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Rahul

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Interesting BaT auction for W113 body panel set
« on: February 02, 2023, 17:38:04 »
Might be of interest to someone who hasn't yet seen it

https://bringatrailer.com/listing/w113-sheet-metal-panels/
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Re: Interesting BaT auction for W113 body panel set
« Reply #3 on: February 02, 2023, 19:01:57 »
Well...the Vintageuroparts stuff...who makes it?  China?

https://vintageeuroparts.com/complete-sheet-metal-panel-rust-repair-restoration-kit-for-mercedes-w113-113.html


The stuff on BAT looks like OEM Mercedes, but not sure.
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Re: Interesting BaT auction for W113 body panel set
« Reply #4 on: February 02, 2023, 20:34:03 »
I pity the project that needs all
Of them!
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Re: Interesting BaT auction for W113 body panel set
« Reply #5 on: February 02, 2023, 21:07:39 »
Several of our members say these guys have good quality panels:  https://www.kkmfg.com/113catalog.php
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Re: Interesting BaT auction for W113 body panel set
« Reply #6 on: February 03, 2023, 12:11:16 »
it never ceases to amaze me how shops can replace all of these panels and get them in line from the start. I would have nightmares worrying that when I get to the last panel that I would have a 1/2 inch gap.
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