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Absolutely Mercedes. There were three similar, the full round chrome horn ring usually on an ivory wheel (like I have), then a chrome ring bent backwards at the top and finally a satin chrome horn ring (anti-glare) version that was more flat at top rather then bent back. That looks satin and flat on top, can you confirm? The W113 and W111/112 coupes used this style so there are a few options. Is there a part number starting with 113, 111, etc.? If the back is intact there will either be a relatively flat section or a bulky "crash absorbing" addition that was fitted to later cars. I am enjoying the topics you post, thanks.

Are we getting the "like" button back? Seemed to be very popular and cut out the "me too" responses.

My first car was a '57 Cadillac so I am especially fond of this year. When I got it in the late 80's it had 50k original miles and was a true survivor, not the dilapidated definition either but almost perfect with original interior, etc. If only I had the forethought to keep my first car, but that may be everyone's story.

I have noticed that one of the posts I see more than most others are people with their first post asking if anyone cares to rent them a car for a wedding, tv show, commercial, film, photo shoot, pet rabbit's birthday party, etc. Usually I chime in with suggestions for picture car services, others comment about the need for the owner and car to be individually insured, others suggest reaching out to the local chapter, etc. Maybe there could be a sticky with all of this advice and info in one place so folks seeking to rent or borrow a car can get their questions answered more readily. Anyone else see value in this? Thought it could streamline things around here, but then again, sometimes we get to hear interesting stories about the projects being discussed.

I like keeping my car original so I elected to stay with original equipment, even in the case of the front discs which were an early, smaller pad than later cars were fitted with. My rears are power assist drums, many with my same car switch to discs but again, I prefer the car as it came. If you want originality keep the drums, if you want a bit more reassurance switch to discs. As Helfen made clear, we can all say "if you don't drive here or there or in mountains you will be ok" but when the moment comes that you DO need the brakes to work hard, it's the wrong time to consider your replacement options.

I'd call it a Rat Rod because Hot Rods tend to be cleaner and any patinae is usually the result of simply not getting to work on that part yet, but Rat Rods make intentional use of the aged parts or even go out of their way to create an aged and patinaed look. Non-automotive parts and add-ons also abound on a Rat Rod. More art car than show car.

I can't provide anything to back this up other than recollection from several articles and events over the last few years but it is my belief that the Saddam car is presently in a museum in Iraq and the Jordan "replica" is the car we see today on the show fields.

I, too, saw this car in person and found it to be wildly successful redesign. I can't see MB ever approving it in era but these cars would have sold well I believe, such beauty. Here is an article by Roy Spencer regarding the car with some details and info you may or may not know, but I have no information on sales prices. You could contact Roy directly and ask, he may have an answer. http://www.mercedesheritage.com/2009/the-pininfarina-230sl/

When I bought my current coupe I inspected the car and said "I'll take it if it checks out mechanically" and made arrangements for a professional mechanical inspection the next morning. I asked and offered a deposit, but the dealer said, "don't worry, it will be here." Well, morning comes and I show up and they tell me someone from out of the country put a deposit on my car. I waited 5-days until the time expired for the new buyer to complete the deal and for some reason he never did. When I called and they said it was again available (didn't even call me to tell me) I said, I am driving there right now, do not even speak to anyone else about the car! lol When I arrived the deal was done literally in 5-minutes, but not before I renegotiated them down a fair amount, explaining that they chose to cancel our prior deal. In this ONE case, it worked out for me. Regarding the Craigslist guy who tried to short the seller $100, you also you have to beware of people on eBay, we realized that there is a default that allows people to change the shipping amount, we had several buyers who were making it much less or zero, so we finally had to call them to find out how to change the setting so it cannot be altered. You really have to think of every little thing these days to not get ripped off.

I'm apparently in the minority here but I really like this concept. If you strip everything else away and simply look at the basics, water supply v/s stored gas the advantages seems obvious. Many are making some rather wild presumptions, we can't count all those proposed cons that are based on speculation, nor the pros of course, but maybe it is just a simple as hooking up a water supply line fitted with a filter to purify and the gas is created on demand. Clearly my own supposition but it seems the main difference is the fuel source not reinventing the wheel from nothing. Neat post!

We've gotta get that "like" button back.

We just posted a story about an imaginative French photographer who creates playful images of lovely vintage cars with an eye towards Mercedes-Benz. Funny that cars of this general era lend themselves so well to this work, owing to their long, linear body lines. MotoArigato: Vintage Cars Appear to Float in French Artist's Photography

Wow, thanks for the tip! I will definitely enjoy watching future auctions online. I can't get enough, especially of the truly good stuff like this.

Straight from the horse's mouth, have a look at the rare, beautiful and surreal lots at this auction. Art of the Automobile

I decided to post the photos from the 2006 Beverly Hills "Classics for Charity" event here, so all may enjoy them. The car was parked in the Mercedes dealer showroom so we could get very close. I hope these are useful to your project. My favorite feature is the side door glass, that chrome strip is where the two panes split, as you roll the windows down, each half drops down into the door.

Hi, can you elaborate on your statement a bit, many of us are confused with these threads. How and why are some messages spam if you are all from the same school, please enlighten us? Where is Bettendorf High School and who is your teacher/instructor?

One of the students claimed that the posts were spam, yet his was not, tho they are cite the same school. I also don't know what to make of it. I originally felt their instructor suggested they go to the AACA forums for research, but you noticed them on other forums as well.

Hi, this is something I have debated, as well as many other Benz owners on those forums. I originally fell in love with these cars because they reminded me of the Facel Vega, which I prefer with stacked rounds rather than the lozenge lenses, so I initially preferred them on this car. In time, I started to feel I might prefer the Euro lenses but let too many "chef's into the kitchen" when I brought this up at a concours, most agreed that since this was a US-delivery car, the US standard lights are thus "correct", tho this will never be a show car, it is largely a survivor so I am keeping her pretty stock. I have also heard the opposite, that the Euro's don't provide as good lighting, so I'm torn there, however I did upgrade my low-beams to Hella halogens so I am ok in the visibility department. I will conclude that at present I am sharing your mindset and may very well consider doing the switch at some point, as you know there is a bit of wiring/plug work to switch so it's not exactly as easy as plug-and-play, but not too difficult either. I guess my point is, I have given this considerable thought and at the end of the day the Euro lenses are how Paul Bracq designed the car so I feel it is "correct" no matter where it was delivered and you may see this car sporting them at some point.

Hi, I saw this car when it was displayed at the Mercedes-Benz of Beverly Hills "Classics for Charity" event several years ago and it is presently in the collection of the Petersen Museum in LA, CA so it should be easy to gather info on this car. I do recall others here have more direct involvement with the car in it's storied past, I'm sure they will chime in too. I may have photos somewhere from one or both locations if that is useful to you. Please send a PM if you require anything from me and I'm happy to provide.

A few more beauties. OK, I cheated a bit, the last two are of my car, but it was parked each time!

A fun old Saab and some German love.

Hmm, the gold wheels are oddly appealing on the car, maybe because of the red body as gold has a red undertone. (Looking through a painter's eye here.) When I had my '57 sedan I always wished it was the Eldo coupe. Have fun, what a beauty.

Thanks for the info! My sister actually works in aerospace and her former company did the ceramic coatings that were sprayed under immense heat onto the engine parts of advanced aircraft, space shuttle, etc. so I am somewhat familiar with the technology as a layman but didn't know this level of detailed work has already been possible. So much out there to learn about.

Check this out, it's similar to 3D printing but sprays the material on in layers via a computer controlled table. I can see this being useful for building materials back up on a surface, heck in a few years we may not even be tossing out old heads that have been machined one too many times, just add some more material to grind down and you're good to go. http://www.popsci.com/article/technology/3-d-painting-sprays-metal-repair-or-rebuild-machines-video?dom=PSC&loc=recent&lnk=6&con=3d-painting-sprays-metal-to-repair-or-rebuild-machines-video

Being a fan of The Shining I have admired the Stanley as being the location where Stephen King stayed when he first wrote the story, being inspired like you were but perhaps in a different way. I see you're in Ohio, if you ever want to check out a hotel that I dare say rivals even the Stanley, and most others I have seen, visit West Baden Springs hotel in French Lick, Indiana. There is another famous hotel called the French Lick Hotel that is more traditionally grand, but West Baden is simply a jaw dropper with what was once the largest structural dome in the world, it's restored rooms and property including formal gardens, and it even once had a wooden horse track. If you spend the night, stay in one of the inward facing Atrium rooms with a balcony. The perfect anniversary or romantic getaway spot. Check out some images I found on this blog, some show the massive and priceless Rookwood fireplace: http://davelandblog.blogspot.com/2012/09/back-home-again-in-indiana-west-baden.html General google images here: West Baden google images