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r129sl said:
Is this underpriced by someone who doesn't know these cars? Or is it a shed? I can't tell and it's a long way from me. I resolved this morning that I'd like a w124 coupé (I know, a c124), preferably an early one, 3.0litre, in smoke silver.
Certainly has potential IMO, but would have to be seen. Plus points for me would be cruise and aircon, if working.V12 AMG said:
r129sl said:
Is this underpriced by someone who doesn't know these cars? Or is it a shed? I can't tell and it's a long way from me. I resolved this morning that I'd like a w124 coupé (I know, a c124), preferably an early one, 3.0litre, in smoke silver.
http://www2.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/201...
-Pattern wingshttp://www2.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/201...
-Worn steering wheel
-Number plates
-Antenna
-Mats
-OS headlight wiper blade
Must have had the diamond cut wheels refurbished recently. Can't see any milking.
Seller states 5 speed, car has the 4 speed.
Edited by r129sl on Monday 3rd August 15:42
The 560SEL we had on here a few weeks back with the red velour; excellent work if you can get it.
http://classiccars.brightwells.com/viewdetails.php...
now
http://www.carandclassic.co.uk/car/C642633
http://classiccars.brightwells.com/viewdetails.php...
now
http://www.carandclassic.co.uk/car/C642633
em177 said:
r129sl said:
-Pattern wings
Do people mind about this since the OEM ones are so proned to rust? Strawman said:
em177 said:
r129sl said:
-Pattern wings
Do people mind about this since the OEM ones are so proned to rust? I am finding myself obsessed with this green coupé: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/1994-MERCEDES-BENZ-E-CLA...
This is what I can see that puts me off.
- old phone aerial in the rear screen
- Diavia air con system
- cracked piping on centre armrest
- model designation in wrong place
- crack in black plastic boot handle (do this and the previous item indicate a bad paint job?)
- er, er, that's it...
But cast your steely glaze over it V12 AMG and tell me what I am missing. And I like the colours, OK?
Edited by r129sl on Monday 3rd August 17:08
jke11y said:
The 560SEL we had on here a few weeks back with the red velour; excellent work if you can get it.
http://classiccars.brightwells.com/viewdetails.php...
now
http://www.carandclassic.co.uk/car/C642633
Jesus. You know there's a bubble in the final stages of inflation when some cheeky sod tries that on at £10k.http://classiccars.brightwells.com/viewdetails.php...
now
http://www.carandclassic.co.uk/car/C642633
Krikkit said:
Happy Jim said:
derin100 said:
Just curious, what does the CDV actually do and what's the problem with it? I think I have it on my Z4 3.0Si.
I have an LS1 engine/box from a Camara in my Cobra Replica, GM had a similar thing, they intentionally introduced a restriction in the clutch fluid pipe to prevent mechanically unsympathetic drivers banging the clutch out and smashing the plate against the flywheel - in essence it just slows the fluid down enough to give a cushioned effect when releasing the clutch quickly (introduces clutch slip when none is wanted!!!). Took a 6mm drill bit to resolve that one ;-)
Jim
Some excellent pictures here on an E46, but looking on RealOEM it's near-identical for an E85 as well.
Edited by Krikkit on Monday 3rd August 15:02
r129sl said:
V12 AMG said:
r129sl said:
Is this underpriced by someone who doesn't know these cars? Or is it a shed? I can't tell and it's a long way from me. I resolved this morning that I'd like a w124 coupé (I know, a c124), preferably an early one, 3.0litre, in smoke silver.
http://www2.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/201...
-Pattern wingshttp://www2.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/201...
-Worn steering wheel
-Number plates
-Antenna
-Mats
-OS headlight wiper blade
Must have had the diamond cut wheels refurbished recently. Can't see any milking.
Seller states 5 speed, car has the 4 speed.
Edited by r129sl on Monday 3rd August 15:42
Leather needs total renovation?
Personally have only ever seen one that didn't have some degree of rear screen delamination...because the rear screen had been replaced. I think they cost about £500?
It's cheap but needs to be seen.
r129sl said:
I am finding myself obsessed with this green coupé: http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/1994-MERCEDES-BENZ-E-CLA...
This is what I can see that puts me off.
- old phone aerial in the rear screen
- Diavia air con system
- cracked piping on centre armrest
- model designation in wrong place
- crack in black plastic boot handle (do this and the previous item indicate a bad paint job?)
- er, er, that's it...
But cast your steely glaze over it V12 AMG and tell me what I am missing. And I like the colours, OK?
I'm not surprised you like the colours - they're brill! Green and tan really works - I'm biased because I have it on my 190.This is what I can see that puts me off.
- old phone aerial in the rear screen
- Diavia air con system
- cracked piping on centre armrest
- model designation in wrong place
- crack in black plastic boot handle (do this and the previous item indicate a bad paint job?)
- er, er, that's it...
But cast your steely glaze over it V12 AMG and tell me what I am missing. And I like the colours, OK?
In addition to what you've noted:
Looks like the electric aerial may not retract.
Bumper scuffs.
Driver's door sacco looks slightly 'off' (although I note that they can often look like that but are actually fine).
The way the seatbelts hang makes me suspect the butlers don't work.
So, really all just the usual stuff you'd expect to see on a car that age.
As you know, you'd need to budget for the aircon not working as they hardly ever do without money being spent and the vendor would probably mention it if it works well.
I find the lack of glovebox on the airbag-equipped 124s a bit of a nuisance because there's only so much other space for the detritus that seems to accumulate.
Does £4.5 seems slightly rich? Regardless, there's lots to like there.
I've checked other cars since posting, and that seems to be the going rate.
On the basis that every car you ever buy (ever), seems to need 2 grands worth of work as a starter, our barge habit verges dangerously close to spending 'normal' amounts of money on cars.
Nevertheless, we still get the interesting ones, so I think overall we win.
Maybe. Just don't ask my wife for her opinion.
On the basis that every car you ever buy (ever), seems to need 2 grands worth of work as a starter, our barge habit verges dangerously close to spending 'normal' amounts of money on cars.
Nevertheless, we still get the interesting ones, so I think overall we win.
Maybe. Just don't ask my wife for her opinion.
Do I dare ask the wife? When I still have a mortgage, why would I spend money on a fourth car? Just what is lacking about my r129, s124 and w201?
Anyway, here's a low miles Jap import E430 saloon within thread budget that doesn't look like it needs too much tinkering to be very right indeed. I bet these are superb cars.
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/171873265230?_trksid=p20...
Anyway, here's a low miles Jap import E430 saloon within thread budget that doesn't look like it needs too much tinkering to be very right indeed. I bet these are superb cars.
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/171873265230?_trksid=p20...
CharlesdeGaulle said:
I've checked other cars since posting, and that seems to be the going rate.
On the basis that every car you ever buy (ever), seems to need 2 grands worth of work as a starter, our barge habit verges dangerously close to spending 'normal' amounts of money on cars.
Nevertheless, we still get the interesting ones, so I think overall we win.
Maybe. Just don't ask my wife for her opinion.
There's no depreciation though CDG... (etc). On the basis that every car you ever buy (ever), seems to need 2 grands worth of work as a starter, our barge habit verges dangerously close to spending 'normal' amounts of money on cars.
Nevertheless, we still get the interesting ones, so I think overall we win.
Maybe. Just don't ask my wife for her opinion.
Rather above budget (though no price is quoted)... this must be the ultimate W124. I am almost crying with desire (and I don't even like the coupes that much normally).
http://www.carandclassic.co.uk/car/C644202
When I become 'rich' how much will I have to pay for this? Fantastically 1980s (AMG must have got hold of some early W124s as this is 1988).
(I looked for 1-5k barges but got distracted this evening!)
Winter pocket rocket barge. Seems like a lot of car for the money.
http://www2.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/201...
http://www2.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/201...
Must be a scam ad, surely http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/2015...
The bottom of the doors do look like a slightly different shade to the rest of the car though! 111k miles, £2,595 of modern looking V8 Jag (according to the ad)
The bottom of the doors do look like a slightly different shade to the rest of the car though! 111k miles, £2,595 of modern looking V8 Jag (according to the ad)
95k miles 540, looks to be in great condition. The seller claims he will keep it if it's not sold by the end of July but the ad's still up.
http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/2015...
Perhaps time for an offer on the £2.5k asking price? Perhaps a nice car, but the market for old, thirsty, non-classic 4 door cars is very limited indeed.
http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/2015...
Perhaps time for an offer on the £2.5k asking price? Perhaps a nice car, but the market for old, thirsty, non-classic 4 door cars is very limited indeed.
0a said:
95k miles 540, looks to be in great condition. The seller claims he will keep it if it's not sold by the end of July but the ad's still up.
http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/2015...
Perhaps time for an offer on the £2.5k asking price? Perhaps a nice car, but the market for old, thirsty, non-classic 4 door cars is very limited indeed.
I've been lusting over that for a week or so. A similar one on an 'S' plate went for £1450 about a month ago, so this is still a grand over priced I reckon.http://www.autotrader.co.uk/classified/advert/2015...
Perhaps time for an offer on the £2.5k asking price? Perhaps a nice car, but the market for old, thirsty, non-classic 4 door cars is very limited indeed.
Still tempted mind.
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