Mercedes Benz S-Class W116-series 1972-1980

by Parish, Julian

• ISBN13: 9781787115637
• ISBN10: 1787115631
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2020-04-14
• Publisher: Veloce Publishing

Summary

An introduction to owning, driving and maintaining a Mercedes-Benz Second Generation S-Class (W116), and a step-by-step guide to evaluating one for purchase. Mercedes Benz S-Class includes colour photos of what to look for and what to avoid, plus a realistic assessment of running and restoration costs, and market values. This includes servicing costs, spare parts prices, and the relative values of the various models, specifications and vehicle conditions you are likely to encounter.

Written in an easy to follow, jargon-free style, this book will equip you with all you need to know to buy the Mercedes W116 of your dreams.

Author Biography

Julian Parish hails from the south of England, but has now lived and worked in France for many years. After a career in publishing and international software development, Julian now contributes regularly to magazines including Classic & Sports Car, and translates motoring content from French and German into English. He has both written and translated several of Veloce's Essential Buyer's Guides, mainly concentrating on the Mercedes-Benz marque, for which he has a particular passion. He has also written the popular travel guides France: The Essential Guide for Car Enthusiasts and The Essential Guide to Driving in Europe, also published by Veloce. Julian is a member of the Guild of Motoring Writers.

Table of Contents

Introduction – the purpose of this book
1 Is it the right car for you? – marriage guidance
2 Cost considerations – affordable, or a money pit?
3 Living with a Mercedes-Benz S-Class W116 – will you get along together?
4 Relative values – which model for you?
5 Before you view – be well informed
6 Inspection equipment – these items will really help
7 Fifteen minute evaluation walk away or stay?
8 Key points – where to look for problems
9 Serious evaluation – 30 minutes for years of enjoyment
10 Auctions – sold! Another way to buy your dream
11 Paperwork – correct documentation is essential!
12 What’s it worth? - let your head rule your heart
13 Do you really want to restore? – it’ll take longer and cost more than you think
14 Paint problems – bad complexion, including dimples, pimples and bubbles
15 Problems due to lack of use – just like their owners, Mercedes-Benz W116s need exercise!
16 The Community – key people, organisations and companies in the Mercedes-Benz W116 world
17 Vital statistics - essential data at your fingertips
Index