1974 Mercedes-Benz W116 280 SE from Australia and New Zealand - Comments

28th Jul 2003, 06:10

"Every time I see my car I smile!"

What things have gone wrong with the car?

Electric fuel pump sometimes refuses to pump.

Clock in dash keeps it's own time.

Some of the fuel injection sensors got a bit flaky and needed to be repaired.

One of the suspension ball joints wore out.

It goes through a bit of oil...

General comments?

Fantastic car. The ride is sublime, especially considering the age and distance it has traveled.

Car is disturbingly agile for its size. Great fun to throw around corners!

I used to hate automatic transmissions until I drove this car. Very smooth changes and responsive manual shifting.

It is the perfect car for long road trips with friends.


17th Sep 2005, 23:15

Well, I just bought my first car.

A 1974 Mercedes-Benz W116 280 SE.

Like you said, it sits amazingly well to the road.

She's a real treat to drive compared to the little colt I've been driving prior.

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