MarkCSC

Anybody had one?
I am going to have a look at one this weekend. It has had the Cam chain done, new exhaust and clutch.
Anything else I should look for?

Ta

Mark

beemerboy

i looked at a couple before the beemer mate.

remember one thing, these cars were built for racing about in, so chances are they have had their ***** caned for a good few miles.

look for general condition, as this may indicate how the owner treats it.

2nd hand speed amchines are a gamble at the best of times but these mercs do go on for a few miles....

check for engine knocks, blue smoke, when you boot it, and oil leaks.

hope its a nice one!!!! they are fast becoming rare!!

rallycol

iTrader: (4)

Cracked exhaust manifolds were a major problem,can be welded but eventually crack again,don't know price of a replacement.

Light Blues

"Anything else I should look for?"

Yeah, only the 2.3 was a Cossie, the 2.5 was all Merc..................... I'll get me coat sorry anorak.

Ben

AllanB

Mate of mine had one. Yeah sure it was the 2.3litre. It was quite quick but cost him a fortune. Gearboxes were weak and parts were amazingly expensive.

My Legacy Turbo Saloon ate it on the straights and the twisties too. The Merc was built like a tank, very dated interior but obviously built to a high standard.

Nice , if expensive to own, car.


AllanB