Took the plunge and bought a 1965 Mercedes 220SEB Coup

Took the plunge and bought a 1965 Mercedes 220SEB Coup

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Bagpuss2012

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Saturday 1st August 2015
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So I finally took the plunge with this 1965 220SEB. Started life in Australia and came to UK in 90s.Not stopped buffing and polishing since it arrived !

Bagpuss2012

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Sunday 2nd August 2015
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Hi. A few more pics. Had her for a 4 whole days now and she has done more miles in 4 days than in the last 3 years. Generally no problems other than the wing mirror falling off (Stuck on with Supper Glue ! ). Turns out its the wrong wing mirror anyway, so Im chasing a replacement.


Bagpuss2012

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Sunday 2nd August 2015
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Bagpuss2012

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Bagpuss2012

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Sunday 2nd August 2015
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Bagpuss2012

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Bagpuss2012

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Thursday 3rd September 2015
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Great to see one so beautifully finished. Are you able to advise with regards to where you sourced some other parts. At the moment Im after weather strips / rubber seals for both doors and rear windows. Iv managed to get everything else but these see difficult as Im not wanting to pay £1k for a strip of rubber !

Also - Who refurbished your wood work for you, Thats next on the list. Thanks

Bagpuss2012

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Thursday 3rd September 2015
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Really, So is it possible to fit 'Generic' seals ?

Bagpuss2012

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Thursday 3rd September 2015
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Thanks Harry. I'm going to give it a try, great help cheers.

Bagpuss2012

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Friday 4th September 2015
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Wow, your skilled professional background is evident in your work here. What a great job.
My seals are shot and beyond refurbishment. I was out the other day and the heavens opened, water was pouring in on both doors. I have contacted John Haynes info@johnhaynesmercedes.co.uk Merc Indi specialist to see what they recommend...... Will let you know.
Best wishes