Hello all. I just wanted to introduce myself to the forum.
I recently bought a 1983 380 SL from a neighbor who had planned to fix it up but never found the time.
The car was running okay but had been sitting for some time, so I brought it in for the basics (oil, filters, etc.) just to see where we stood. When I picked it up today, I was happy to discover that the car had regained a good deal of pep and power. Still a little sluggish at low speed acceleration, but no problems getting it to...well, let's just say fast.
Due to some leaks, the rugs will have to be replaced and some of the switches fixed, but otherwise, I am pleased with my purchase so far.
After I picked up the car, I decided to take her our for a long spin. With the windows rolled down (hard top still on), I came to the top of a hill with a view over ocean, bay and sand and I had that moment that most on the board must have had: I fell in love with driving the car.
Anyway, that's my story so far. Be sure to check in for later installments when I discover all the problems with my car and how much it will cost me to fix them.
I recently bought a 1983 380 SL from a neighbor who had planned to fix it up but never found the time.
The car was running okay but had been sitting for some time, so I brought it in for the basics (oil, filters, etc.) just to see where we stood. When I picked it up today, I was happy to discover that the car had regained a good deal of pep and power. Still a little sluggish at low speed acceleration, but no problems getting it to...well, let's just say fast.
Due to some leaks, the rugs will have to be replaced and some of the switches fixed, but otherwise, I am pleased with my purchase so far.
After I picked up the car, I decided to take her our for a long spin. With the windows rolled down (hard top still on), I came to the top of a hill with a view over ocean, bay and sand and I had that moment that most on the board must have had: I fell in love with driving the car.
Anyway, that's my story so far. Be sure to check in for later installments when I discover all the problems with my car and how much it will cost me to fix them.