W123 Mercedes DNA

Every now and again its good to get a different and fun perspective on cars and see just who makes them what they are.

Since the purchase of my 1981 Mercedes 240D last summer, it has been a most enjoyable adventure to gain a small glimpse in to the lives of the original owners. Being the second owner after 35 years, the car was ripe with a lifetime of "DNA" in all the cracks and crevices. 

Upon dismantling most of the interior to work on vacuum leaks etc., was when the discoveries were made. While I did not pluck everything from the debris to photograph, I did pull most of the story. 

Goodies shown: Top Flite golf ball, pen from a San Diego bank, a 1993 and 1965 penny, a 1980 Philippine "1 cent" piece, one bullet, three half sticks of gum (Care-Free, Juicy Fruit and Double Mint), a candy cane and a lip stick brush. Not salvaged for the photo, an abundance of popcorn, almonds and peanuts.

Other than these items discovered, and only after the seats were pulled, the car was immaculately cared for as is evident by only a handful of trash.

A brief analysis would suggest the individual(s) liked golfing, shooting or hunting, wore at least lip stick, traveled and either just liked candy or perhaps were just interested in fresh breath, or had a habit and/or nervous compulsion that need to be quelled.

Now the car will get to take on new "DNA" over the next number of years it resides with her new family. Just what will the next owners discover about us?

I am truly looking forward to discovering what the 1975 450SL will divulge, as I am also the second owner of that car. That coming in a separate blog dedicated to the 450SL.

COMING UP

Replacing the W123 ignition switch and housing