Re: [MBZ] OT: '76 Roller, $10K

2023-10-03 Thread Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes
RPYCE --FT Sent from iFōn > On Oct 3, 2023, at 7:43 PM, Allan Streib via Mercedes > wrote: > > The Pioneer cassette unit is a bit déclassé. > > https://chicago.craigslist.org/nwc/cto/d/golf-sexy-1976-rolls-rpyce-silver/7672600122.html > ___ >

Re: [MBZ] OT: '76 Roller, $10K

2023-10-03 Thread Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
This is an ebay auction so the selling or high bid price is likely to rise significantly. On Tue, Oct 3, 2023 at 8:59 PM Allan Streib wrote: > It surprise me how random the controls and dashboard are. Half a dozen > different styles of switches, buttons, and levers. No obvious rhyme or > reason

Re: [MBZ] OT: '76 Roller, $10K

2023-10-03 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
It surprise me how random the controls and dashboard are. Half a dozen different styles of switches, buttons, and levers. No obvious rhyme or reason for where they are located. Just has a haphazard look for such a high end vehicle. On Tue, Oct 3, 2023, at 19:14, Andrew Strasfogel wrote: > RR

Re: [MBZ] OT: '76 Roller, $10K

2023-10-03 Thread Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
RR was supposed to hold its vaIue for decades, or longer. I wonder how much this car has depreciated over the years... On Tue, Oct 3, 2023 at 7:43 PM Allan Streib via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > The Pioneer cassette unit is a bit déclassé. > > >

[MBZ] OT: '76 Roller, $10K

2023-10-03 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
The Pioneer cassette unit is a bit déclassé. https://chicago.craigslist.org/nwc/cto/d/golf-sexy-1976-rolls-rpyce-silver/7672600122.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery

Re: [MBZ] One owner Florida car -- 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 sel 6.9 6.9, $9, 900

2023-10-03 Thread Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
Must have some issue(s) or asking price would be much higher. Why not show the exhaust? On Tue, Oct 3, 2023 at 12:34 PM Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > I know nothing about these other than they’re quite desirable. I saw one > once in Houston that was the same

Re: [MBZ] car has a starring role in an upcoming movie called "Operation Taco Gary" 1971 Mercedes-Benz s-class, $8, 750

2023-10-03 Thread Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
So nice that someone snatched it away. On Tue, Oct 3, 2023 at 2:10 PM dan penoff.com via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > That’s actually pretty nice. I had a W108 in that color, it was cool. > > -D > > > > On Oct 3, 2023, at 10:35 AM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes < >

Re: [MBZ] Sweet Two Word Description

2023-10-03 Thread Randy Bennell via Mercedes
On 03/10/2023 3:43 PM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes wrote:  https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/653987753374131/ Something below $2K? Nice living on the coast patina. AZBob Not too shabby. Randy ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives

Re: [MBZ] Mt Plastic Dreamer -- 2006 Mercedes-Benz r-class R 350 Sport Wagon 4D, $5, 000

2023-10-03 Thread Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
Boy are these ugly, although in X years it will be considered iconic. On Tue, Oct 3, 2023 at 3:07 PM Floyd Thursby via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > I spent $4k on a transmission now I need to get my money out of it. And > I couldn't be arsed to buy an ebay grille. > > The front

Re: [MBZ] 1983 380SEC - 140k miles - $7,900

2023-10-03 Thread Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
Doesn't this have the problematic single chain engine? On Tue, Oct 3, 2023 at 3:16 PM Allan Streib via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > Ad seems a little noncommital on the true mileage, but car looks pretty > nice. A few imperfections in the paint and the dash has a rug on it. I'd >

Re: [MBZ] While the car's engine is in excellent condition, it does require a transmission. 2010 Mercedes-Benz e-class E 350 4MATIC Sedan 4D, $2, 500

2023-10-03 Thread Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
No extra charge for the educational tip. On Tue, Oct 3, 2023 at 3:20 PM Floyd Thursby via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > The 2010 E350 Mercedes Benz E350 4matic is a luxurious and stylish > vehicle that exudes elegance and sophistication. With its sleek and > timeless design, this

Re: [MBZ] Sweet Two Word Description

2023-10-03 Thread Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
Comes with "leather" seats. On Tue, Oct 3, 2023 at 4:44 PM Bob Rentfro via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > > https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/653987753374131/ > > Something below $2K? Nice living on the coast patina. > > AZBob > > Sent from my iPad >

Re: [MBZ] Who wants a nice 211 wagon? -- 2008 Mercedes-Benz E350 Wagon - $5, 800 (Myrtle Beach)

2023-10-03 Thread Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
Well over 100k miles makes it almost unmarketable, although the built-in dog kennel is a plus. On Tue, Oct 3, 2023 at 4:53 PM Donald Snook via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > That DOES look very nice. > > Donald H. Snook > > > > On Oct 3, 2023, at 2:25 PM, Floyd Thursby > wrote: > >

Re: [MBZ] Who wants a nice 211 wagon? -- 2008 Mercedes-Benz E350 Wagon - $5, 800 (Myrtle Beach)

2023-10-03 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
That DOES look very nice. Donald H. Snook > On Oct 3, 2023, at 2:25 PM, Floyd Thursby wrote: > > This looks very nice > > https://myrtlebeach.craigslist.org/cto/d/myrtle-beach-2008-mercedes-benz-e350/7672445739.html > > -- > --FT > > > ___

[MBZ] Sweet Two Word Description

2023-10-03 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
 https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/653987753374131/ Something below $2K? Nice living on the coast patina. AZBob Sent from my iPad ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change

[MBZ] 2009 Mercedes Benz E350 - $3,000

2023-10-03 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
unclear why cheap https://indianapolis.craigslist.org/ctd/d/indianapolis-2009-mercedes-benz-e350/7672767925.html -- --FT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

Re: [MBZ] Who wants a nice 211 wagon? -- 2008 Mercedes-Benz E350 Wagon - $5, 800 (Myrtle Beach)

2023-10-03 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Yes, 2008 should be past the point where balance shaft is a concern? Might be worth a quick serial number check anyway. On Tue, Oct 3, 2023, at 14:25, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes wrote: > This looks very nice > >

[MBZ] Who wants a nice 211 wagon? -- 2008 Mercedes-Benz E350 Wagon - $5, 800 (Myrtle Beach)

2023-10-03 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
This looks very nice https://myrtlebeach.craigslist.org/cto/d/myrtle-beach-2008-mercedes-benz-e350/7672445739.html -- --FT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go

[MBZ] While the car's engine is in excellent condition, it does require a transmission. 2010 Mercedes-Benz e-class E 350 4MATIC Sedan 4D, $2, 500

2023-10-03 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
The 2010 E350 Mercedes Benz E350 4matic is a luxurious and stylish vehicle that exudes elegance and sophistication. With its sleek and timeless design, this car is sure to turn heads wherever it goes. Under the hood, you'll find a powerful engine that delivers impressive performance. The

[MBZ] 1983 380SEC - 140k miles - $7,900

2023-10-03 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Ad seems a little noncommital on the true mileage, but car looks pretty nice. A few imperfections in the paint and the dash has a rug on it. I'd guess the coupes are a little bit rare but not sure it's worth that.

[MBZ] selling as parts car lost d key!! 2003 Mercedes-Benz e-class E 320 4MATIC Wagon 4D, $1, 200

2023-10-03 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
I DON NO WHAT I GOT and I bet he doesn't have the tittle either to get a key.  Car looks nice though, at least from outside https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1681590355685900 -- --FT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives

[MBZ] Mt Plastic Dreamer -- 2006 Mercedes-Benz r-class R 350 Sport Wagon 4D, $5, 000

2023-10-03 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
I spent $4k on a transmission now I need to get my money out of it.  And I couldn't be arsed to buy an ebay grille. The front Grille was cracked prior to my ownership and has been for over a year. Has a low mileage transmission replaced by dealer.

Re: [MBZ] Bad purchase got even worse.

2023-10-03 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
He'll be lucky to get a tenth of his money back. On Tue, Oct 3, 2023, at 13:45, Donald Snook via Mercedes wrote: > > The seller of this 92 300TE paid a whopping $11K for it in 2022 with over > 170K on it and some other problems. Now He is selling it as a project > because it doesn’t run. >

Re: [MBZ] Bad purchase got even worse.

2023-10-03 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
$500, hit the junkyard for a new engine or find a wrecked parts car.  Or better yet drop in this diesel I have here.  Tranny needs servicing or replacement.  If the guy dropped $11k on it then another $2k would get it sorted, or I'd do it for nothing if I had the car --FT On 10/3/23 2:45 PM,

Re: [MBZ] Stealth colors -- 1996 Mercedes-Benz s-class S 600 Sedan 4D, $4, 500

2023-10-03 Thread Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes
Yeah right it’s kinda tempting --FT Sent from iFōn > On Oct 3, 2023, at 2:12 PM, dan penoff.com via Mercedes > wrote: > > Another good deal if the provenance checks out. Killer W140, too bad it’s > good and not black or I would be all over it. > > -D > > >> On Oct 3, 2023, at 10:34 AM,

Re: [MBZ] Stealth colors -- 1996 Mercedes-Benz s-class S 600 Sedan 4D, $4, 500

2023-10-03 Thread dan penoff.com via Mercedes
Another good deal if the provenance checks out. Killer W140, too bad it’s good and not black or I would be all over it. -D > On Oct 3, 2023, at 10:34 AM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes > wrote: > > Looks fairly decent for the age and miles > >

Re: [MBZ] car has a starring role in an upcoming movie called "Operation Taco Gary" 1971 Mercedes-Benz s-class, $8, 750

2023-10-03 Thread dan penoff.com via Mercedes
That’s actually pretty nice. I had a W108 in that color, it was cool. -D > On Oct 3, 2023, at 10:35 AM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes > wrote: > > Seats do not appear to have been subject to Taco Bell aftermath > > This looks pretty nice and price is not crazy > >

Re: [MBZ] 2005 SLK 230 Parts Only No Title - $800

2023-10-03 Thread Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes
$300 if you needed some bits, assuming it runs --FT Sent from iFōn > On Oct 3, 2023, at 12:17 PM, Allan Streib via Mercedes > wrote: > > I haven't tried to get a title for thr fact bought it for parts for my other > car which ended up getting sold. > >

Re: [MBZ] Aside from the weird cattle guard this could be interesting

2023-10-03 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
Yes where is it parked? Sent from my iPhone > On Oct 3, 2023, at 1:02 PM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes > wrote: > > Looks like he got the crazy Scandos to boost it up. And it's parked in a > salt mine or something? Weird > > --FT > >> On 10/3/23 1:51 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote:

Re: [MBZ] Aside from the weird cattle guard this could be interesting

2023-10-03 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
Looks like he got the crazy Scandos to boost it up. And it's parked in a salt mine or something?  Weird --FT On 10/3/23 1:51 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote: https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1996649037374830/?mibextid=6ojiHh Sent from my iPhone

Re: [MBZ] 210 v 211 v 212

2023-10-03 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
I have bought several decent cars at copart. Sometimes they are donation vehicles, or dealer wholesale Sent from my iPhone > On Oct 3, 2023, at 11:49 AM, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes > wrote: > > I have a 05 211 4m E320 wagon with 235kmi or so and it’s great. I love it. > The 04$400E500

Re: [MBZ] 210 v 211 v 212

2023-10-03 Thread dan penoff.com via Mercedes
What the others said as well as understand that it’s a much more complex car than a W210 or earlier models. If you’re not equipped (or your Indy shop) to work on them it could be expensive relative to repairs, although my experience with the W211s suggests that they’re pretty robust like their

[MBZ] Aside from the weird cattle guard this could be interesting

2023-10-03 Thread Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes
https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1996649037374830/?mibextid=6ojiHh Sent from my iPhone ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

Re: [MBZ] 210 v 211 v 212

2023-10-03 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
I've never owned a W210 but as I understand it the biggest concern is rust. Front spring brackets on the RWD cars (not an issue with the 4matic) and general body rust which rapidly becomes terminal once it starts. My W211 E500 sedan is definitely a complicated car compared to my W123 and W116

Re: [MBZ] 210 v 211 v 212

2023-10-03 Thread Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes
I have a 05 211 4m E320 wagon with 235kmi or so and it’s great. I love it. The 04$400E500 is mechanically solid at 144kmi or so. 211s are decent and more comfortable and a little better equipped than 210s although the 210 is perfectly competent though not particularly exciting except maybe for

Re: [MBZ] One owner Florida car -- 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 sel 6.9 6.9, $9, 900

2023-10-03 Thread Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes
I know nothing about these other than they’re quite desirable. I saw one once in Houston that was the same spec. --FT Sent from iFōn > On Oct 3, 2023, at 12:15 PM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes > wrote: > > It sounds horrible. is that because the air cleaner is off? To my ear > there’s a very

[MBZ] 210 v 211 v 212

2023-10-03 Thread Donald Snook via Mercedes
According to Dan and Rick the 210 is the Camry of Mercedes. I was casually looking at wagons and found two 211 wagons. One has 99K on it and is sort of a boring beige with dark gray interior. I’m wondering if the fact that it is almost to 100,000 miles that means a bunch of neglected

[MBZ] 2005 SLK 230 Parts Only No Title - $800

2023-10-03 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
I haven't tried to get a title for thr fact bought it for parts for my other car which ended up getting sold. https://chicago.craigslist.org/nwc/cto/d/addison-2005-mercedes-benz-slk-230/7672696561.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives

Re: [MBZ] One owner Florida car -- 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 sel 6.9 6.9, $9, 900

2023-10-03 Thread Bob Rentfro via Mercedes
It sounds horrible. is that because the air cleaner is off? To my ear there’s a very metallic pitch to it. AZBob Sent from my iPhone > On Oct 3, 2023, at 7:36 AM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes > wrote: > > Price seems pretty low for a 6.9 and some oddities about it > >

[MBZ] Been. Siting for while Last. Time. It. Wos. Ranning. In. 2019 Have. Title 1993 Mercedes-Benz e-class, $2, 500

2023-10-03 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
Extra. Sero. In.  Price  . https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/332191422803534 -- --FT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

[MBZ] One owner Florida car -- 1977 Mercedes-Benz 450 sel 6.9 6.9, $9, 900

2023-10-03 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
Price seems pretty low for a 6.9 and some oddities about it https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/637967618200833 -- --FT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go

[MBZ] 28, 998 miles. 1997 Mercedes-Benz sl-class SL 600 Roadster 2D, $39, 000

2023-10-03 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
Ad is likely to be up quite awhile " Very Rare" Ad will be taken down once vehicle is sold. https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1481581975996786 -- --FT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To

[MBZ] car has a starring role in an upcoming movie called "Operation Taco Gary" 1971 Mercedes-Benz s-class, $8, 750

2023-10-03 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
Seats do not appear to have been subject to Taco Bell aftermath This looks pretty nice and price is not crazy https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1101055061068466 -- --FT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives

[MBZ] Stealth colors -- 1996 Mercedes-Benz s-class S 600 Sedan 4D, $4, 500

2023-10-03 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
Looks fairly decent for the age and miles https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/681375214056888 -- --FT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

[MBZ] Armor All Shinny -- 2006 Mercedes-Benz clk-class CLK 350 Cabriolet 2D, $3, 000

2023-10-03 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
What's up with the headrests? https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/268010242238429 -- --FT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

[MBZ] needs to have the shifting unit replaced 2001 Mercedes-Benz slk-class SLK 230 Roadster 2D, $1, 000

2023-10-03 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
Cheap SLK if you're into those, not sure what the shifting unit would be, the shift module in the console or the conductor plate? Could be a fun ride though with some minor fixing https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/165011886659016 -- --FT ___

[MBZ] covered with the recommended seat cover application 2004 Mercedes-Benz clk-class CLK 500 Cabriolet 2D, $3, 500

2023-10-03 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
Price not wildly unreasonable, top works, looks decent, fun ride https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/834722731777139 -- --FT ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery

Re: [MBZ] HAS ONE MELFUNTION LIGHT ON - 2003 S500 - 130k miles - $4, 900

2023-10-03 Thread Floyd Thursby via Mercedes
We should go have a PICK NICK with him -_FT On 10/3/23 9:24 AM, Andrew Strasfogel wrote: Can't even spell waisting properly On Tue, Oct 3, 2023, 8:38 AM Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes wrote: ITS ALWSOME —FT Sent from my iPad > On Oct 2, 2023, at 11:43 PM, Allan Streib

Re: [MBZ] HAS ONE MELFUNTION LIGHT ON - 2003 S500 - 130k miles - $4, 900

2023-10-03 Thread Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
Can't even spell waisting properly On Tue, Oct 3, 2023, 8:38 AM Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > ITS ALWSOME > > —FT > > Sent from my iPad > > > On Oct 2, 2023, at 11:43 PM, Allan Streib via Mercedes < > mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > > > > WILL NOT WELCOME

Re: [MBZ] Better and Cheaper

2023-10-03 Thread dan penoff.com via Mercedes
Gotta wonder, I don’t think I’ve ever seen another color combination on these. -D > On Oct 3, 2023, at 8:33 AM, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes > wrote: > > Breaks, break lights work! > > Was beige/brown the only color combination ever available on these various > kit cars? > > —FT > >

Re: [MBZ] HAS ONE MELFUNTION LIGHT ON - 2003 S500 - 130k miles - $4, 900

2023-10-03 Thread Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes
ITS ALWSOME —FT Sent from my iPad > On Oct 2, 2023, at 11:43 PM, Allan Streib via Mercedes > wrote: > > WILL NOT WELCOME VIEWERS TO NICK PICK ...TO BRING PRICE DOWN...ALL DO > RESPECT...YOU WILL BE WASTING YOUR TIME. > >

Re: [MBZ] Better and Cheaper

2023-10-03 Thread Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes
Breaks, break lights work! Was beige/brown the only color combination ever available on these various kit cars? —FT Sent from my iPad > On Oct 3, 2023, at 7:36 AM, dan penoff.com via Mercedes > wrote: > > Than the last example I posted: > >

[MBZ] Better and Cheaper

2023-10-03 Thread dan penoff.com via Mercedes
Than the last example I posted: [01313_khBuVDSk6iw_0CI0pQ_600x450.jpg] 1952 TD Replica for sale by owner - Wesley Chapel, FL -