Kurt The 4.5's never came with stick because it was thought that there wasnt an MB gearbox that could handle the torque. MB did offer a 4 speed manual with the...
If anyone needs the trans, shifter, etc (no pedal assy) I have the engine trans combo from my 1970 280S-REALLY, REALLY CHEAP. Engine 80K miles but sitting 20...
Kurt; First off - ANYTHING is possible! Which gearbox are you looking at using?? That will determine everything else. A transmission conversion is not...
Get some bad news yesterday and very suddenly, I have to lighten my load. I'm going to loose my shirt on this one so I thought I would give you good people the...
Hi guys and gals, Sorry in advance for pushing merchandise in our group. I'm selling a very rare factory option for 108s/109s on ebay right now. I'd love for ...
Jon I have one of those in blue leather if your interested in it? ... From: jonpclifton To: mercedesw108@yahoogroups.com Sent: Thursday, September 06, 2007...
Hi All; I am looking for sheet metal for my W108. I am looking for: 1. left rocker panel cover 2. left rear wheel well 3. right front inner fender to rocker...
Hello, I still have a 73 280SEL 4.5L for sale, good shape, California car, located in OR, was running when parked some time back, not running now, can arrange...
Chris; Thank you for the offer.? It looks pretty good, but I have space issues and am not in the mood of cutting up a car (and my wife's happyness would be...
Adsit and K&K manufactoring are the only people i know. In Germany there is a company called DB Depot that also sells to international buyers. ... From:...
Hello Al; I have already spoken with the fine folks at K&K.? They are very helpful, but do not have any W108 sheetmetal (or at least the parts I am in need...
Chris I've heard that before about Adsit. What a shame. If your in the right area or know a man who is. You can get good rust free panels from used cars very...
Al; I was very disappointed from my visit to Adsit.? One would think that they would want to cultivate customers, not push them away (wonder how many people...
Oh well, I tried to give somebody a nice car with a grand in parts but had a no sale on Ebay! I guess I'll get her running well and try it again....or maybe...
So, I was so disappointed that my car didn't sell that I channeled my negative energy to my shop and worked on it. Ad per the list I purchased the correct...
Kurt Sorry to hear it didn't sell. I recently listed my 280SEL on Ebay and was shocked to see that it didn't get close to reserve which was set pretty low. ...
I have 195-70-14 on the buntds that are on my 4.5. The 6.9 has 215's. ... From: Kurt McQuiston To: mercedesw108@yahoogroups.com Sent: Wednesday, September 19,...
I'm running a mismatch right now because I have so many wheels and tires. You can't find V rated tired for 14 inch rims. H rated tires are also hard to come...
H rated and specifically made for older cars: 195/70HR14 Sumitomo HTR 200 You chose not to provide vehicle information In Stock 4 $45.00 $180.00 Just...
Good deal I've heard a lot of good things about Khumo's. I have them on my MG and they feel pretty nice. I think they'll be going on every other car I own...
Kurt; The 195R14's were stock on that car, but as 14 are becoming more diffucult to find, you might want to look at the 205/70R14 size.? These are only...
Chris! I already purchased the Khumo's at 195/14 from the Tire Rack. The reviews were from people with old cars and they all loved this tire. The last time I...
Hello Everyone; I am looking for a few parts for my W108 - 1. good wood door trim for front and rear doors (can be in refinshable state, but should not be...