[W126 Coupe] RE-SENDING---1985 AMG Euro version

[Jonathan Hodgman]

NP...glad to help!

Hope this car works out for you.

I love my Mercedes...although the CD is now sold as of about a week
ago...which is OK as I have my eye on an 87 6L 16V AMG SEC...  We'll see how
it works out:)

Jonathan

On 4/14/07, Clayton Johnson <cjohnson at i2s.com> wrote:

>

>  Hi Jonothan,

>

> Thanks very much for answering my questions, passing on some of your AMG

> knowledge,

> and your valuable advice. I'm going to take a look at this MB now, and

> I'll fill you in when I get

> a chance. I'll drop you a line, thanks for the offer.

>

> WOW,  I see from your list you have quit a collection of Mercedes',

> Fantastic !!

>

> Regards,

> Clax

>

>

>  ------------------------------

>

> *From:* mbcoupes-bounces at mbcoupes.com [mailto:

> mbcoupes-bounces at mbcoupes.com] *On Behalf Of *Jonathan Hodgman

> *Sent:* Saturday, April 14, 2007 10:08 AM

> *To:* Mercedes Coupes Mailing Lists

> *Subject:* Re: [W126 Coupe] RE-SENDING---1985 AMG Euro version

>

>

>

> Hello Clay,

> I'll see if I can answer some of these questions for you.

>

>

> Some questions I have for you gentlemen are:

> 1 – What codes should I find/look for that will indicate to me that this

> is a genuine AMG?

>

>

> There are none...  Only way to know  w/o a doubt would either be through

> paper work or a list of options that only AMG could have done (ie, 32V

> engines).

>

>

>

> 2 – What options or equipment would constitute a genuine AMG

>

>

> AMG's was an a-la-carte outfit.  You tell them what you want and as long

> as your check book could support your request, you generally received what

> you asked for.  However, quite a few cars went in for suspension, wheels and

> maybe a body kit and nothing more.  These IMHO would still be a real AMG

> even though they are light on options.

>

>

>

> 3 – Is this car desirable or collectable, low production etc. AS compared

> to a 560 ?

>

>

> Depends on the person, some like the Gen I cars better, but I think you'll

> find more people interested in a 560AMG over a 500AMG.

>

>

>

> 4 – What to look for pertaining to how this gray market car conversion was

> handled – quality whys ?

>

>

> Look @ the exhaust system to  start.  See how badly hacked up it is/how

> they installed the cats etc..

> Check the doors for rust.if door beams were installed chances are they

> were installed poorly.

> Hopefully the car will still have it's Euro bumpers and Lights.

>

>

>

> 5 – Does the 500 euro motor perform substantially better or comparably to

> the 560? And/or is it de-tuned

>      to comply with gray market compliance. Is emission compliance a

> frequent problem?

>

>

> It's right on par w/ a stock US 560.  The 560 makes a bit more torque, but

> that's about it.

>

>

>

> 6 – Does anyone have access to run a CARFAX report for me? That would be

> greatly appreciated !

>      I will get the VIN number tomorrow and post it here.

>

>

> Sorry, my account expired.

>

>

>

> 7 – Any additional bits of information or opinions would be much

> appreciated !!!

>

>

> My strongest piece of advise would be to bring this car to someone who in

> intimately familiar  w/ 126's.  A good PPI can save you many, many thousands

> of $$$.  9 out of 10 cars I see I would have recommended they new owner pass

> on.

>

>

>

> Feel free to drop a line anytime, blueridgemb at gmail.com or 404 805 1357

>

> Regards

> Jonathan

>

> If anyone whishes, I can be e-mail at cjohnson at i2s.com,  Should I include

> a phone number?

>

>

> Thanks everyone, I'll post my results,

> Clax

>

>

>

>

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> 1996 S600 Euro "Scharnhorst"

> 1991 560 SEC Full Euro ECE

> 1991 560 SEC 226Hp/271ft/lbs:)

> 1989 560 SEC AMG (N.Amer 250/295)

> 1987 560 SEC US Spec

> 1986 560 SEL AMG 6.0L 32V

> 1986 560 SL  White on Burgundy

> 1985 500 SEL Euro (Parts Car)

> 1985 300 CD For Sale

> 1980 280 SE Euro

> 1978 300D TMU

> 1987 560 SEL 162K Midnight Blue on Gray RIP:(

> 1987 560 SEC Sold

> 1992 E300D 140K Champagne on Parchment tex (Sold)

> 1990 560 SEC 154K Anthracite on Gray (Sold)

> 1988 300 TE 160K Burgundy on Palomino (Sold)

> 1980 280 SE US 185K (Sold)

> 2006 Z4 3.0Si M spec 6sp

>

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> Postings remain property of MB Coupes, L.L.C.

>




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Blue Ridge Mercedes/AMG East
Offering Enthusiast Service, Restoration and Modification.
Providing quality parts to discriminating customers in all parts of the
world.
Located in the Greater Atlanta area.
http://www.blueridgemb.com
http://www.AMGEast.com

1996 S600 Euro "Scharnhorst"
1991 560 SEC Full Euro ECE
1991 560 SEC 226Hp/271ft/lbs:)
1989 560 SEC AMG (N.Amer 250/295)
1987 560 SEC US Spec
1986 560 SEL AMG 6.0L 32V
1986 560 SL  White on Burgundy
1985 500 SEL Euro (Parts Car)
1985 300 CD For Sale
1980 280 SE Euro
1978 300D TMU
1987 560 SEL 162K Midnight Blue on Gray RIP:(
1987 560 SEC Sold
1992 E300D 140K Champagne on Parchment tex (Sold)
1990 560 SEC 154K Anthracite on Gray (Sold)
1988 300 TE 160K Burgundy on Palomino (Sold)
1980 280 SE US 185K (Sold)
2006 Z4 3.0Si M spec 6sp
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