One of the comments I make most frequently to salvage yard owners is that they should put their most unusual or special parts cars and trucks online, somewhere, anywhere, in order to drive foot traffic and phone calls. Few… more»
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Rust-Free Fintail: 1966 Mercedes 190
This classic Mercedes-Benz 190 – otherwise known as a “fintail” – is a California black plate car that appears to be for sale by a late-model used car dealer. It shows signs of being a stalled restoration project and… more»
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Gullwing Barn Find: 1954 Mercedes 300SL
This is an update of sorts, as Tom Cotter originally helped shed light on this desirable 1954 Mercedes-Benz 300SL Gullwing that had been slumbering in a Florida garage for decades. The car has since been removed, and none other… more»
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Barely Broken-In: 1974 Mercedes 280 S
Normally, when a W116 Mercedes appears for sale, it is either a lower-tier model with huge miles or a restored 6.9L car that’s going for all the money. We don’t often feature a lower-spec edition like this 280 S… more»
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Cheap Long Roof: 1979 Mercedes 300TD
This 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300TD looks like a potential bargain for any W123 shoppers out there. The asking price is just $1,850 for a car that looks decently clean with no major rot visible. It’s hard to decipher from the… more»
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Restored And Ready: 1967 Mercedes-Benz 230S
Some people will look at a project car and be virtually salivating at the prospect of breaking out the grinder, the welder, spanners, hammers, and all manner of workshop equipment. Others choose, for various reasons, to go down the… more»
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China Blue Estate: 1983 Mercedes 300TD
While Mercedes’ W123 cars are best known for their ability to tolerate excessive miles and years of neglect, it’s always nice to find one that’s been lovingly preserved. This 1983 model is a desirable longroof model, up for offer… more»
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Manual Transmission Sedan: 1970 Mercedes 250
Stick-shift Mercedes-Benz cars aren’t exactly common, so this 1970 Mercedes 250 stands out for its manual configuration. There’s not much else to write home about, other than the snazzy red interior and seemingly rust-free condition. The seller says it’s… more»
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Rusty Fintail: 1965 Mercedes 220
There’s something serene about this 1965 Mercedes-Benz 220 resting on among the ferns in New Hampshire. While it is quite rusty, the seller contends there’s plenty of parts value in this carcass, more than enough to satisfy the asking… more»
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Accident Free: 1973 Mercedes 280C
The Mercedes W114 coupe is an elegant two-door version of the company’s venerable sedan that was positioned below the S-class when new. Although a fine car with robust six-cylinder power on board, they have never climbed the value table… more»
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Swiss Edition: 1963 Mercedes Unimog S404
How do you assign value to a rig like a Unimog? It’s a tough call for me, personally, as I don’t have the kind of property that would demand a go-anywhere military spec vehicle, and I already have one… more»
Junkyard Cosworth Updates: Junkyard Parts Score!
I’m sure this comes as no surprise that I’ve continued to acquire parts for my will-it-ever-run Mercedes 190E 2.3-16 Cosworth project at an alarming rate. Before I burst into internet fame (guffaw), I used to spend every weekend at… more»
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Diesel Coupe: 1981 Mercedes 300CD
This listing for a running and driving 1981 Mercedes-Benz 300CD is challenging to decipher, but the car in question looks like a solid foundation for a mild restoration project. These W123 two-doors aren’t the easiest cars to find, and… more»
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Automotive Icon: 1956 Mercedes-Benz 300SL Gullwing
The word “iconic” is used so often to describe cars of all types, but within the Mercedes-Benz marque, the 300SL Gullwing is a car that definitely deserves that label. While only around 1,400 of these Gullwings were ever produced,… more»
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Hardly Original: 1986 Mercedes-Benz 190E 2.3-16
This listing ends within a few hours, so you’ll have to make moves if you wish to bid on this unusual 1986 Mercedes-Benz 190E 2.3-16. As most of you know by now, this is the exact model of my… more»
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Race Car Project: 2008 Mercedes-Benz CLK350
Sometimes you will look at a car and just know that it will either be a restoration project, a potential daily driver, or it will only be good for parts. Others will come under the heading of “what on… more»
