Lovely Cars: Interesting, Classic, Retro, Barge 5-10k
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If this has had an 18k restoration it's an absolute snip.
https://www.carandclassic.co.uk/car/C982305
https://www.carandclassic.co.uk/car/C982305
Zonergem said:
If this has had an 18k restoration it's an absolute snip.
https://www.carandclassic.co.uk/car/C982305
That is way too cheap, isn't it? https://www.carandclassic.co.uk/car/C982305
CharlesdeGaulle said:
I've always liked these and, as always, suspect I missed the cross-over point where I was looking and when they were unloved and (almost) worthless.
This seems very reasonable to me, and is comparatively cheap.
https://www.carandclassic.co.uk/car/C981882
The Alpine was my favourite car when a spotty teenager (aged 14 in 1967)This seems very reasonable to me, and is comparatively cheap.
https://www.carandclassic.co.uk/car/C981882
Never bought one but enfed up with an MG Midget (after 2 years looking for a Frogeye).
!973 ish I was walking past the bomb site car sales near Charles Trevelyan College in Newcastle (lunchtime car watch) and saw a white Tiger 260. Went in for a look, was offered it for IIRC about £250..... decided against it. (I've always been stupid).
Used to know Tony Eckford quite well (same Motor Club) he used to rally the Tiger to great effect.
Happy days.
Sadly the Alpines tended to dissolve pretty rapidly
CharlesdeGaulle said:
Zonergem said:
If this has had an 18k restoration it's an absolute snip.
https://www.carandclassic.co.uk/car/C982305
That is way too cheap, isn't it? https://www.carandclassic.co.uk/car/C982305
Compared to others for sale yes, but maybe the bubble is starting to burst, or there are undisclosed problems. Was considering the R129 as Alex knows but that ticks many boxes including nice colour. Hhmm, can I get to Northampton after work tomorrow?
Skyedriver said:
CharlesdeGaulle said:
Zonergem said:
If this has had an 18k restoration it's an absolute snip.
https://www.carandclassic.co.uk/car/C982305
That is way too cheap, isn't it? https://www.carandclassic.co.uk/car/C982305
Compared to others for sale yes, but maybe the bubble is starting to burst, or there are undisclosed problems. Was considering the R129 as Alex knows but that ticks many boxes including nice colour. Hhmm, can I get to Northampton after work tomorrow?
CharlesdeGaulle said:
Skyedriver said:
CharlesdeGaulle said:
Zonergem said:
If this has had an 18k restoration it's an absolute snip.
https://www.carandclassic.co.uk/car/C982305
That is way too cheap, isn't it? https://www.carandclassic.co.uk/car/C982305
Compared to others for sale yes, but maybe the bubble is starting to burst, or there are undisclosed problems. Was considering the R129 as Alex knows but that ticks many boxes including nice colour. Hhmm, can I get to Northampton after work tomorrow?
Hardly surprising he was overwhelmed with responses.
I got in touch via the MB Club and wanted to go give it the once over at Anglia's yard but just couldn't make it work with the travelling.
Had had a substantial restoration at Erik Gorter but he needs a new kitchen and so it's on a kind of fire sale.
I can't speak to the quality of the work but if I hadn't been busy buying R129s then I'd have made more effort with it.
Had had a substantial restoration at Erik Gorter but he needs a new kitchen and so it's on a kind of fire sale.
I can't speak to the quality of the work but if I hadn't been busy buying R129s then I'd have made more effort with it.
Notwithstanding your budget, the 1-5 thread is the font of all knowledge on these, and there are other threads running too in the Mercedes (or Classic, can't remember) section. At your budget, you should be able to get a really good car. Might be worth PM-ing Zonergem; he currently has 3 and is both an expert and looking to offload!
I had the 5.0 and loved it and would recommend one, but I do think the 320 is a worthy alternative. The SL is a cruiser rather than a sports car, so you don't drive everywhere full-on, so performance is probably moot most of the time. That said, the 8 cyl engine makes a fantastic noise and, all things being equal, I'd hold-out for one.
The key is to buy on condition though, not necessarily engine. You need to decide whether you want pre or post facelift. I prefer the early cars but there isn't much of significance between them bar aesthetics. Look for full service history and no rust. A pano roof is nice to have (later cars). Above all, check that the roof works, then check again. Trim, panels and roof repairs are pricey, and make sure that repairs really are within your capabilities before taking on any sort of a project. They are terrific cars though, and holding values very well - there is a school of thought that they're already appreciating, although you can still pick them up around the 5-ish mark. I would strongly recommend one.
I had the 5.0 and loved it and would recommend one, but I do think the 320 is a worthy alternative. The SL is a cruiser rather than a sports car, so you don't drive everywhere full-on, so performance is probably moot most of the time. That said, the 8 cyl engine makes a fantastic noise and, all things being equal, I'd hold-out for one.
The key is to buy on condition though, not necessarily engine. You need to decide whether you want pre or post facelift. I prefer the early cars but there isn't much of significance between them bar aesthetics. Look for full service history and no rust. A pano roof is nice to have (later cars). Above all, check that the roof works, then check again. Trim, panels and roof repairs are pricey, and make sure that repairs really are within your capabilities before taking on any sort of a project. They are terrific cars though, and holding values very well - there is a school of thought that they're already appreciating, although you can still pick them up around the 5-ish mark. I would strongly recommend one.
CharlesdeGaulle said:
Skyedriver said:
CharlesdeGaulle said:
Zonergem said:
If this has had an 18k restoration it's an absolute snip.
https://www.carandclassic.co.uk/car/C982305
That is way too cheap, isn't it? https://www.carandclassic.co.uk/car/C982305
Compared to others for sale yes, but maybe the bubble is starting to burst, or there are undisclosed problems. Was considering the R129 as Alex knows but that ticks many boxes including nice colour. Hhmm, can I get to Northampton after work tomorrow?
CharlesdeGaulle said:
Skyedriver said:
CharlesdeGaulle said:
Zonergem said:
If this has had an 18k restoration it's an absolute snip.
https://www.carandclassic.co.uk/car/C982305
That is way too cheap, isn't it? https://www.carandclassic.co.uk/car/C982305
Compared to others for sale yes, but maybe the bubble is starting to burst, or there are undisclosed problems. Was considering the R129 as Alex knows but that ticks many boxes including nice colour. Hhmm, can I get to Northampton after work tomorrow?
CharlesdeGaulle said:
I had the 5.0 and loved it and would recommend one, but I do think the 320 is a worthy alternative. The SL is a cruiser rather than a sports car, so you don't drive everywhere full-on, so performance is probably moot most of the time. That said, the 8 cyl engine makes a fantastic noise and, all things being equal, I'd hold-out for one.
I have CDG's 5.0 and I love it. Must go and wake it up from the winter slumber! I think the v8 helps make the car. They are also rather heavy so the extra power is welcome. CharlesdeGaulle said:
Notwithstanding your budget, the 1-5 thread is the font of all knowledge on these, and there are other threads running too in the Mercedes (or Classic, can't remember) section. At your budget, you should be able to get a really good car. Might be worth PM-ing Zonergem; he currently has 3 and is both an expert and looking to offload!
I had the 5.0 and loved it and would recommend one, but I do think the 320 is a worthy alternative. The SL is a cruiser rather than a sports car, so you don't drive everywhere full-on, so performance is probably moot most of the time. That said, the 8 cyl engine makes a fantastic noise and, all things being equal, I'd hold-out for one.
The key is to buy on condition though, not necessarily engine. You need to decide whether you want pre or post facelift. I prefer the early cars but there isn't much of significance between them bar aesthetics. Look for full service history and no rust. A pano roof is nice to have (later cars). Above all, check that the roof works, then check again. Trim, panels and roof repairs are pricey, and make sure that repairs really are within your capabilities before taking on any sort of a project. They are terrific cars though, and holding values very well - there is a school of thought that they're already appreciating, although you can still pick them up around the 5-ish mark. I would strongly recommend one.
I might try my luck over on 0-5... despite being 2.5 over the top... I had the 5.0 and loved it and would recommend one, but I do think the 320 is a worthy alternative. The SL is a cruiser rather than a sports car, so you don't drive everywhere full-on, so performance is probably moot most of the time. That said, the 8 cyl engine makes a fantastic noise and, all things being equal, I'd hold-out for one.
The key is to buy on condition though, not necessarily engine. You need to decide whether you want pre or post facelift. I prefer the early cars but there isn't much of significance between them bar aesthetics. Look for full service history and no rust. A pano roof is nice to have (later cars). Above all, check that the roof works, then check again. Trim, panels and roof repairs are pricey, and make sure that repairs really are within your capabilities before taking on any sort of a project. They are terrific cars though, and holding values very well - there is a school of thought that they're already appreciating, although you can still pick them up around the 5-ish mark. I would strongly recommend one.
And when I say fettle... I mean clean, service, maybe replace a few simple bits, I don't want too much of a project. But yes, I definitely want a cruiser more than a zoomer.
0a said:
CharlesdeGaulle said:
I had the 5.0 and loved it and would recommend one, but I do think the 320 is a worthy alternative. The SL is a cruiser rather than a sports car, so you don't drive everywhere full-on, so performance is probably moot most of the time. That said, the 8 cyl engine makes a fantastic noise and, all things being equal, I'd hold-out for one.
I have CDG's 5.0 and I love it. Must go and wake it up from the winter slumber! I think the v8 helps make the car. They are also rather heavy so the extra power is welcome. How about some Japanese retro muscle?
https://www.carandclassic.co.uk/car/C984643
Pity it's LHD, but it's cheap.
https://www.carandclassic.co.uk/car/C984643
Pity it's LHD, but it's cheap.
Sterillium said:
0a said:
CharlesdeGaulle said:
I had the 5.0 and loved it and would recommend one, but I do think the 320 is a worthy alternative. The SL is a cruiser rather than a sports car, so you don't drive everywhere full-on, so performance is probably moot most of the time. That said, the 8 cyl engine makes a fantastic noise and, all things being equal, I'd hold-out for one.
I have CDG's 5.0 and I love it. Must go and wake it up from the winter slumber! I think the v8 helps make the car. They are also rather heavy so the extra power is welcome. CharlesdeGaulle said:
How about some Japanese retro muscle?
https://www.carandclassic.co.uk/car/C984643
Pity it's LHD, but it's cheap.
If the 240Z didn't exist then I think I'd like the 280ZX rather more, but since it does I'd always know that i'd settled.https://www.carandclassic.co.uk/car/C984643
Pity it's LHD, but it's cheap.
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