When did the Mercedes 500SEC get a facelift?
1986 there was a major update, a facelift, then the engine alternatives 420 and 560 was presented. With the presentation of the 420 engine the 380 engine was taken out of production. Another change that took place with the facelift was that the bumpers and the side got then new flat design.
What are the problems with a Mercedes 500SEC?
Typical problem areas are the notorious Becker radio, the power window and Air conditioning. Subtract from the price if the AC doesn’t work. Other than that, the cars are pretty bulletproof, but parts are a little expensive, especially the aluminum trunk and hood. A stock 560 SEC goes 0 to 60 in 6.9 to 7.1 seconds.
What kind of sound system does a Mercedes 500SEC have?
1987: ditto to 1986 model with revised mounting bolts for air cleaner housing 1988: an all-new 100w 10-speaker sound system with door speakers (6.5″) and multi-channel amplifiers mounted behind the rear seatbacks.
How long does a Mercedes 560 SEC go?
Other than that, the cars are pretty bulletproof, but parts are a little expensive, especially the aluminum trunk and hood. A stock 560 SEC goes 0 to 60 in 6.9 to 7.1 seconds. But they respond well to after market mods, like lowering and AMG exhaust.
1986 there was a major update, a facelift, then the engine alternatives 420 and 560 was presented. With the presentation of the 420 engine the 380 engine was taken out of production. Another change that took place with the facelift was that the bumpers and the side got then new flat design.
Other than that, the cars are pretty bulletproof, but parts are a little expensive, especially the aluminum trunk and hood. A stock 560 SEC goes 0 to 60 in 6.9 to 7.1 seconds. But they respond well to after market mods, like lowering and AMG exhaust.
Typical problem areas are the notorious Becker radio, the power window and Air conditioning. Subtract from the price if the AC doesn’t work. Other than that, the cars are pretty bulletproof, but parts are a little expensive, especially the aluminum trunk and hood. A stock 560 SEC goes 0 to 60 in 6.9 to 7.1 seconds.
How much does a closing Shim adjustment tool cost?
Compared to 300~ for the Ducati tool, that’s a bargain and is well worth it if you plan on doing your own work. You will also need a closing shim adjustment tool – a top hat shaped plug that fits into the closer shims to measure them with a micrometer. Aftermarket items sell for around 15$.