560 SL Hatch Seal Wear
Hi;I have a 1986 560SL. When lowering/raising the convertible top severe pressure is put on the rubber seal that lines the hatch cover. Eventually the seal starts to tear apart from the wear. I...
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New member and new-to-me '89 560SL
Hello to all!These SL's have been turning my head for 30 years. After careful consideration, inspection and all other advice from this site (thank you!) and others, I bought "the best one I could...
View Article1978 450sl engine cooling problems
Recently-one week ago-bought a 1978 450sl from daughter of original owner. 59300 miles. read more
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Center Hub Replacement
I have aftermarket wheels on my 1988 560 SL and need a replacement center hub for one of the wheels. Bought the wheels from Ecklers 10 yrs ago and they are no longer made.Does anyone have an extra gold...
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Trunk Corner Rust Repair
Does anyone have a good POC for hard to get repair panels/parts? My 380 right trunk corner is rusted out. I cut out the offending metal and cleaned up and treated the surrounding metal, but the corner...
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1978 450sl high idle at start up
When we first start the 450sl, it idles at 1800 RPM and after about 4 to 5 minutes, calms down to 1000 RPM. When driving, idle is 700 RPM while in gear and stopped. I'm not sure how to look up old...
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Water In Car
I own a 1973 grey market 350SL. I've noticed water accumulating in the foot area on both the driver and passenger side. I'm fairly certain it's being caused by the air conditioner. When I make a...
View Article560SL Alarm
My '88 560SL just started having an alarm problem. The way I read it the alarm is armed when you lock the door, disarmed when the door is unlocked with the key. The car was just sitting in the...
View ArticleFloor Mats
Where is the best place to buy floor mats for a 107, specifically a 1987 560SL?
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parting out a 1975 450sl
parting out a rust free 450 sl, most interior is gone, but still have blue door panels and arm rests. rust free fenders, trunk, hood and hard top and doors. Some parts can be shipped. located in So...
View ArticleSmall power steering fluid leak
I have a 1988 560SL that has a small power steering fluid leak. My mechanic says this is okay, but wanted to get other folks' thoughts.
View Article450 SL Owners in the SF East Bay, I need a Friend
Are there any 450 SL owners in the San Francisco East Bay that I can chat with or look at their cars to get info on what's missing on mine. If I can get a visual on some of the items that I think are...
View ArticleSeat Back
Driver's side seat back will not stay in set position. Adjusting knob on side of seat seems loose. Is there supposed to be some kind of thrust washer in the mechanism? Knob can be pilled out/pushed...
View ArticleClimate Control Vacuum Solenoid Valve Block Connections
After replacing the actuator pods, incandescent bulbs with LED's, repairing the cracked upper heater box, and reinstalling the dash..... Using the service manual vacuum schematics and losing a fair bit...
View ArticleEngine Vacuum Related Issues
In the course of "fixin" issues with my car (Climate Control, Idle, Cold Start, Hot Start, General Performance): Engine Vacuum (measured off the manifold) should ideally be between 17 and 22 inches. I...
View ArticleHot Start Issue in presence of Smooth Idle and Good Performance
I've had a recurring Hot Start problem, after replacing fuel filter, fuel pump check valves, and accumulator (confirmed good fuel pressure to FI system).I can start the car after it's warmed up, by...
View ArticlePower Window Problem on 1988 560SL
Power windows were working fine; parked the car and drove it into our garage, but when I pushed the switch to put the windows up, neither moved. I've checked the fuses and they appear OK. Could it be...
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Newbie 1987 Red 560SL Owner and Forum Member
Hi Folks,Just bought a 1987 560SL with over 100K miles, delivered it to a mechanic for timing chain, tensioner and timing rails replacement as well as a changing of all fluids, spark plugs, distributor...
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