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#388 of 437 Re: Looking to sell my 1986 380SL [texases] by Mr_Shiftright HOST Dec 04, 2008 (8:00 am)
Replying to: texases (Dec 04, 2008 6:55 am) Good point. These V8 SLs are really hard to unload unless they are either a) pristine or b) ridiculously cheap. The ones in the middle need a favorable economic climate, good weather, realistic pricing, and reasonable gas prices or they aren't going anywhere but back in your garage.
#389 of 437 Re: fuel pressure [stanleysteamer] by ribrk Jan 28, 2009 (6:41 am)
Replying to: stanleysteamer (Sep 24, 2008 7:32 am) Hi. I have an identical fuel pressure issue with an 81 380 SL. I was just wondering if you ever solved your problem. Replies to this message: stanleysteamer (Jan 28, 2009 7:12 am)
#390 of 437 Re: fuel pressure [ribrk] by stanleysteamer Jan 28, 2009 (7:12 am)
Replying to: ribrk (Jan 28, 2009 6:41 am) In my case, the problem seems to have corrected itself. I have not driven the car very far, waiting for spring. I have started it a number of times with no problems. I can only assume that there may have been some air in the fuel system. I did remove the gasket from the gas cap. This took care of the pressure build up in the gas tank. I don't know if this is the correct thing to do or not, but starts and runs ok, No slow starting and no rough idle. Will know more when I get it out next spring.
#392 of 437 1981 380 SL by stanleysteamer Apr 02, 2009 (5:35 am)
Just started driving my 1981 380 SL that I purchased last year. It seems that the shift points are harsh and at fairly hight RMM, is this normal. Aso I have an indicator light on the dash that looks like it might be for brakes. Can't locate any problems with either the parking or service brakes. Anyone know where to look? Replies to this message: Mr_Shiftright (Apr 02, 2009 6:33 am) bgruber (Apr 02, 2009 12:47 pm)
#393 of 437 Re: 1981 380 SL [stanleysteamer] by Mr_Shiftright HOST Apr 02, 2009 (6:33 am)
Replying to: stanleysteamer (Apr 02, 2009 5:35 am) The transmissions in these early Mercedes do tend to be harsh, yes. If you are comparing to a modern American or Japanese car, they are nothing like them. What do you mean by "high" RPM?   The dash light could be low brake fluid or just a stuck float indicator or bad level switch in the brake fluid reservoir. (I forget which you have) Check the fluid level, and unscrew the cap.   You should really have an owner's manual for this car as well.
#394 of 437 Re: 1981 380 SL [stanleysteamer] by bgruber Apr 02, 2009 (12:47 pm)
Replying to: stanleysteamer (Apr 02, 2009 5:35 am) The garage I take mind too took the wire off the brake sensor. I think it was about 18 years ago. The light went out. I wouldn't rush into doing anything other than having the transmission fuild changed with the shifting. I have a 73 since 82. It left me sitting on Sunday and I haven't heard from the garage yet.
#396 of 437 Mercedes benz 450 Sl convertible by shorty21 Jun 03, 2009 (4:00 pm)
Does anyone have an idea of what a 1972 Mercedes Benz 450 SL convertible with 57000 miles and in good condition might be worth today?? Have been unable to find this information out. Replies to this message: Mr_Shiftright (Jun 03, 2009 4:05 pm) fintail (Jun 03, 2009 8:11 pm) Mr_Shiftright (Jun 03, 2009 8:34 pm) fintail (Jun 04, 2009 6:28 am) and 2 more...
#397 of 437 Re: Mercedes benz 450 Sl convertible [shorty21] by Mr_Shiftright HOST Jun 03, 2009 (4:05 pm)
Replying to: shorty21 (Jun 03, 2009 4:00 pm) Depends very strongly upon the overall condition of the car. We'd have to know:   1. how's the paint---mint, very good, pretty okay, obviously has needs   2. what's not working? AC? ,etc   3. How's the seats, console, dashboard?   4. Hows the convertible top? (that's $1500 bucks right there)   Depending on your answers the price could be $4000 or $15000.   Really nice ones go in the $10,000--$15000 range. If yours is pristine and the mileage is provable and the color is good (hopefully not brown), you could even break that ceiling by a bit.

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