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W113 Pagoda SL Group => General Discussion => Topic started by: promedical on June 21, 2004, 18:56:06

Title: SL 250
Post by: promedical on June 21, 2004, 18:56:06

Ok. My name is Gus, I am from Spain but I live in NC.  My dream came true after fifteen years and I got today my 250SL. it is in good shape, but it needs a lot of love that of course I will give to it.

I am glad to find a great community where we can share the same passions.

I will ask a lot of questions and rely on you all.

First question. The owner lost the key. What should I do?

Regards

Gus

Title: Re: SL 250
Post by: Richard Madison on June 21, 2004, 19:05:33

Welcome Gus.

The key code is on the Data Card for the car. If you have the Data card, a keymaker should be able to make the keys for you.

If you do not have the Data Card, call the Mercedes Classic Center at 1800 FOR-MERCEDES. They can send a copy of the Data Card to you.

Richard M

Title: Re: SL 250
Post by: promedical on June 21, 2004, 19:32:30

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Originally posted by 280SL71
Hello Richard:

Thanks for your response. What's the datcard? Where is  in the car?

I uploaded some pictures of the car.

Regards,



Gus

Title: Re: SL 250
Post by: ja17 on June 21, 2004, 20:30:33

Hello Gus,
Yes try Mercedes on the key first. Removal of the ignition is very difficult without the key. You would probably have to drill out the lock assembly to release the lock opin which holds the ignition/steering lock assembly in place. Keep us up to date.

Joe Alexander
Blacklick, Ohio

Title: Re: SL 250
Post by: rwmastel on June 21, 2004, 23:34:21

Gus,

The Data Card came with the original paperwork from the factory.  It is about 3" x 8" in size and the originals are made from sturdy card stock paper.  The copy that the Classic Center can send you (they will want written proof of ownership) will be a photo copy from their old records kept on micro fisch(?).  It is not very high quality, but it has a lot of information.

Do a Search (upper right hand corner of screen) on "Data Card".

Best of luck with your new 250SL!

Rodd
Powell, Ohio, USA
1966 230SL, Euro, Auto, Leather, both  tops
1994 E420