Re: [MBZ] 1992 300SE - $2,600 Serious buyers only thank you

2021-02-01 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
I agree. If I still lived in the area I'd be checking it out. Would this have had the self-destructing wiring harness? Allan Andrew Strasfogel writes: > Quite attractive, even at the asking price. > > On Mon, Feb 1, 2021 at 12:38 PM Allan Streib via Mercedes < > mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote:

Re: [MBZ] 1992 300SE - $2,600 Serious buyers only thank you

2021-02-01 Thread Andrew Strasfogel via Mercedes
Quite attractive, even at the asking price. On Mon, Feb 1, 2021 at 12:38 PM Allan Streib via Mercedes < mercedes@okiebenz.com> wrote: > > > https://chicago.craigslist.org/sox/cto/d/joliet-1992-mercedes-benz-300se/7270921703.html > > This is a FSBO posting but I suspect it might be a dealer

[MBZ] 1992 300SE - $2,600 Serious buyers only thank you

2021-02-01 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
https://chicago.craigslist.org/sox/cto/d/joliet-1992-mercedes-benz-300se/7270921703.html This is a FSBO posting but I suspect it might be a dealer because no plates, CARFAX update is very recent, plastic carpet protectors, and yellow dealer inventory key tag. Allan

[MBZ] 1992 300SE - $3,000

2021-01-22 Thread Allan Streib via Mercedes
Serious buyers only. https://chicago.craigslist.org/sox/cto/d/joliet-1992-mercedes-benz-300se/7266083930.html ___ http://www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/ To Unsubscribe or change delivery options go to:

[MBZ] 1992 300SE ??

2007-10-24 Thread E M
Hey everyone, Thinking of going to look at a '92 S Class with 305.000 kms on it. Any issues or things to watch for? Think this was just before the wiring problems? Any tips or hints appreciated. Thanks. Ed 300E ___ http://www.okiebenz.com For new parts see

Re: [MBZ] 1992 300SE ??

2007-10-24 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin, work
@okiebenz.com Sent: Wednesday, October 24, 2007 10:26 AM Subject: [MBZ] 1992 300SE ?? Hey everyone, Thinking of going to look at a '92 S Class with 305.000 kms on it. Any issues or things to watch for? Think this was just before the wiring problems? Any tips or hints appreciated. Thanks. Ed

Re: [MBZ] 1992 300SE ??

2007-10-24 Thread John Freer
The wiring harness issue started in 92 with the W140. So did the evaporator issue. On 10/24/07, E M [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: Hey everyone, Thinking of going to look at a '92 S Class with 305.000 kms on it. Any issues or things to watch for? Think this was just before the wiring problems?

Re: [MBZ] 1992 300SE ??

2007-10-24 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin, work
, October 24, 2007 12:47 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] 1992 300SE ?? head gasket issues on the 3 liter engine. and the transmission shifts into reverse in how many seconds? On Oct 24, 2007, at 8:47 AM, Kaleb C. Striplin, work wrote: Wiring/electrical issues, door closers that dont work cost $600

Re: [MBZ] 1992 300SE ??

2007-10-24 Thread andrew strasfogel
- From: John M McIntosh [EMAIL PROTECTED] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Wednesday, October 24, 2007 12:47 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] 1992 300SE ?? head gasket issues on the 3 liter engine. and the transmission shifts into reverse in how many seconds? On Oct 24

Re: [MBZ] 1992 300SE ??

2007-10-24 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin, work
] 1992 300SE ?? was it the same trans used on the V8 engines, or as used in the E Class cars? Ed 300E On 24/10/2007, John M McIntosh [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: head gasket issues on the 3 liter engine. and the transmission shifts into reverse in how many seconds? On Oct 24, 2007, at 8:47 AM

Re: [MBZ] 1992 300SE ??

2007-10-24 Thread John M McIntosh
Ah from wikipedia The 1996 model W210 E-Class carried over the 4-speed automatic transmission from the previous W124 generation E-Class. In 1997, Mercedes installed in the E-class its newer, electronically- controlled model 722.6 5-speed automatic transmission that first saw duty in 1996

Re: [MBZ] 1992 300SE ??

2007-10-24 Thread tom savage
John M McIntosh wrote: Ah from wikipedia The 1996 model W210 E-Class carried over the 4-speed automatic transmission from the previous W124 generation E-Class. In 1997, Mercedes installed in the E-class its newer, electronically- controlled model 722.6 5-speed automatic transmission

Re: [MBZ] 1992 300SE ??

2007-10-24 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
All 140 300's with the 104 had the 5 speed, not to be confused with the later electronic sealed 5 speed. John Freer wrote: In 1992? On 10/24/07, Kaleb C. Striplin, work [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: no, completely different, its a 5 speed trans. --- Kaleb C. Striplin Cox Auto Trader 730

Re: [MBZ] 1992 300SE

2006-08-24 Thread OK Don
On 8/23/06, Donald Snook [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I found a 1992 300SE at my local indy's. He works on all sorts of European cars, but he specializes in Mercedes. Everyone in and around Wichita (and maybe further) go to him for great Mercedes work. Given what I found on the 300D 2.5, I'd run

Re: [MBZ] 1992 300SE

2006-08-24 Thread Loren Faeth
Don, Your 126 is twice the car a 140 will ever be in terms of reliability and maintenance/use cost. (TCO) If it gets better mileage, then that sweetens the deal! At 09:28 AM 8/23/2006, you wrote: I found a 1992 300SE at my local indy's. He works on all sorts of European cars, but he

Re: [MBZ] 1992 300SE

2006-08-24 Thread M.Afzaal.Khan
] To: Mercedes Discussion List mercedes@okiebenz.com Sent: Wednesday, August 23, 2006 7:38 PM Subject: Re: [MBZ] 1992 300SE 1. Evaluating the condition of a 140 Is it perfect? If not, open wallet.

[MBZ] 1992 300SE

2006-08-23 Thread Donald Snook
I found a 1992 300SE at my local indy's. He works on all sorts of European cars, but he specializes in Mercedes. Everyone in and around Wichita (and maybe further) go to him for great Mercedes work. He also has a small lot at the shop where he sells a few benzes and also some exotic cars like

Re: [MBZ] 1992 300SE

2006-08-23 Thread Kaleb C. Striplin
Electrical problems, door closers not working, evaporator leaks which cost about 4500 to fix, other than that, good cars. a 140 is MUCH more heavy than a 126 so it will use more fuel. Donald Snook wrote: I found a 1992 300SE at my local indy's. He works on all sorts of European cars, but he

Re: [MBZ] 1992 300SE

2006-08-23 Thread Jim Cathey
1. Evaluating the condition of a 140 Is it perfect? If not, open wallet. 2. Common problems with a 140 to check if they have been repaired already. Wiring harnesses, door closing pumps, etc. 3. Other suggestions about the 140 Chassis. Avoid if looking for economical

Re: [MBZ] 1992 300SE

2006-08-23 Thread dave walton
I can't comment on the gas versions, but my experience has been that nothing compares to the W140. It's a way nice ride. -Dave Walton 87SDL, 94S350, 99E300 On 8/23/06, Donald Snook [EMAIL PROTECTED] wrote: I found a 1992 300SE at my local indy's. He works on all sorts of European cars, but he