Recent content by Styria

If I remember correctly, it was the NRMA that used to sponsor that event. It was great with the variety of exhibits on display, stretching all the way from College Street, along Macquarie Street and into Hunter Street. Sadly it's long gone. Regards Styria

I share your curiosity relating to stiffness of body and chassis of the 116s. Working on Gleaming Beauty, say with either front or back wheel sections jacked up individually, one will experience a slight binding when opening doors during the process, indicating some twisting of the body...

I have just spotted this thread. How very informative and filled with curiosities given the passage of time between the initial contribution and the situation prevailing at this present time. BTW, I do note Peter being described as a "guest" but does anyone (BenzBoy ?) know his identity. I...

Even though I have responded to this thread previously, I have to admit that I cannot even remember the car, nor having done so. An absolute brain fade. Neat the $200K. mark ? I guess it depends on who one talks to. There are two schools of thought - originality and modified. I will have a...

Just an additional note after reading your remarks on your 450. About twelve years ago (?) I did carry out a Valve Grind and De-Coke task on Gleaming Beauty, and that may have also helped in preventing overheating. Food for thought. Regards Styria

Mark, could be a Thermostat issue, but I would suggest that a new replacement core may solve your hot running issues. There is no doubt that Sydney Traffic on a hot Summer's day will test the efficiency and DESIGN of the cooling system, but in the case of my GB, due to some of my efforts...

Hi Mark, I have good reason to suggest that there is now a supplier in Germany with new re-manufactured stock. I believe the cost is in the region of Euros 300.00. It's not particularly cheap, but the design of the unit is such that nothing else will do the job - and if the unit is...

Quite heartening to view the display of various 116 models -really, when one looks at the various colours and road wheels, and the imposing styling of the 116s with their delicate bumpers and bumperettes, it makes you realize and regret to some degree, that these cars have virtually disappeared...

How frustrating this must be. Unfortunately, the photos don't provide a great deal of encouragement. A bit of work ahead for you. Regards Styria

Hi David, if your 6.9 is on the market, feel free to advertise pertinent details on TK. Regards Styria N.B. When you say "Rubber Lines", which ones are you referring to ? I also note your B200 - it is one model I have always taken an interest in. Perhaps you may be able to provide a...

I am resurrecting this thread as there is a lot of information that would be quite useful to any new member, or even existing ones, that may sometime be involved in the removal of heads etc. in the course of a valve grind and de-coke. Once the thread is buried in the "ether", it could be...

Hi David, I would venture to say that the interior of your car, especially the cloth (velour) upholstery would match and better that of any other 116 still in service. No need to elaborate on paintwork- that was taken care of very professionally many years ago. I am curious regarding the...

IN ALLER WELT - TAXI ISSUE. $AUS40.00 For many years Mercedes gmbh. produced a monthly magazine with the name quoted - meaning in the whole world. An excellent publication and revered by many world wide. This Taxi issue is devoted to Taxi Services in a number of countries and is much sought...

For many years I have collected and procured all manner of literature, including Brochures, Workshop and Owners Manuals, and all kinds of Car Magazines. The time has come to advertise my collection for sale, either individually or whatever other means to purchase will be available to procure...

Just seen your post. I could help you if you still need one. Regards Styria N.B. No longer available. Sold to Qld. 6.9