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Best mechanic for w116 models??

Started by Dazbot99, 06 May 2018, 03:37 AM

Dazbot99

Hello all.

Can anybody recommend the BEST mechanic that knows W116 280 SE in Sydney region?

I have heard John at Greenacre.

I have heard a John at MB Spares?
Although he is in Canberra.

Thanks for any advice

raueda1

Hmmm, still no responses.  I think this may mean that YOU are the best mechanic for your W116.   ;)
-Dave
Now:  1976 6.9 Euro, 2015 GL550
Before that:  1966 230S, 1964 220SE coupe, 1977 Carrera 3.0

mrkozzy

Looks like you have to go on the prowl and do some research.

I stumbled across mine while searching for something else although it took a while.

I remember looking up mercedes mechanics via google, phone book, whatever it took.

Drove past about 8 of them and discounted most.  One weekend I found one guy with lots of old mercs, 107's 116's, and 108's all waiting for a service.

I figured  with this many merc  clientele, they  must know something I don't so I went and introduced myself .

Told me his story, German trained, long time doing Benzes, and a 3 week wait for a look see and a service!

He has been my go to man for the difficult stuff ever since.

Regular servicing and simple issues, I use someone closer.

(As a side note, Id be calling the MB spares boys in Canberra and get a list of which of there clients do a lot of w116 work in Sydney.  Theres a good starting point.)

Good luck.
MrKozzy