1. The car is undergoing the equivalent of open heart surgery now. The whole engine block and cylinder head assembly has been removed and we're looking at the tremendous wear and tear the car has endured over the years. The Germans really built their cars to last, but that can make owners very complacent:
2. Was able to buy a new original camshaft as said earlier. The particular camshaft for this model was one with a hydraulic pipe installed within, which came in later 190E engines:
3. Two views of the splendid new avante-garde grille which I can't wait to install on the car (but that will have to wait until much later:
Meanwhile a rundown of my expenses so far:
Avantegarde Grille: 6,500
Camshaft with Hydraulic Pipe: 8,500
Ceiling, Seats, Carpeting Upholstery: 18,500
Power Window Motors and Assembly: 8,000
Sunroof Motor, Assembly and Drain: 4,000
Door Handles: 600
Aircon Switch Knobs: 100
Engine Overhaul (Labor): 5,000
Total: 51,200
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