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New to me today - 1987 Mercedes 560 SL
Good evening all,
I just purchased this car tonight. The previous owner had it for 5 years and only put 100 miles on it. He purchased it from a deacon from his church. The car has 156,000 mikes and is clean inside and out. I will need to take care of a few minor things and will look to you all for guidance. Thanks Ron
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Does it have a diesel engine?
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No gas
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No gas for us
You'll be wanting to switch forums. You posted to Diesel Discussion. If it ain't diesel, it ain't discussed here
![]() Navigate back to the "Technical Information and Support" menu and you will see an SL forum. Happy motoring with your new car.
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Ron, your car is absolutely beautiful. I love that model SL and color.
You look like one happy guy. ![]() Charlie
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Congratulations on your purchase! ![]()
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Thanks guys...
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Sent from my Galaxy Note 3
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There is an SL forum here on Peachparts, but it is not too active. The most active one is on Benzworld.
R/C107 SL/SLC Class - Mercedes-Benz Forum Hope to see you there.
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Okay thanks I look it up. I did drive it today and had a ball. I took it thru the car wash and noticed the rear window on the have d top leaks. Is it possible to reseal it?
Also the blower motor is noisy. I guess it's time for a replacement. The spark plugs could also be changed. The drivers seat will be getting a noodle job in the very near future. Otherwise it is a great car. I am very pleased.
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Read this before you tackle the job - Heater Blower Unit Rebuild Tutorial - Mercedes-Benz Forum
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I'd be grinning from ear to ear to Ron. Nice score!
Just curious, did it come with maintenance/repair records?
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I have been, I'm excited like a teenager again. We all know my teenage days are far behind me. Been riding all day.
I will review the thread on the blower motor rebuild too. Thanks all Ron
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The leak is where ? Beautiful 560SL.. you must have spent $60 in high test today. ![]() Austin
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OE spark plugs were non resistor. Hard to find original Bosch non resistor now. I and many others use NGK BP 5 ES. Congrats on the purchase. Looks good.
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