1974 Mercedes-Benz W107 450 SLC review from Australia and New Zealand
"A lovely car once they are all in order!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The motor on this car had not been looked after that well by the previous owner. A costly repair was necessary.
The timing chain needed replacing as well as the timing chain guides and tensioner.
The front crankshaft seal also needed replacing.
Camshaft feeder pipes were replaced.
Adjusted tappets to spec. These had never been adjusted and adjuster threads were seized.
Replaced vacuum advance.
Replaced water pump assembly.
Air pressure sensor replaced.
I'm currently replacing door and window rubbers as these have perished with age.
I also replaced the carpet with factory original material and had the front seats re-cushioned.
General comments?
Once it was fixed it ran like a dream. These are lovely cars made for cruising, preferably at high speed!
It still has a few niggles which are expected from a 30 year old car.
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| Pure pleasure to drive |
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| Benz Forever! |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1974 |
| First year of ownership | 2003 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 4.5 petrol Automatic |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 2 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 162000 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 172000 kilometres |
| Previous car | Holden Commodore |
| Date of Entry | 30th September, 2003 |