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AMG Mercedes-Benz | Enthusiasts — Mon, 04 Aug 2008 19:43:02 +0000

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By: Greg

Greg — Thu, 01 Nov 2007 14:24:22 +0000

Bob,

Try the MBCA Forum. They have a thread for the W114/5 MBs:
http://mbca.cartama.net/forumdisplay.php?f=57

Let me know how it goes.

By: bob silalahi

bob silalahi — Wed, 31 Oct 2007 10:08:44 +0000

greg, i’m thinking of owning a 114/5 mercedes, i like how the car looks and of course the engineering level of a mercedes is always over the top. do you have anything that can help me during my search for a good one?

By: Greg

Greg — Mon, 26 Mar 2007 10:43:22 +0000

Sorry Dan. Didn’t realize you haven’t opened the door at all yet. Go to a locksmith shop or stop by a tow truck shop. They’ll have the tools to get the door open.

By: Dan King

Dan King — Mon, 26 Mar 2007 00:44:02 +0000

Thanks Greg, but how can I remove the door panel with the door closed?

By: Greg

Greg — Sun, 25 Mar 2007 19:16:29 +0000

Dan,

I emailed you a document showing the interior of the door. You might want to remove the panel and check the operation of the latch and linkage; make sure nothing is binding. If this doesn’t’ help let me know and I’ll see what else I can find for you.

Let me know what you find. I have a 1972 350/450 SL and my passenger door is starting to stick also. Thanks!

By: Dan King

Dan King — Sat, 24 Mar 2007 19:01:52 +0000

I just purchased a 1974 450SL and I’d like to pick someone’s brain about how to get the drivers door open.Both handles seem to link to the latch but no release action. The door will not lock with key or inside lever.

By: Bill Lloyd

Bill Lloyd — Wed, 03 Jan 2007 15:49:29 +0000

Hello! I found on your fine site the statement that the method of adjusting one’s car’s side mirrors outward, to eliminate the “blind spot,” was “…developed by engineer George Platter. He presented his method at a recent meeting of the Society of Automobile Engineers.” I don’t know what “recent” means, there, but in fact I first read of this method in 2001, in a 1998 book called Drive to Survive, by a former race-car driver named Curt Rich.

– Bill Lloyd

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AMG Mercedes-Benz | Enthusiasts — Thu, 26 Oct 2006 18:47:35 +0000

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By: Greg

Greg — Mon, 17 Jul 2006 10:55:23 +0000

Juan,

Great question. The answer is part personal preference and part financial return on your investment. Convertibles always seem to do better as investments, but if you like sedans by all means get one for yourself.

My recommendation would be to invest in a few books and newsletters before making your purchase. Consider reading John Olson’s book, the SL Experience and/or his SL newsletters.

His newsletter covers the trends in pricing for SLs and he provides car buying advice for those buying and selling SLs.

Concerning the 1974 SL: I have a 1972 350/450 SL, which has fewer pollution control devices, nicer European style bumpers, and it is the first year for the 107 body style. Some like the rarer 4-speed European model SLs (value of these vehicles continue to increase). John’s book provides a break-down of the cars to buy and why.

I hope this helps. If you have any further questions, please leave another comment on the blog. Let me know how it goes.

By: Juan Lavaggi

Juan Lavaggi — Mon, 17 Jul 2006 02:49:49 +0000

I am starting to think in owning a vintage MB. From what I ahve read, if I can find a Pagoda 250 I will be the envy of many collectors. However this is like wining the lotto. Thus I decided to look for a 450 SLC and I have found one of 1974, and simultaneously I also found a 250 sedan from 1969. The first thing I would like to know from you is for which model you would go if you were in my position and why? Assuming that both cars are in a reasonable condition.

Thanks oin advance,
JL