1986 500SEC
Hi Friends, I am considering buying a 86' 500SEC Euro. It is a gorgeous, unmolested, very well maintained, low mileage car. It has been emission converted upon its entry in 1986 to US DOT standards....
View Articleventilation 1984 500sec
does not operate when the engine is operating. In the ACC position it will start and fan will run through its usual rate increase etc. What is wrong . How do i correct. AJ
View ArticleAMG W126 C126 Burled Walnut Door Trim
AMG offered an extra door trim package back in the day for the C126 380 420 500 560 SEC.I managed to score a set of originals from my donor AMG but unfortunately they were quite a mess and not worth...
View ArticleDash Switch on a 1991 SEC
In between the seat heaters, I have a switch that resembles an exclamation point, laying on its side. Not sure what it is or what it does, and was hoping someone knew. I joked that it was for the...
View ArticleMirror Module Replacement to '88 420 SEL W126
I wish to replace the outside mirrors module that sits between the seats with other controls. No one in St Louis (including dealers) can tell me how to remove the wood panel to get to the module. Any...
View Articlevalve guides
In a recent article in the Star about the pros and cons of the W 126 models, it was noted that poor valve guides can lead to excessive oil consumption. Is it a costly fix to repair the valve guide?
View Article1987 560SEC for sale
Up for sale is a beautiful 1987 560SEC , the car has 84,xxx miles on it, It is anthratice metallic grey with a grey interior. If you've ever been to any shows in the Northern New Jersey area you have...
View ArticlePost Photos of Your W126 Coupe!
Please use this thread to post photos of your cars! We want to see them!:Thumbs up:[I]Note: (We had started housecleaning to reorganize our forum for easier navigation and, true to the law of...
View Article85 500 SEL
Sorry guys for the repost. I have a thread on this car on the general tech forum. ill keep a long story short and cut to the issue/symptoms I am having currently new parts -timing chain,guides,rails...
View Article1986 500SEC
Hi Friends, I am considering buying a 86' 500SEC Euro. It is a gorgeous, unmolested, very well maintained, low mileage car. It has been emission converted upon its entry in 1986 to US DOT standards....
View Article'85 500SEC running problems
This issue must have been discussed before, but as a new member it is not obvious how to search the tech forums, sorry. My car runs well if cold or at highway speeds, but will start running very rough...
View Article1988 560SEC parting out or restoration
Ladies and gents, recent rear suspension damage to my 1988 SEC motivates me to find another home for it, either whole or in pieces. The car is mechanically very sound, 230k miles and does not use any...
View ArticleNeed a recommendation for a soft dash cover
Hi all, my "new" 1991 SEC has a lovely uncracked dash and I'd like to keep it that way by putting a nice cover on it. Does anyone have a recommendation for a good cover manufacturer and material? I...
View ArticleLimited Slip Differential
I have a 1987 560SEC with limited-slip differential. What is the allowable percentage of circumference between the tires on rear axle. This car was manufactured Nov. 1986.
View ArticleAC not working when most needed - 1991 W126
The AC will not switch on seemingly when it's very hot and/or humid outside. Are there any typical causes on the W126?(The condensor was replaced recently, if it matters.)
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