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john.mancini

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W113 experts in Venice Florida
« on: December 18, 2017, 16:14:00 »
Now that I am living in Florida 8 months of the year, I had my 280SL shipped here last fall. I was very fortunate to find a W113 mechanic/restorer here in Venice, Florida. He is Norman Christensen of Christensen Automotive. It's my first go around with Norm. He came highly recommended. He owns a small restoration shop. His work is excellent. He is extremely passionate about our 113's. I do not know if others out there know Norm. Hope he is the real deal.
John
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Re: W113 experts in Venice Florida
« Reply #1 on: December 18, 2017, 16:43:43 »
I could use Norm or Dan or Joe or Stick or a couple of other guys from here nearby my place...  >:(
It can be done. I just need to move my place!  :)
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Re: W113 experts in Venice Florida
« Reply #2 on: December 19, 2017, 01:27:32 »
John:
I have utilized Guido Janzen since 1997.
His business is G.J. Auto Repair at 4073 S.Tamiami Trail. Sarasota.
He only works on Mercedes cars. Excellent work and reasonable.
# is 941-924-9732.
Worth a visit.
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john.mancini

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Re: W113 experts in Venice Florida
« Reply #3 on: January 02, 2018, 13:51:47 »
Hi Tom,

I have heard great things about Guido. A couple of buddies use him and rave about him. He's another real good recommendation. It seems there are a few choices in the southwest Florida region. Lucky for us!

John
John
68 280SL 906 Blue 4-sp
69 280SL 906 Blue
70 280SL 904 Blue
70 280SL 571 Red
70 280SL 040 Black 4-sp
66 230SL 162 Blue/Grey 
68 280SL 568 Red 4-sp
69 280SL 304 Horizon Blue
65 230SL 519 Red 4-sp
83 911SC
98 911 cab
56 Ford F100
08 RS60
62 Corvette Fuelie
66 GT350H
67 GT350
70 LT1 conv

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Re: W113 experts in Venice Florida
« Reply #4 on: January 04, 2018, 18:01:03 »
John:
Guido also has a partner, Chris. Between the two you cannot go wrong.
They are in back of the old Manhaten Bagel shop, it has changed its name, another bagel shop.
Tom
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Re: W113 experts in Venice Florida
« Reply #5 on: August 26, 2018, 12:28:34 »
I learned yesterday that Norm Christensen, of Christensen automotive, passed away as a result of injuries sustained in an automobile accident. He was only 58. I'm certain that his shop will be closed permanently. Sad news.
John
68 280SL 906 Blue 4-sp
69 280SL 906 Blue
70 280SL 904 Blue
70 280SL 571 Red
70 280SL 040 Black 4-sp
66 230SL 162 Blue/Grey 
68 280SL 568 Red 4-sp
69 280SL 304 Horizon Blue
65 230SL 519 Red 4-sp
83 911SC
98 911 cab
56 Ford F100
08 RS60
62 Corvette Fuelie
66 GT350H
67 GT350
70 LT1 conv