S-Class W116 Buying MB w116 450SEL, maybe 6.9?
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The Mercedes-Benz W116 is a series of flagship luxury sedans produced from September 1972 until 1980. The W116 automobiles were the first Mercedes-Benz models to be officially called S-Class, although some earlier sedan models had already been designated unofficially with the letter S for "special class" (German: "Sonderklasse"). The W116 was selected as European Car of the Year in 1974.
modena_360stradale
Autobahn Adventurer
The old Mercedes steering wheels were always great
You could always pretend you were driving an old racer -- like the Targa Florio:
modena_360stradale
Autobahn Adventurer
I decided to buy it. The seller has agreed to 7.000€...
You're a very lucky guy, raoul!
Pekka
Quattro Commander
Congrats to your brand new used car!
Two (probably) interesting links - they're in German but you can translate them via Babelfish:
W116 FAQ
Reparatur Hinterachsmittelstueck
Content of the second link (I think you understand German?):
"Deshalb kurz eine Beschreibung der bekanntesten Rumoristen:
- Radlager: mahlendes, rumpelndes Geräusch, das bei Kurvenfahrt leise wird. Dazu kommt ein schwammiges Fahrwerk, gerne auch Schleifgeräusche, wenn beispielsweise die Bremsscheibe das Abschirmblech berührt.
- Antriebswellen: bei langsamer Fahrt und Kurvenfahrt knackt und rumpelt es rhythmisch, bei höheren Geschwindigkeiten zentriert sich die Welle und das Geräusch kann verschwinden.
- Kardanwelle: Defektes Kardanwellemittellager, falsch und deshalb unwuchtig zusammengesetzte Kardanwelle, defekte Hardyscheibe oder defektes Führungslager am Wellenflansch verursachen ein Brummgeräusch, das mit der Geschwindigkeit zunimmt. Damit es nicht zu einfach wird: Ein sehr verschlissenes Halslager im Hinterachsmittelstück kann diese Unwucht auch verursachen!"
cawimmer430
Piston Pioneer
Sweet! Finally another classic Benz owner on the forums! 
Once you have her cleaned up, post some pictures!
I got to warn you though, some people might think you're a PIMP if you drive around in an SLC.
Once you have her cleaned up, post some pictures!
I got to warn you though, some people might think you're a PIMP if you drive around in an SLC.
coolraoul
Torque Titan
Well guys, it's decided, I'm gonna sign the papers and take delivery of my new Benz on the 28th of this month... I'm sooo happy...
As soon as i have it, I'll open a new thread about it to show you my SLC in its full glory... and post my impressions after having driven it...
Of course my petrol consumption too, this is gonna change from my diesel Golf...
Thanks for the links Pekka, I'll study them closely. And Christian, I totally assume my new PIMPMOBILE!
Can't wait to finally have it in front of me...Guys i'm so excited!!
As soon as i have it, I'll open a new thread about it to show you my SLC in its full glory... and post my impressions after having driven it...
Of course my petrol consumption too, this is gonna change from my diesel Golf...
Thanks for the links Pekka, I'll study them closely. And Christian, I totally assume my new PIMPMOBILE!
Can't wait to finally have it in front of me...Guys i'm so excited!!
cawimmer430
Piston Pioneer
SWEET!!!!
Many congrats man!
I can't wait to see some pictures. The SLC is one of those forgotten Mercedes that nobody these days cares about. I've heard people comment on "that weird looking SL".
AWESOME!
Many congrats man!
I can't wait to see some pictures. The SLC is one of those forgotten Mercedes that nobody these days cares about. I've heard people comment on "that weird looking SL".
AWESOME!
Gullwing
Chicane Challenger
The steering can be fixed really quick, as long as the guy knows what he is doing. The steering gear box is adjustable, so all the play can be removed, by loosening a nut and adjusting a scew. Though if it is adjusted the box might start to leak, if it is not already. Many do not like to reseal the gear box, pain in the ass.
On the passenger side under the hood near the firewall there is a big mushroom looking thing with a lot of hoses going to it. This is for the climate control, if it leaks and goes bad it is very expensive $2500+. There are aftermarket kits that are much cheaper and bypass it, but still operate the same.
The noise from the rear axle, don't know what it is. My 190E has a similar noise if driving with part throttle, goes away when lifting off the gas. Could be from the rear axle, could be something else. If you find out...
Check out the suspension, including the motor and trans mounts. Rubber does go bad, but is simple to replace.
On the passenger side under the hood near the firewall there is a big mushroom looking thing with a lot of hoses going to it. This is for the climate control, if it leaks and goes bad it is very expensive $2500+. There are aftermarket kits that are much cheaper and bypass it, but still operate the same.
The noise from the rear axle, don't know what it is. My 190E has a similar noise if driving with part throttle, goes away when lifting off the gas. Could be from the rear axle, could be something else. If you find out...
Check out the suspension, including the motor and trans mounts. Rubber does go bad, but is simple to replace.
coolraoul
Torque Titan
I didn't sold the Golf yet, will do it in September (right now everybody is in vacation, bad time to sell anything), my parents will help me out in the meantime...
(BTW it is Amaury, with y at the end).
Mant thanks Gullwing for these infos!
I think I'll let the steering as it is, because apart from the play it works smoothly and regularly. It won't hurt if I don't adjust it, will it? However I didn't knew it was easy to fix!
For the climate control, well, honestly if the air conditionner doesn't work I will not invest a lot to repair it. As long as the heater and ventilation are allright... I can open the sunroof.
For the rear axle/differential noise, however, I'll check it to know what it is. Will let you know if I find out. I want my car to work perfectly from a mechanical PoV, however things like the A/C are not my first priority!
What I will do is a trip to a garage to remove all the rust and protect the car.
I am so pleased to at last own such a spendid Mercedes... I always loved the SLC, for its rally history, its rarity, its special look... I love it I love it I love it!! Feels more special than a C126.
(BTW it is Amaury, with y at the end
).Mant thanks Gullwing for these infos!
I think I'll let the steering as it is, because apart from the play it works smoothly and regularly. It won't hurt if I don't adjust it, will it? However I didn't knew it was easy to fix!
For the climate control, well, honestly if the air conditionner doesn't work I will not invest a lot to repair it. As long as the heater and ventilation are allright... I can open the sunroof.
For the rear axle/differential noise, however, I'll check it to know what it is. Will let you know if I find out. I want my car to work perfectly from a mechanical PoV, however things like the A/C are not my first priority!
What I will do is a trip to a garage to remove all the rust and protect the car.
I am so pleased to at last own such a spendid Mercedes... I always loved the SLC, for its rally history, its rarity, its special look... I love it I love it I love it!! Feels more special than a C126.
Gullwing
Chicane Challenger
Steering is easy to fix, as long as they know what they are doing. The first on I adjusted, I was warned not to adjust it more then one full turn. After three full turns the steering was great. Once I took apart the gear box on another car I saw what was inside and found I was ok in my adjustments since the adjusting screw can be turned probably 20 times. The screw just adjusts the clearance between the two gears, too tight and steering is very hard, too loose and ahhhh tree!
I think to actually get to the screw the box needs to be removed (easy), but if the three bolts holding the box to the car are removed the box can be slid down just enough to get to the screw through the exhaust manifold, allowing for quicker checks of the adjustments.
It shouldn't hurt if it is not adjusted, but might allow for a more enjoyable driving experiance. Find someone who actually knows more about these cars and talk to him. Some will jump at the chance to work on it, some will run away.
The mushroom doesn't affect the A/C working, it deals more with the flow of coolant and the operation of vent flaps.
If the engine cranks over for several seconds before firing up, little know secret... It is just a check valve back at the fuel filter. Many people have spent $$$$ to fix this problem only to find it is just a $ part.
I think to actually get to the screw the box needs to be removed (easy), but if the three bolts holding the box to the car are removed the box can be slid down just enough to get to the screw through the exhaust manifold, allowing for quicker checks of the adjustments.
It shouldn't hurt if it is not adjusted, but might allow for a more enjoyable driving experiance. Find someone who actually knows more about these cars and talk to him. Some will jump at the chance to work on it, some will run away.
The mushroom doesn't affect the A/C working, it deals more with the flow of coolant and the operation of vent flaps.
If the engine cranks over for several seconds before firing up, little know secret... It is just a check valve back at the fuel filter. Many people have spent $$$$ to fix this problem only to find it is just a $ part.
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