I've purchased mine 1973 w114 280 on CL, so i second your good opinion of the website. One of the wreck-condition w123 we checked out when it was listed on CL sold a week later on ebay for top $$. I felt so sad for whoever bought that pile of rusty metal. Bottom line, unless you are an expert car buyers (you are not, otherwise you wouldn't be watching this video) - you should not buy without seeing the car with your own eyes or have an expert look at it.
I would add the BenzWorld classified ads. It also helps tremendously to have a friend or friends in various places around the country, to assist in prepurchase inspections, and also to assist in closing the deal. Long distance negotiating can be a bit of a hassle, having a friend that can help is a godsend. Also, be prepared to ACT! Good deals appear infrequently, so when they do, do NOT delay. Thanks for some great advice Pierre!
I really found a gem on CL '85 300D got it for $750, Had a broken tail light lens, replaced that and preformed routine maintinance. Except for having to replace the ignition tumbler and a 10 year old battery it has been a daily driver for three years now. It was a rust free California model of which I had to replace the giant expensive barrel air filter too. Good luck on your searches.
The "Peanut Gallery" he refers to was the younger kids' seating section on the 1947-60 kids TV show, Howdy Doody, hosted by "Buffalo" Bob Smith. The older kids sat in the "Coconut Gallery".
You may get like 30% or so off the cost of your car up here in Canada but you get like 70% more rust :-) (unless garage kept) so not that good for w123 but maybe better for SLs or other fair weather cars. We always like to buy cars down south because they are far better structurally and replace stuff like dash pads or door seals that crack in the sun
Thomas, what software are you using to encode - your encodes consistently come out pixelated. It's really not that hard to get the settings right - some of us work in the media so we woudl be more than happy to help out with the settings.
One of your best yet, Pierre. Concise yet with enough detail to guide us on how to use the various sites wisely. I'm curious as to what your issues are with Searchtempest as a CL aggregator; it's the one I default to mainly because I wasn't aware of the others.
Impalaman's Garage. If it’s 25 years or older it’s EPA and DOT exempt. $100 AC excise tax. 3 percent duty if car is not made in North America. If it’s a personal entry ( not commercial ) you don’t need a customs broker
I found my Gem on Craigslist, rust-free 1975, 300D blown engine and 9 mice nests... its a work in progress.
I've purchased mine 1973 w114 280 on CL, so i second your good opinion of the website. One of the wreck-condition w123 we checked out when it was listed on CL sold a week later on ebay for top $$. I felt so sad for whoever bought that pile of rusty metal. Bottom line, unless you are an expert car buyers (you are not, otherwise you wouldn't be watching this video) - you should not buy without seeing the car with your own eyes or have an expert look at it.
I would add the BenzWorld classified ads. It also helps tremendously to have a friend or friends in various places around the country, to assist in prepurchase inspections, and also to assist in closing the deal. Long distance negotiating can be a bit of a hassle, having a friend that can help is a godsend. Also, be prepared to ACT! Good deals appear infrequently, so when they do, do NOT delay. Thanks for some great advice Pierre!
I really found a gem on CL '85 300D got it for $750, Had a broken tail light lens, replaced that and preformed routine maintinance. Except for having to replace the ignition tumbler and a 10 year old battery it has been a daily driver for three years now. It was a rust free California model of which I had to replace the giant expensive barrel air filter too. Good luck on your searches.
Loved the diss on Doug. Very well deserved 🤣🤣
The "Peanut Gallery" he refers to was the younger kids' seating section on the 1947-60 kids TV show, Howdy Doody, hosted by "Buffalo" Bob Smith. The older kids sat in the "Coconut Gallery".
I like the longer uploads
Me too!
You may get like 30% or so off the cost of your car up here in Canada but you get like 70% more rust :-) (unless garage kept) so not that good for w123 but maybe better for SLs or other fair weather cars. We always like to buy cars down south because they are far better structurally and replace stuff like dash pads or door seals that crack in the sun
lovely stuff
I agree with your comment about Hoovie and Doug!! 🍺🍺
How 'bout 450SLC with side pipes and flares for L60s on Cragar mags?
Video squished again.
How to buy a Mercedes online? Make sure you can fly Pierre out to look at it!
We are working on a solution to get this resolved ASAP. Nick will consult and is shooting a new Classic Mercedes Benz with Pierre episode tomorrow.
Haha I love to travel!
Located my Euro W123 on Craigslist.
dear pierre would you advise me for spare parts for my sl 560 1989 ...a good site for spare parts ...thank you
Just don’t, unless you can see the car in person or have a trusty knowledgeable person that can see the car for you. Otherwise, it’s a terrible idea.
Thomas, what software are you using to encode - your encodes consistently come out pixelated. It's really not that hard to get the settings right - some of us work in the media so we woudl be more than happy to help out with the settings.
Yes that’s the way I’ve had to get the videos up in a timely manner. Maybe we can find a solution Shoulder The Lion thank you for the feedback.
One of your best yet, Pierre. Concise yet with enough detail to guide us on how to use the various sites wisely.
I'm curious as to what your issues are with Searchtempest as a CL aggregator; it's the one I default to mainly because I wasn't aware of the others.
Are there any export/import fees associated with buying a Canadian car?
Impalaman's Garage. If it’s 25 years or older it’s EPA and DOT exempt. $100 AC excise tax. 3 percent duty if car is not made in North America. If it’s a personal entry ( not commercial ) you don’t need a customs broker
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A black leather jacket--does Pierre now ride a Harley?
I would think that he's more of a (pre '94) BMW motorcycle guy
must be cold in FL
I think pierre is a power lifter on the side... just keeping his muscles warm
Can you imagine how scared a scammer would be if pierre shows up he is almost 7 ft tall and stronger then a gorilla...
It was a cold day.
if your gonna spend that kind of money and you cant see it yourself maybe do a PPI- Can we know why you didnt mention BAT-
I have a video on the topic already
Sorry, I like the old music better, but than again I'm a trumpet player.
Ah trumpet player got you thanks for the feedback
Thomas
speaks my language- rant.