Re: [MBZ] this is in fact a 1 owner. 1967 Mercedes Benz 200D - $11, 000

2022-05-05 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
About 100x what I paid for my W110 which wasn't in much worse condition. On Thu, May 5, 2022, at 2:01 PM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes wrote: > Rusty floors, rust on front end > > This one was purchased brand new in Germany by the seller’s Step-Dad who > was in the service at the time. > > This car

Re: [MBZ] I’m not even going to comment on this

2022-05-05 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Probably better than running on waste fryer oil, but not sure by how much. On Thu, May 5, 2022, at 7:21 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote: > > > > > > > Sent from my iPhone > ___ > http://www.okiebenz.com > > To search list archives http://www.okiebe

Re: [MBZ] It cost me nearly $90 to fill the e300 today

2022-05-05 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Yeah my diesels are parked for now. On Thu, May 5, 2022, at 7:49 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote: > The price difference between gas and diesel has me thinking about > switch over to one of my M112 powered vehicles. > > Sent from my iPhone > > ___ > http

Re: [MBZ] It cost me nearly $90 to fill the e300 today

2022-05-06 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
On Fri, May 6, 2022, at 10:14 AM, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes wrote: > I’m seeing grocery prices up 30% or more for some things in the last > few weeks. My local store specials have nearly evaporated or the > “special “ price is now 20% higher than a few weeks ago. Almost everything is deliv

[MBZ] 2001 ML 320 - 148k miles - $3,200

2022-05-06 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Looks like it's green but might be black kinda hard to say at least to my eyes. Has Chicago stopped their street sweeping program? https://chicago.craigslist.org/chc/cto/d/chicago-2001-mercedes-ml-320/7480107379.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list

Re: [MBZ] I’m not even going to comment on this

2022-05-06 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
kis via Mercedes < >> > mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: >> > >> > > Good one! >> > > >> > > Sent from my iPhone >> > > >> > > > On May 5, 2022, at 7:44 PM, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes < >> > > m

Re: [MBZ] It cost me nearly $90 to fill the e300 today

2022-05-06 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
They have been unable to sell it at the current market price so they are taking a loss before it spoils and they have to throw it out. On Fri, May 6, 2022, at 10:52 AM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes wrote: > Yet Giant has NY Strip Steak for $5.77/b. this weekend. Go figure. > > On Fri, May

[MBZ] 2002 ML320 - 173k miles - $3,700

2022-05-06 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
This one doesn't look too bad and isn't too far away. A few rust bubbles on the doors. Are these known for having lots of hidden rust issues? https://indianapolis.craigslist.org/cto/d/indianapolis-2002-mercedes-benz-ml320/7480389227.html ___ http://www.okiebenz

[MBZ] 1998 SLK 230 Project Car - $1,250

2022-05-06 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Looks more like a parts car to me. https://louisville.craigslist.org/cto/d/brandenburg-1998-mercedes-benz-slk-230/7480402763.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go

[MBZ] OT: 1973 Volvo 142 2-door - 141k miles - $2,500

2022-05-06 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Wonder what this might be worth cleaned up? NO STINKIN' SCAMMERS. https://indianapolis.craigslist.org/cto/d/hillsboro-1973-volvo-142-2dr-sunroof/7480395256.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscrib

Re: [MBZ] Steak Price

2022-05-06 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
A lot of eggs, rice, and beans On Fri, May 6, 2022, at 8:49 PM, dan penoff.com via Mercedes wrote: > I just look at the bill for groceries every week and wonder how I could > have ever afforded food if it was that expensive when I was younger > with two kids in the house… > > -D > >> On May

Re: [MBZ] Steak Price

2022-05-06 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
nut butter and ramen! (Not together, of course.) > > -D > >> On May 6, 2022, at 8:38 PM, Allan Streib via Mercedes >> wrote: >> >> A lot of eggs, rice, and beans >> >> On Fri, May 6, 2022, at 8:49 PM, dan penoff.com via Mercedes wrote: >>

Re: [MBZ] How to avoid capital gains tax

2022-05-07 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
You probably need to talk to a tax accountant or financial advisor. The only legal way I know of to avoid capital gains on a sale is to invest the gains in a "substantially similar" asset within a short period of time. I don't think paying off your own mortgage counts, since you already own that

[MBZ] 2009 E320 Bluetech - 140k miles - $9,400

2022-05-08 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Potentially nice black/black E320. https://chicago.craigslist.org/nch/cto/d/chicago-2009-mercedes-e320-bluetech/7480931204.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to

[MBZ] 1989 300SEL - 90k miles - $7,500

2022-05-08 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
"emaculate condition" https://chicago.craigslist.org/chc/cto/d/richton-park-1989-mercedes-benz-300sel/7480948076.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://m

Re: [MBZ] Another one bites the dust

2022-05-08 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Too many people with too little to do. They begin to act self-destructively. May be some kind of natural reaction to overpopulation. I'm not sure how we'll handle this supposed coming "post work" society when all work is automated by robots. I think it will be a catastrophe. On Sun, May 8, 202

[MBZ] The recent mechanical work performed is too extensive to list here.

2022-05-08 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Why do people say this? Is there a cost-per-word or length limit on a Craigslist ad? https://chicago.craigslist.org/chc/cto/d/chicago-1981-mercedes-benz-380sl-low/7481071338.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archi

Re: [MBZ] No Reserve:1960 190Db Binz Kombiwagen Project

2022-05-09 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
BaT is featuring cars dragged out of the scrapyard now? On Mon, May 9, 2022, at 4:29 AM, mitch--- via Mercedes wrote: > https://bringatrailer.com/listing/1960-mercedes-benz-190d-binz-kombi/ > > Corrosion on undercarriage components and perforations through panels > can be seen in the gallery. > >

[MBZ] 1999 CL600 - 105k miles - $4,500

2022-05-09 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
"I replaced one of the car's control modules for a better time reaction a few months ago. In doing so the pan for the transmission needs to be re-attached. I don't have time to do it nor the fortitude. If you are interested in buying this beauty and would like to grab it at a steal, contact me,

Re: [MBZ] No Reserve:1960 190Db Binz Kombiwagen Project

2022-05-09 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Leno would be a good buyer for this car. Someone who will restore it properly and use it, without a profit motive in mind. On Mon, May 9, 2022, at 5:04 PM, G Mann via Mercedes wrote: > With only a $100 increase in the bid in the past 24 hrs, it doesn't get a > lot of love thus far. > IMHO, it is

[MBZ] 600SL - Runs and drives mechanic special - $2,000

2022-05-09 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
"everything original everything works just needs a little bit of work" https://chicago.craigslist.org/chc/cto/d/chicago-mercedes-600sl-runs-and-drives/7481708180.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsub

[MBZ] 1977 Euro 280SE - $8,500

2022-05-09 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Interior looks decent. Not sure about the passenger side lower door and front fender -- almost looks like an amateur bondo job. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to

Re: [MBZ] Diesel prices going back up

2022-05-10 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Now Unleaded 87 is up to $4.39. $0.20 rise in last 24 hours. Diesel is still $5.39 for now. On Wed, May 4, 2022, at 11:19 PM, Allan Streib via Mercedes wrote: > Diesel up another $0.20 today, to 5.39. Unleaded 87 is now at $4.19. > > > On Wed, May 4, 2022, at 9:07 AM, Floyd Thursby

[MBZ] 2005 E320 CDI - 172k miles - $8,900

2022-05-10 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Realtor spec. Looks clean. https://louisville.craigslist.org/cto/d/clarksville-2005-mercedes-e320-cdi/7481634459.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: http://m

[MBZ] 1995 S500 - 138k miles - $6,000

2022-05-10 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Doesn't look too bad. Premium gas requirement should limit interested buyers in these days at $5/g. https://chicago.craigslist.org/nwc/cto/d/hoffman-estates-1995-mercedes-benz-s500/7481841862.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.

Re: [MBZ] 1995 S500 - 138k miles - $6,000

2022-05-10 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
At least you're probably getting better than ~15MPG though. On Tue, May 10, 2022, at 1:53 PM, Andrew Strasfogel wrote: > Diesel is $6 now. > > On Tue, May 10, 2022 at 2:19 PM Allan Streib via Mercedes > wrote: >> Doesn't look too bad. Premium gas requirement sh

Re: [MBZ] OT: My turn to complain about USPS

2022-05-10 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
I think USPS and FedEx hand off parcels to each other. May have lost the FedEx label? On Tue, May 10, 2022, at 1:53 PM, Curt Raymond via Mercedes wrote: > Angie sent a box to her aunt in RI the other day. Today it showed up > back at our house. > > I took it down to the post office, the girl th

[MBZ] 2008 ML550 - 117k miles - $8,500

2022-05-10 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Looks nice, too bad it doesn't seem to have a tow hitch https://dayton.craigslist.org/cto/d/dayton-2008-mercedes-ml550/7482134083.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery option

[MBZ] 2001 ML320 - 110k miles - $3,200

2022-05-10 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Needs front bumper cover and a headlight polish. https://chicago.craigslist.org/chc/cto/d/mount-prospect-mercedes-ml320-sport-low/7481970023.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change deli

Re: [MBZ] Diesel prices going back up

2022-05-11 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
I hade to fuel my 300D at a truck pump once. It was an odd little gas station in some rural area and the only diesel they had was at a truck pump. Definitely fills the tank quickly. The cashier was a little surprised to see a diesel sale of less than 20 gallons. On Wed, May 11, 2022, at 12:51

Re: [MBZ] 178 in a SUV down I-95

2022-05-11 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Soon enough they will just log on to the law enforcement portal on the manufacturer's website, and click a button to disable the car. On Wed, May 11, 2022, at 5:41 PM, Randy Bennell via Mercedes wrote: > I was sort of thinking that rather than a drone, they should have some > sort of missile to

Re: [MBZ] 178 in a SUV down I-95

2022-05-11 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
At 150+ MPH in an SUV they are burning gas quickly. Even if they managed to maintain control, and the tires and the rest of the car held up, they would be out of gas in 30 minutes or so. On Wed, May 11, 2022, at 6:04 PM, Karl Wittnebel via Mercedes wrote: > They dont typically go 178mph for ver

[MBZ] 2005 E320 4Matic - 129k miles - $5,200

2022-05-11 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Electrical drain issue. Looks pretty nice otherwise. "Something pulls power from the battery and if you don't drive the car for 3 or 4 days the rear battery dies." https://stlouis.craigslist.org/cto/d/collinsville-2005-mercedes-benz-class/7482506930.html ___ h

[MBZ] 1979 450SL - 33k miles - $21,900

2022-05-12 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
"no rust no dents no accidents fantastic condition must see" https://chicago.craigslist.org/nwc/cto/d/bloomingdale-1979-mercedes-450-sl/7482521457.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or chang

Re: [MBZ] It's record breaking time!

2022-05-12 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Maybe one benefit of this current state of affairs is that people will start to understand that fundamental economics cannot be avoided any more than the laws of thermodynamics. But I'm not hopeful, to be honest. On Thu, May 12, 2022, at 11:42 AM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes wrote: > Better go

[MBZ] 2021 Metris Getaway Camper Peace Van - 2500 miles - $85,000

2022-05-12 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
"Original Owner selling due to shifting family interests..." https://chicago.craigslist.org/chc/cto/d/evanston-2021-mercedes-benz-metris/7482859087.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or chan

Re: [MBZ] 2021 Metris Getaway Camper Peace Van - 2500 miles - $85, 000

2022-05-12 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
cedes wrote: > The shifting interest was his wife telling him to get rid of the damn > thing or he could go live in it for good > > --FT > Sent from iFōn > >> On May 12, 2022, at 6:40 PM, Allan Streib via Mercedes >> wrote: >> >> "Original Owner

Re: [MBZ] 2021 Metris Getaway Camper Peace Van - 2500 miles - $85, 000

2022-05-13 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
A little less probably, especially with the conversion. Maybe 20? Still good as far as RVs go. On Fri, May 13, 2022, at 12:55 PM, mitch--- via Mercedes wrote: > On 2022-05-13 12:39, Randy Bennell via Mercedes wrote: >> Suddenly noticed the current price of fuel? > > If the price of fuel is going

Re: [MBZ] New rubbers

2022-05-13 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
A potential problem with 4WD/AWD vehicles is that some shops will refuse to install less than 4 new tires. They claim that there's enough difference in diameter on the old tires, either due to wear or because different brands are slightly different. I'm 50:50 on whether it's a scam. I'd say rep

Re: [MBZ] Opinions on window tint

2022-05-13 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
I think it would be OK on a 123. I don't know much about it, but I would say get a pro shop to do it. A good one should warranty it against bubbles and peeling. Check local laws about tinting the front windows and/or windshield. It does help with taking some of the load off of the AC in the sum

Re: [MBZ] Opinions on window tint

2022-05-13 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Meant to also say I think it would look fine on a 116. Maybe better than on a 123. On Fri, May 13, 2022, at 11:36 PM, Allan Streib via Mercedes wrote: > I think it would be OK on a 123. > > I don't know much about it, but I would say get a pro shop to do it. A > good one s

Re: [MBZ] Fedex dropped off my “new” 09S550 headlight

2022-05-14 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Are you using a particular polishing kit? I need to do this on a couple of my cars. On Sat, May 14, 2022, at 5:32 PM, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes wrote: > Got through polishing it and it looks pretty good, not 100% like new but > close. Another hour two might get it some better but not worth

Re: [MBZ] New rubbers

2022-05-14 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Yeah but now you're on a list. ;-) On Sat, May 14, 2022, at 7:37 PM, Curt Raymond via Mercedes wrote: > I ordered shotgun shells from MO to MA and they showed up in just 2 > days. > I was surprised I could get them delivered to my house at all, the > speed was a bonus. > Curt > Sent from Yahoo

[MBZ] A Class

2022-05-14 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
I thought these were smaller. https://stlouis.craigslist.org/cto/d/saint-louis-2019-mercedes-220-4matic/7483704583.html Good luck with the sale the ask is the MSRP for a new 2022 model. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okieben

Re: [MBZ] Floating temptress

2022-05-16 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
That particular example has some sketchy looking electrical and other "upgrades" such as the clothes-dryer vent flex pipe for air intake? On Mon, May 16, 2022, at 2:12 PM, dan penoff.com via Mercedes wrote: > Don’t ever go to Lake Tahoe in the summer. Droves of those things up there. > > -D > >>

Re: [MBZ] Floating temptress

2022-05-16 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
On Mon, May 16, 2022, at 2:30 PM, Randy Bennell via Mercedes wrote: > The boat is just the beginning. Once you have the boat, you either need > a boathouse to keep it in or a storage building at home to keep it in on > the trailer. Storing it on the trailer is likely not recommended for a > woo

Re: [MBZ] Floating temptress

2022-05-16 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Rent one for a day to fulfill those kind of dreams. On Mon, May 16, 2022, at 2:37 PM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes wrote: > Yeah, but the feeling of cruising in one of those is priceless. > > Until the bills come due... > > On Mon, May 16, 2022 at 3:33 PM G Mann via Mercedes > wrote: > >> B.O.A

Re: [MBZ] Floating temptress

2022-05-16 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Having woodworking skills most likely helps but I don't think that's the same as having boatbuilding skills. That said, I have plenty of projects parked up for lengthy time, not because I can't do them but because I'm just procrastinating. On Mon, May 16, 2022, at 2:42 PM, Floyd Thursby via Me

[MBZ] Where do people come up with these prices? 99C230

2022-05-16 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Rusted car nearly a quarter-century old with a quarter-million miles on the clock. At least the glove box light works! https://cincinnati.craigslist.org/cto/d/cincinnati-99-c230-mercedes-benz/7484244775.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives

[MBZ] OT: Saw parked at the gym tonight

2022-05-16 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Not this actual car, but this model or something very close. Had some aftermarket wheels but they looked good. Otherwise looked nicely restored or well preserved. https://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/thumb/7/7f/1969-Alfa-Romeo-GT-Veloce-Red-Front-Angle-st.jpg/1024px-1969-Alfa-Romeo-GT-

Re: [MBZ] Diesel prices going back up

2022-05-16 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Yep, $4.59 here today also. $0.20 increase overnight. On Mon, May 16, 2022, at 7:21 PM, mitch--- via Mercedes wrote: > There it goes again! > > My town has 4.599 regular at every station. > > Substitute your zip code for 48813 in the link and cry along with me. > > https://www.gasbuddy.com/home?se

Re: [MBZ] MB banners

2022-05-17 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
And the banners are fully authorized and licensed by MBUSA I'm sure On Tue, May 17, 2022, at 3:52 PM, mitch--- via Mercedes wrote: > For the price of two frozen pizzas (or two Little Sleazers' Hot and > Ready Pizzas) you can have a nice garage banner. Cool. > > Mitch. > > On 2022-05-17 16:39,

[MBZ] 1985 190D - manual - 169k miles - $10,000

2022-05-17 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Some minor body damage; ad has a good list of recent and past maintenance. IDK about the price though -- more than I'd pay especially with the inop stuff in particular AC should be working for that price IMO. https://louisville.craigslist.org/cto/d/louisville-1985-mercedes-benz-190d-5spd/7484913

[MBZ] 2005 E350 4MATIC - 168k miles - $4,000

2022-05-17 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
"Timing chain needs to be replaced soon" ... Extra zero in price... https://stlouis.craigslist.org/cto/d/greenville-2005-mercedes-benz-class-320/7484943431.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscrib

[MBZ] W116 rear bumper cracking

2022-05-17 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
I noticed that there are several cracks below the rubber strip on my rear bumper. The metal is cracked all the way through. I'm a bit worried the bumper is about to fall off, though it still feels solid. I'm guessing there is no aftermarket supplier for these and that salvage or NOS are what I'

Re: [MBZ] W116 rear bumper cracking

2022-05-17 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
id for a while but now > it’s falling off. > > Sent from my iPhone > >> On May 17, 2022, at 7:03 PM, Allan Streib via Mercedes >> wrote: >> >> I noticed that there are several cracks below the rubber strip on my rear >> bumper. The metal is cracked all

Re: [MBZ] 1985 190D - manual - 169k miles - $10,000

2022-05-17 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
I'd pay maybe a couple of grand premium for a manual. But not $10K with body damage, no AC, and other issues. On Tue, May 17, 2022, at 9:22 PM, Andrew Strasfogel wrote: > For that money get a clean '85 w123. > > On Tue, May 17, 2022, 6:35 PM Allan Streib via Mercedes >

Re: [MBZ] W123 Oil cooler

2022-05-17 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
When I replaced the lines on my '83 300D I did not have an issue with this. I may have pre-treated the connections with Acetone-ATF or something like PB Blaster, but I don't recall for sure. On Tue, May 17, 2022, at 9:34 PM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes wrote: > I need to replace the upper an

Re: [MBZ] So I guess their business fell apart?

2022-05-17 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Hey I see they have a lot of W116 bumpers! On Tue, May 17, 2022, at 9:48 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote: > https://auction.mbzparts.com/?utm_source=Facebook_Ads+fb&utm_medium=Paid+6292724773674+Facebook_Mobile_Feed&utm_term=Wholesale+Image+Sets+-+Copy+6292724773674&utm_content=Facebook_Mobi

Re: [MBZ] So I guess their business fell apart?

2022-05-17 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Maybe they are just unloading stuff that isn't moving. On Tue, May 17, 2022, at 9:48 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote: > https://auction.mbzparts.com/?utm_source=Facebook_Ads+fb&utm_medium=Paid+6292724773674+Facebook_Mobile_Feed&utm_term=Wholesale+Image+Sets+-+Copy+6292724773674&utm_content=F

Re: [MBZ] So I guess their business fell apart?

2022-05-17 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
If you buy up all the cars that need the parts, then nobody needs the parts. On Tue, May 17, 2022, at 10:03 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote: > A lot. They were buying perfectly good cars to part out. > > Sent from my iPhone > >> On May 17, 2022, at 9:00 PM, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes

Re: [MBZ] FCPEuro fails

2022-05-18 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Have never had that happen to me with FCP. Only Rusty back in the day seemed to do better as far as getting stuff shipped quickly. On Wed, May 18, 2022, at 11:31 AM, Floyd Thursby via Mercedes wrote: > Last Thursday I ordered a bunch of parts for the S550 to get it back > together.  No notice i

[MBZ] 1996 C220 - 199k miles - $3,000

2022-05-18 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
C220 with no rust. Needs a hood star. https://indianapolis.craigslist.org/cto/d/indianapolis-garage-kept-mercedes-benz/7485305431.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery opti

[MBZ] 1981 240D - 187k miles - $8,800

2022-05-18 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Looks pretty nice. Seems vaguely familiar, but this listing is new today. https://chicago.craigslist.org/nwc/cto/d/worth-1981-mercedes-benz-240d-four/7485055338.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsub

[MBZ] 2007 Sprinter Multi-Use Conversion Van - 149k miles -$60, 000

2022-05-18 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Looks like it might have started out as an airport shuttle van or some similar usage. "I am firm on the price (there is still some room for negation depending on the situation)." https://chicago.craigslist.org/chc/cto/d/kenilworth-2007-high-roof-dodge/7485012801.html __

Re: [MBZ] Serious MB lust

2022-05-18 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Many BaT bidders/buyers are not grounded in reality and seem to have more money than sense. It's the *last* place to go looking for a bargain. On Wed, May 18, 2022, at 3:59 PM, Donald Snook via Mercedes wrote: > Damn. I hope you are wrong. I was thinking $20K with 25k as an absolute > stretch.

Re: [MBZ] Serious MB lust

2022-05-18 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Mercedes wrote: > I think Don was looking for a good car more than he was a bargain if he > was prepared to pay over $20K for it. > > On 18/05/2022 4:04 PM, Allan Streib via Mercedes wrote: >> Many BaT bidders/buyers are not grounded in reality and seem to have more >> mo

Re: [MBZ] W123 Oil cooler

2022-05-18 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
There's still one in town here. On Wed, May 18, 2022, at 7:15 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote: > Is there such a thing as a radiator shop these days? > > Sent from my iPhone > >> On May 18, 2022, at 3:47 PM, David Bruckmann via Mercedes >> wrote: >> >> Worst-case scenario, the oil coole

Re: [MBZ] 2005 E320 CDI - 172k miles - $8,900

2022-05-18 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
I'm half tempted to check this out. It's not terribly far away. I assume that "black death" is not readily visible without at least removing the plastic engine cover? What would I look for? On Tue, May 10, 2022, at 2:14 PM, Allan Streib via Mercedes wrote: > Re

Re: [MBZ] 2005 E320 CDI - 172k miles - $8,900

2022-05-18 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
ver? What would I look for? > > > On Tue, May 10, 2022, at 2:14 PM, Allan Streib via Mercedes wrote: >> Realtor spec. Looks clean. >> >> https://louisville.craigslist.org/cto/d/clarksville-2005-mercedes-e320-cdi/7481634459.html >>

Re: [MBZ] 2005 E320 CDI - 172k miles - $8,900

2022-05-19 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
ome risk, > however, as the hold down bolts can be run in too far and puncture the > water jacket. > > I’ve done it and I don’t ever want to do it again. > > -D > > Sent from my iPad > >> On May 18, 2022, at 11:17 PM, Allan Streib via Mercedes >> wrote: &g

Re: [MBZ] I just bought

2022-05-19 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Maybe worth trying but I don't think the stain will really hold the sand. On Thu, May 19, 2022, at 1:58 PM, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes wrote: > Some PT lumber for my trailer deck. Maybe half the total as I had some > I got maybe 1.5yr ago. OUCH Was probably twice as much $$$ as what > I

Re: [MBZ] '73 220 diesel on BAT

2022-05-19 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
On Thu, May 19, 2022, at 2:25 PM, Bob Rentfro via Mercedes wrote: > Insane. Just like everything else these days. Was just reading how venture capital is drying up in Silicon Valley. Any tech businesses that aren't actually profitable on their own revenue are in for a rough time. _

[MBZ] 2005 S500 4Matic - $2,000

2022-05-19 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
"I purchased to repair and drive well at 80 years old easyer said than done" I wonder what's wrong with it. Doesn't look wrecked or rotted out. Title Status: Parts Only. https://indianapolis.craigslist.org/cto/d/indianapolis-2005-mercedes-s500-4matic/7485856016.html _

[MBZ] OT: BMW X5 diesel - 135k miles - $16,900

2022-05-20 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Seems like a lot of money for a 10 year old car, but looks nice. https://chicago.craigslist.org/chc/cto/d/wadsworth-bmw-x5-diesel-awd-like-new/7486041053.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe o

Re: [MBZ] OT: BMW X5 diesel - 135k miles - $16,900

2022-05-20 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
orically, not great. > > -D > >> On May 20, 2022, at 12:26 PM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes >> wrote: >> >> What's the rep of BMW diesels? >> >>> On Fri, May 20, 2022 at 11:31 AM Allan Streib via Mercedes < >>> mercedes@okiebenz.c

Re: [MBZ] Still trying to kill this Walmart AGM battery

2022-05-20 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
I had a (conventional lead/acid) battery pass the "load test" with flying colors at NAPA but was unable to start the car. Had it tested at Interstate and it immediately failed. If the battery won't start the car, that's really the ultimate test, isn't it? Assuming the starter itself is OK? I w

Re: [MBZ] Coming Soon!

2022-05-20 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Sounds nice! Local find? On Fri, May 20, 2022, at 2:47 PM, dan penoff.com via Mercedes wrote: > Added a new car to the driveway yesterday. > > 2003 E320 (W211) in black, one owner, 114k on the clock. Had a VMI that > was 12 pages long, all the recalls and campaigns done, stuff like > conductor

Re: [MBZ] Poos?

2022-05-20 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
You'll probably have much less hassle from the local busybodies with a 500g propane tank vs a 500g diesel/fuel oil tank. On Fri, May 20, 2022, at 9:53 PM, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes wrote: > That’s what I was wondering how much fuel could run for how long. > > --FT > Sent from iFōn > >> On M

[MBZ] 2019 C63 AMG - 16k miles - $55,000

2022-05-20 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
N.b. flood car. Can't imagine paying that price. https://chicago.craigslist.org/chc/cto/d/willowbrook-2019-mercedes-benz-c63-amg/7486101789.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change deli

Re: [MBZ] Coming Soon!

2022-05-20 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Is your SL500 an R129? Here's one asking $10K https://chicago.craigslist.org/sox/cto/d/hickory-hills-mercedes-sl/7486023605.html On Fri, May 20, 2022, at 9:09 PM, dan penoff.com via Mercedes wrote: > Bring $4k down here and drive it home. Just don’t bring much luggage, > as the trunk is pretty

Re: [MBZ] Diesel

2022-05-21 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Still $5.39 here. I guess I'll wait a few more days before I buy. On Sat, May 21, 2022, at 9:12 AM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote: > Diesel appears to be dropping. It’s 4.86 at the sams. Around 5.04 > everywhere else. > > Sent from my iPhone > > ___ > htt

Re: [MBZ] Diesel

2022-05-21 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
As I understand it, with CDI engines you need to watch for "black death" due to leaky injector seals. For Bluetec engines I think concerns tend to be around the DPF stuff but if you take regular long highway drives that helps. It's not an ideal car if you are doing mostly short trips, but no die

Re: [MBZ] Spare Tire Source

2022-05-21 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
I get that it's old, but I'd probably use it as a spare if the rubber still looked good. Not like it's been exposed to the sun and elements. A skinny temp service spare is only supposed to be used to get you to the nearest tire shop, really. On Sat, May 21, 2022, at 4:32 PM, dan penoff.com via

Re: [MBZ] Look at this interior! 300TD Euro

2022-05-21 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
I thought it was typically turbo -> automatic, NA could also be paired with an automatic but often was manual. Or so I recall Herr Booth saying. On Sat, May 21, 2022, at 6:25 PM, OK Don via Mercedes wrote: > Didn't some countries in Europe tax cars based on HP? There were a lot of > Mercedes so

Re: [MBZ] Fuel Prices

2022-05-21 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Of course they don't always fill it to the brim. Part of the pre-flight is a calculation of how much fuel they need for the trip, potential diversions, and final reserve. On Sat, May 21, 2022, at 7:03 PM, OK Don via Mercedes wrote: > The 737 MAX holds 6878 gallons. > > On Sat, May 21, 2022 at 6:

Re: [MBZ] Fuel Prices

2022-05-22 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
I would guess it's more likely crew staffing difficulties than cost of fuel, but who knows? Could be either, or both On Sun, May 22, 2022, at 11:17 AM, Curt Raymond via Mercedes wrote: > We're going to Savannah in June, AA has changed our flight plans 3 > times now. Guess they're canceling f

[MBZ] 1995 E320 convertible - 130k miles - $18,000

2022-05-22 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Looks like it's in fairly good condition, but $18K?? https://louisville.craigslist.org/cto/d/louisville-1995-mercedas-e320/7486729627.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery o

[MBZ] 2006 SLK350 Coupe - 134k miles - $7,295

2022-05-22 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Other than the body damage on this example, I assume as a mid-2000s "350" these could also have balance shaft concerns? https://nashville.craigslist.org/cto/d/smyrna-2006-mercedes-slk-350-coupe/7486997479.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archive

Re: [MBZ] Please do not call me with any ridiculous lowball offers. And do not call with a million questions. Mercedes s550 AMG with night vision - $11, 000

2022-05-22 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Is it a factory option or aftermarket? On Sun, May 22, 2022, at 8:50 PM, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes wrote: > Nope. I saw a review of it that suggested it is a fairly useless > annoying distraction > > --FT > Sent from iFōn > >> On May 22, 2022, at 8:03 PM, Andrew Strasfogel wrote: >> >> 

Re: [MBZ] 87 300D

2022-05-22 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Another ruined one. Do you have a spare Mottor? On Sun, May 22, 2022, at 11:24 PM, Kaleb Striplin via Mercedes wrote: > https://www.facebook.com/marketplace/item/1193708054713846/ > > > Sent from my iPhone > > ___ > http://www.okiebenz.com > > To search list arc

Re: [MBZ] Fwd: 1993 Mercedes-Benz 400E w/80k Miles | The MB Market

2022-05-23 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Looks nice. Colors don't really do much for it, IMO. On Mon, May 23, 2022, at 12:09 PM, Buggered Benzmail via Mercedes wrote: >> Who wants a 400E? >> >> >> https://thembmarket.com/1993-mercedes-benz-400e >> >> >> --R >> Sent from iFōn > > ___ > http://www.

[MBZ] 1990 300 SE - 183k miles - $6,500

2022-05-23 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Nice looking car, though I don't really care for the chromed wheels (this was a dealer option I think?). Does the suspension seem to be sitting a little high? https://chicago.craigslist.org/nwc/cto/d/lombard-1990-mercedes-benz-300-se/7487413066.html ___ ht

[MBZ] 1972 350SL - 143k miles - $13,500

2022-05-23 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
This might have been posted a while ago, I seem to recall seeing that garish interior redo. Also looks like some creative painting was done under the hood. https://miami.craigslist.org/pbc/cto/d/irvine-1972-mercedes-350sl/7487099945.html ___ http://www.okiebe

Re: [MBZ] New Addition - 2008 ML550

2022-05-23 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Until it stops working... On Mon, May 23, 2022, at 11:21 PM, Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes wrote: > Keyless Go is the cat's pajamas. Once you get used to it there is no going > back to analog keys. ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://w

[MBZ] I'm selling due to increase price on gas - 2005 E500 - $4, 200

2022-05-24 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Great sales pitch, but at least honest... https://chicago.craigslist.org/sox/cto/d/chicago-2005-mercedes-benz-e500-4matic/7487708408.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery op

[MBZ] 2008 E63 AMG - 95k miles - $20,900

2022-05-24 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Nice looking black/black https://huntington.craigslist.org/cto/d/olive-hill-2008-mercedes-benz-class-amg/7487646621.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to: ht

Re: [MBZ] Mercedes-Benz thinks they can cut the crap

2022-05-24 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
MMBGA!! On Tue, May 24, 2022, at 3:11 PM, OK Don via Mercedes wrote: > Perhaps they want to revive the brand after all? > > https://www.msn.com/en-us/autos/news/avoidable-contact-150-mercedes-benz-thinks-they-can-cut-the-crap/ar-AAXFFaL?cvid=f11df3c836324be880cc5eab50a88bba > > -- > OK Don > > "

Re: [MBZ] Gas Prices

2022-05-24 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
On Tue, May 24, 2022, at 3:12 PM, Rick Knoble via Mercedes wrote: > If you think it's painful now, just wait > Summer driving season is around the corner. > > Rationing might be too. You might be right. The station closest to my house is out of 87UL. They have diesel. ___

Re: [MBZ] Fun at LKQ

2022-05-24 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
On Tue, May 24, 2022, at 8:51 PM, dan penoff.com via Mercedes wrote: > There were guys running around with wheelbarrows full of parts, a > couple of guys working on a car that looked like they were stripping > the interior out of along with the drive train. All sorts of > interesting activity g

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