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What is this discussion about? Mercedes-Benz 300-Class, Engine, Fuel System, Diesel, Coupe, Sedan

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#46 of 2231 by Mr_Shiftright HOST May 23, 2002 (8:42 am)
Much overated car in my estimation, but they did run a long time, even if every interior and exterior trim piece fell off them, along with their exhaust systems. They are no Benz in build quality, that's for sure. Sort of a Swedish Chevrolet.
#47 of 2231 by jrosasmc May 23, 2002 (8:58 am)
That's very true; 240s are an overrated car. That's why my father avoided Volvos for a very long time before buying one (an 850). Another comment; old Chevy Caprices are like Volvo 240s. They run a long time, but just about every part of the body falls off.
#48 of 2231 by Mr_Shiftright HOST May 23, 2002 (12:26 pm)
It's the Benz build quality that really sets the car apart from most. No matter what your intention and skill and budget, it is very difficult to build on a crumbling platform
#49 of 2231 Oh, come on! by lancerfixer May 23, 2002 (1:31 pm)
#45 of 48 by jrosasmc May 23, 2002 (07:34 am)   Don't forget the Volvo 240s, too. Those cars can run forever, and they were pretty reliable.   #47 of 48 by jrosasmc May 23, 2002 (09:58 am)    That's very true; 240s are an overrated car. That's why my father avoided Volvos for a very long time before buying one (an 850). Another comment; old Chevy Caprices are like Volvo 240s. They run a long time, but just about every part of the body falls off.   Jeez, kid, form your own opinion and stick with it.
#50 of 2231 ...in my opinion... by autojunkyjosh May 24, 2002 (12:41 am)
Being German I am biased to a MBZ, but I am currently driving an 88 245DL Wagon and have been pretty satisfied. I don't rate it against my Benz because its not in the same class. 1) 1981 MBZ 300D $27,000.<>1988 Volvo 245DL Wagon $17,999. SURVEY SAYS! But both very good cars.
#51 of 2231 by Mr_Shiftright HOST May 24, 2002 (6:02 am)
Yes, that's a fair statement. Not in the same class. Both are good in their respective classes.   I just did an appraisal on a 300SD that rear end a Toyota Solara. Mercedes is running still, Toyota is a total loss. Nobody hurt, that's good!
#52 of 2231 Response by anibalb May 24, 2002 (8:20 am)
Hello,   Mr. Shiftright, thanks for the response. I bought the car. I have the service records that include a major tune up incl. valve adj. 3 months ago. Last year all the shocks and struts were replaced and it got new brakes. I have all the receipts. I have the records that go back to 1994. So the car is indeed in "great" shape. I will replace tires. I am really impressed with the car. Also after all the bad things I hear of the A/C systems I just presumed that it would not work. To my surprise the climate control works just fine and the interior is still a B+.   So, now I just have to learn about this car a little more since I intend to do the maintenace, most of it at least. What do you recommend? Are there service manuals for these things. I think I read somewhere that they exist and are pretty complete.   Any tips for maintenace are appreciated. Where is best place to get parts??? Thanks so much. Glad to join the club!   Oh. There is a lever in the left side of driver's seat. What is it for? I think it would adjust the height of the seat but nothing happens when I pull it. Ideas?
#53 of 2231 by Mr_Shiftright HOST May 24, 2002 (10:50 am)
Yes, that lever adjusts the "rake" of the bottom seat cushion. I never use it.   Diesels needs more frequent maintenance than gas cars. Some things I do religiously area:   Oil and filter every 3,000 miles Flush coolant once a year Flush brake fluid once a year Always use additives in the fuel, both cleaner and cetane booster Change fuel filters (there are two) often (see manual). Adjust valves as per factory recommendations (I think it's every 15K)   It would be a good idea to get the factory manuals. There are 3 I believe. One for engine, one for maintenance and one for chassis. I have the whole set.
#54 of 2231 anibald by paul29 May 24, 2002 (2:21 pm)
Just for interest sake does the tac work? I was on the third tac sender before I found a good rebuilder. Tac sender is the black screw on device in the front left corner of engine bay.
#55 of 2231 Tac by anibalb May 24, 2002 (10:29 pm)
Paul,   That is an interesting question. I just realized that it only works sometimes. That will annoy me. So what is the secret to making it work?   Also the speedometer vibrates when starting to about 20mph I guess. Is that the tires or is it just normal?   Thanks

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