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#425 of 437 Top by bgruber Jul 22, 2009 (2:43 pm)
There is a lever under the larger lever behind the driver seat on the side of the back storage space that needs to be pulled one way or the other. This is under the lever that releases the back of the top. First you release the large lever with the knob and next the smaller one. At least this is how it works on a '73.
#426 of 437 450 SL 1979 by modelaje Jul 24, 2009 (9:40 am)
Hi Guys>   Anyone knows where is the fuse box?   Thanks for the info.   Replies to this message: fintail (Jul 24, 2009 10:45 am) modelaje (Jul 24, 2009 5:20 pm) fintail (Jul 24, 2009 5:32 pm)
#427 of 437 Re: 450 SL 1979 [modelaje] by fintail Jul 24, 2009 (10:45 am)
Replying to: modelaje (Jul 24, 2009 9:40 am) I just looked this up...it appears to be under the A-pillar on the passenger side.   I found this image online Replies to this message: modelaje (Jul 24, 2009 5:20 pm) fintail (Jul 24, 2009 5:32 pm)
#428 of 437 Re: 450 SL 1979 [fintail] by modelaje Jul 24, 2009 (5:20 pm)
Replying to: fintail (Jul 24, 2009 10:45 am) Thank you very much.   It was where you said it was.   Many thanks for your help. Replies to this message: fintail (Jul 24, 2009 5:32 pm)
#429 of 437 Re: 450 SL 1979 [modelaje] by fintail Jul 24, 2009 (5:32 pm)
Replying to: modelaje (Jul 24, 2009 5:20 pm) My pleasure
#430 of 437 80Roadster 450SL by 80roadster Aug 22, 2009 (1:37 pm)
I'm looking at a 1980 Mercedes 450SL Roadster V8, body in perfect shape, softtop less than 2 years old, miles 145,000. Mechanically it seems good,. Transmission has been rebuilt and no obvious fuel leaks. Seats could stand to be reupholstered. Asking price is $7500 Does this sound like a fair price? Thanks Replies to this message: Mr_Shiftright (Aug 22, 2009 3:14 pm) burdawg (Aug 23, 2009 3:16 pm) bgruber (Aug 23, 2009 6:08 pm)
#431 of 437 Re: 80Roadster 450SL [80roadster] by Mr_Shiftright HOST Aug 22, 2009 (3:14 pm)
Replying to: 80roadster (Aug 22, 2009 1:37 pm) seems a bit high since new seats are going to cost a bundle. I'd deduct seat cost from the asking price and then you should be fine. As is, maybe $5500.
#432 of 437 Re: 80Roadster 450SL [80roadster] by burdawg Aug 23, 2009 (3:16 pm)
Replying to: 80roadster (Aug 22, 2009 1:37 pm) On a 29 year old Mercedes, figure the seat pads and possibly the spring frames will need replacing also. Check it over real good for rust. Make sure the climate control works acceptably. I'm not sure if the 4.5L had double row timing chain in 1980 or not, but if it doesn't see if it was ever replaced or if it was changed over to a double row. I agree with Shifty on the offer price. Don't expect it to be a reliable daily driver.
#433 of 437 Re: 80Roadster 450SL [80roadster] by bgruber Aug 23, 2009 (6:08 pm)
Replying to: 80roadster (Aug 22, 2009 1:37 pm) It doesn't sound way out of line, I'd off $6,500. Has much been put into it lately?
#434 of 437 Re: Glass covered headlights on a 380SL [stanleysteamer] by hscolnss1 Aug 25, 2009 (11:07 am)
Replying to: stanleysteamer (Nov 09, 2008 3:54 pm) Sir, can you tell me where you found your reproduction manual for your 81 380SL? I have a 82 380SL at least thats what a independent dealer told it was although it has a 560SL badge on it. ( yes it's a gray market car) A lot of the manuals I've seen have been for the sedans. However some of the part that I have replaced seem to be interchangable with the US 380SL models. I have the euro headlights and purchased new blubs and would like to know what needs to be removed to install them. I enjoy my MB alot and it looks very nice. ( thats because of the european style) Replies to this message: freshairfiend (Aug 25, 2009 12:37 pm)

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