Faults:

Sunroof required new cable.

Cylinder heads restored as were corroded.

4 X new brake calipers and brake lines.

New fuel pump.

New timing chain and guides.

Rear axle and suspension rebuilt.

Fuel injectors and fuel lines replaced.

New Michelin tyres, steel wheels restored.

General Comments:

It is an extremely well built car. A high point even for Mercedes.

The V8 shares the same engine as the coupé and cabriolet and is equally expensive to maintain.

The trick with one of these is to buy the best you can. Ideally a corrosion free chassis. Usually they then need considerable mechanical work because of deferred maintenance. If you are prepared for that you'll end up with a car that will outlive you!!

They're extremely comfortable and roomy inside. You can get hold of most parts. Some expensive.

They're better built than a Rolls Royce. Easier to look after as well. Luckily there is plenty of choice to choose a good one. If you're going to run a V8 and are not mechanically minded you need a good shop to keep the engine in fine fettle. The straight six is easier to look after.