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Originally Posted by MTI
Obviously, before engaging any bodywork or spending money on trim pieces, the powerplant and drivetrain should be completely inpsected and brought back to spec; then the life safety pieces like the brakes, suspension, and structural aspects.
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Correct.
The parts purchase is intended to bring the cooling system back to spec immediately. Then, the car has an appointment at Helms Brothers Mercedes for a DMV inspection. With that, the dealer will review and diagnose the motor. Once the motor is restored to proper operation, the rest of the drive train will be reviewed and diagnosed. I reviewed the brakes and they are mint and the self leveling rear suspension and the suspension pump at the starboard side of the motor work correctly. I saw new front steering linkages and bushings. There is no deterioration. The front shocks work correctly. Once I take to the road, I will further review the car and make appropriate fixes.
Then, the body and paint will proceed.
Price is no object as I am very serious about a 100% recovery and near concours restoration of the car. I intend to use it too while I do a number on my original 2.3.