Starts and runs well. Int is very good. Ext ok but paint reqd.
Mech sound needs attention to brakes and exhaust.
Cannot finish the project.
V rare W136 RHD diesel. From Australia with full history.
Unmolested.
Interior good, body sound but will need minor paint repair.
Starts OK many spares.
Needs minor mechanical attention.
Will swap or p/ex either way.
First registered in Victoria, Australia in 1952 staying there until 2015 when imported into the UK.
I bought from the importer and have now got the V5C.
Original log book, full service history and more. Membership of MB Victoria and various features and events attended by the previous owner.
Barn find (complete with boot-full of spares and period tools) with the idea of full restoration.
Starting
It starts easily and quickly.
Clutch is quite light and first engages fine.
Work required for road-worthiness
All 4 rubber brake hoses are perished and the pedal goes to the floor. I have bought these brand new. The handbrake does slow it and hold.
Exhaust manifold has snapped. These are £200 online.
Interior
As you can see from the photos, the inside is totally un-molested, original and patinated. A few stains here and there.
There are a few wood inserts and cloth window edges that need re-fixing and if new is needed, available online.
Exterior
A few areas on the roof that have peeling paint.
The running boards and door bottoms are showing corrosion but this is very heavy grade steel and its basically surface rust.
The LHS rear door appears to have been repaired but the filler is beginning to lift.
Both front mudguards have surface rust that I have removed with wire-brush and applied rust preventer and a 2k mastic to seal.
Sales
I’ve got many other Mercedes including a G Wagon and SL500.
I’ve lost my storage / workshop unit and so this has to go.
I’m not listing a price due to it’s rarity.
Only the buyer will know what it sold for; those who know the value of the car will know it’s worth.
I also want to avoid the “businessmen” who try to bid down in the belief they can make an instant raise.
I will also swap or p/ex either way, let me know what you have in mind.
Details
Model and yearW136 Blue
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