in front too. I’ll have to pop the top support and see how it all fits. I probably can’t get at the radiator to put an IR thermometer on it, maybe from the rear around the main fan inside the shroud. Maybe there’s

Re: [MBZ] 2003 E500 - 170k - $2,000

Looks like it. Want me to check this car out and give you a report? Rick From: mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: February 10, 2022 8:05 PM To: mercedes@okiebenz.com Reply-to: mercedes@okiebenz.com Cc: ka...@striplin.net Subject: Re: [MBZ] 2003 E500 - 170k - $2,000 Is that green interior? On

Re: [MBZ] 1975 300D W115 - 60k miles - $5,700

Too bad there is not more piucs. On 2/10/2022 9:17 PM, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes wrote: It dun blowed up --FT Sent from iFōn On Feb 10, 2022, at 8:18 PM, Allan Streib via Mercedes wrote: I wonder why it needed a new engine.

[MBZ] Vexing 95E320 overheating problem

The 95E320 overheats. I just put a new thermostat on it (10min job!) and that did not cure it. Bah. I let it run a bit and it got to 100C. The hoses are all hot but the radiator does not seem warm and the electric fans do not come on. I’m not sure what thermostat controls them, maybe it’s on

Re: [MBZ] Vexing 95E320 overheating problem

IDK about where you are but there is still a radiator shop here. They do radiators, tank repairs, and AC repair. Is it possible there's an air pocket? Some cars need to be "burped" after you drain and fill. Allan On Thu, Feb 10, 2022, at 6:21 PM, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes wrote: > The

[MBZ] 2005 ML350 - 62k miles - $7,200

Unfortunately it probably has the bad engine, otherwise a nice looking low miles black/black ML https://chicago.craigslist.org/nch/cto/d/elmwood-park-2005-mercedes-benz-ml/7444328766.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives

Re: [MBZ] Vexing 95E320 overheating problem

A couple of thoughts after having a 300SD that vexed me with a similar issue. Pull the radiator and put a garden hose to the top fitting. Turn on the water and get as much going in/through as possible. See if the amount coming out the bottom fitting is comparable to what's going in. Because of

Re: [MBZ] 2005 E320 4matic wagon - 160k miles - $5,200

So far away Sent from my iPhone > On Feb 10, 2022, at 6:22 PM, Allan Streib via Mercedes > wrote: > > Might be a decent deal? > > https://southbend.craigslist.org/cto/d/granger-2005-mercedes-matic/7444187154.html > > ___ > http://www.okiebenz.com > >

Re: [MBZ] 2005 E-500 4MATIC - 133k miles - $5,900

That’s at least $1k too high, maybe $2k if rusty --FT Sent from iFōn > On Feb 10, 2022, at 8:02 PM, Allan Streib via Mercedes > wrote: > > Most boring color scheme possible but looks nice other than that. Close to a > decent price? > >

Re: [MBZ] 1975 300D W115 - 60k miles - $5,700

It dun blowed up --FT Sent from iFōn > On Feb 10, 2022, at 8:18 PM, Allan Streib via Mercedes > wrote: > > I wonder why it needed a new engine. > > https://nashville.craigslist.org/cto/d/nashville-1975-mercedes-300d-w115/7444086041.html > ___ >

Re: [MBZ] Vexing 95E320 overheating problem

I don't know if these models still have a fan clutch but that was a problem with my 280 SE W108 sedan 35 years ago On Thu, Feb 10, 2022, 6:30 PM Allan Streib via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > IDK about where you are but there is still a radiator shop here. They do > radiators, tank

[MBZ] 2005 E-500 4MATIC - 133k miles - $5,900

Most boring color scheme possible but looks nice other than that. Close to a decent price? https://chicago.craigslist.org/nch/cto/d/des-plaines-500-4matic-v8/737284.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/

Re: [MBZ] Vexing 95E320 overheating problem

Yeah, sorry I didn't list them in order. It was a stream of consciousness response. If you have one of the IR thermometers and can get to the better part of the front of the radiator, I would definitely try that first. If the car is good and hot, you'll definitely see the differences in

Re: [MBZ] 2003 E500 - 170k - $2,000

look underneath for rust and if it has attacked the rear air stuff and everything else. If so run away. I’m used to clean southern cars now where that’s not an issue so the needed repairs for that problem would not be a big deal. If it’s not real bad, beat the guy down 2-300 and fix it up --FT

[MBZ] 2005 SLK55 AMG - 98k miles - $13,500

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Re: [MBZ] Vexing 95E320 overheating problem

I’ll have to check all these things this weekend. Good ideas on what to look at. If it seems the radiator is clogged up I’ll try to find a radiator shop around. --FT Sent from iFōn > On Feb 10, 2022, at 8:20 PM, dan penoff.com via Mercedes > wrote: > > A couple of thoughts after having a

Re: [MBZ] 2005 E320 4matic wagon - 160k miles - $5,200

Wow. I paid $2250 for mine 2yr ago. Higher miles but no rust, clear coat peeling on hood and dent in hatch. Same black interior that I really like. --FT Sent from iFōn > On Feb 10, 2022, at 8:22 PM, Allan Streib via Mercedes > wrote: > > Might be a decent deal? > >

Re: [MBZ] 2003 E500 - 170k - $2,000

Is that green interior? On 2/10/2022 7:54 PM, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes wrote: That’s a good deal. Those aren’t that hard to replace or too expensive. Might not even be the bags, could be the air lines or rear distribution block or height sensor. A scan would point in the right

Re: [MBZ] 1975 300D W115 - 60k miles - $5,700

Why no photo of the engine bay?? On Thu, Feb 10, 2022 at 10:20 PM Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Too bad there is not more piucs. > > On 2/10/2022 9:17 PM, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes wrote: > > It dun blowed up > > > > --FT > > Sent from iFōn > > > >> On Feb

[MBZ] buy this turd I found sitting behind a shop and bought it for $500 1998 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class SL 500 Roadster 2D, $3, 750

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