Wednesday, 21 May 2014

Restoration - Mercedes-Benz W108 280S (part 1)



Previously I had written an article on the ‘Mercedes-Benz W108 / W109’. And I did mention that I had acquired one and am in the process of restoring it… Well, here’s part of the story. I have to say part as it’s still in the process of restoration and should only be completed by the end of June. It’s been some time now but due to some unforeseen delays the car is back on track and will be on the road once again.

The restoration started with the removal of the engine and the entire interior of the car to allow the welders to start work on it. It had rust spots in almost all the common places this car would rust which included the rear boot bottoms as well as the floor boards and a little in the engine bay as well as the doors. Welding was done on all the spots to ensure there is no more rust. With that done the engine is still undergoing a few more repairs before being put in by the end of May.

Well, that’s all so far, will update once it’s done. Doesn’t sound like much work but the time that has gone into it is certainly a lot. Before I forget, a parts car was also acquired to ensure that mine has the best of both and will look it’s best once it’s done.





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