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JulianReid

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New Member Introduction
« on: January 25, 2023, 18:55:51 »
My name is Julian Reid and I am a new member of the forum.  I have been restoring various Mercedes for the past 40 years.  I have completed about (12) 111 Convertibles, (2) 111 Coupes, (2) 190SLs, and I just bought my first 113 about 4 months ago.  I have also built (2) Replicas of a 1955 Mercedes Gullwing.

My 113 is a 1966 230SL, original California car, very rust free. I just finished the paint work on it and painted it a beautiful pearl white (sorry if that offends the Mercedes purists on this forum, but that's the color my wife wanted).  I am in the process of finishing up the wiring in the engine compartment, and hoping to have it running and driving in the next 30 days.   I've attached a few photos of my previous and current projects.  Thanks
Julian Reid
1966 230 SL
1971 280SE 3.5 Convertible
1955 (Replica) 300SL Gullwing

Kevkeller

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Re: New Member Introduction
« Reply #1 on: January 25, 2023, 20:46:51 »
Very nice work.  The white looks great.
1970 280 SL

David Robinson

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Re: New Member Introduction
« Reply #2 on: January 26, 2023, 09:16:49 »
Welcome Julian. Impressive CV

Leester

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Re: New Member Introduction
« Reply #3 on: January 27, 2023, 00:36:53 »
Welcome Julian, agree with David Robinson. Look forward to hearing your comments on the many questions members pose here.

Lee Backus
1963 220SE Cabriolet
1970 280SL (reassembling - hopefully soon)
1978 450SL (disassembled for paint)
1985 500SEC

Jack the Knife

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Re: New Member Introduction
« Reply #4 on: January 27, 2023, 02:15:41 »
Welcome Julian! What wheels do you have on your gullwing? Love your blue cab.
1964 230SL
2015 G550 """Professional"""