JT's 1983 380SL restoration update

[jt14984]

Hey all I'm back. Sorry I've been MIA for a while.
The last time I posted, I mentioned that my 1983 380SL needed some minor restoration and repairs.
Well, the rear bumper was replaced, the rear taillight lens on the driver side was replaced, and the upholstry on both seats, including the center armrest, was replaced.
I paid some $$$$ to get all this done, but I got some good deals on the installation and stuff so I think it was well worth it.
I'll post some new pictures real soon.
By the way, can any of you help me find a U.S. OEM front license plate bracket?
The orginal one got bend out of shape, so I'm looking to find another one.
Also, I'm trying to find a German license plate. If any of you can help me, I'd appreciate it.

Thanks!

JT

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[Mr.bimmerPuck]

very nice AND WELCOME BACK

[TheDarkSide]

Awesome, good work. Car still looks great!

[Panzer_M]

what german plate do you want? City?

[SlickShift]

Glad to see you're back. Post some pics of the work done.

[jt14984]

Thanks for the cool comments!
Ok.
Here are the pictures I promised.
There are a few minor things that I still need to do, such as replace the horn and replace the power antenna, but, as you can see, the main restorations are completed.

As for the license plate, I didn't know there were ones for a specific city.
Last year, my folks ordered a BMW and went to Munich to test drive it before it was shipped to the U.S.
When they came back, they brought the license plate with them so I tought it would be cool to mount one my 380SL.
I wouldn't mind one from Munich, but wherever would be cool as long as its from Germany.

Well, enjoy the pics.
Hopefully, I'll see you all at some future car meets.

JT


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[SlickShift]

The car looks great, just like in was 1983! You'll have to come to some of our meets and show us the Benz.

[JonnyChimpO]

sweet car.

[TheDarkSide]

:eek: Wow, gorgeous!

[jt14984]

Thanks!
I'll keep an eye out on future events.
Hopefully, I'll see ya'll soon.

JT

[TheDarkSide]

I will hold you to it JT! :mad:

[jt14984]

I will hold you to it JT! :mad:

Oh no!
I'd better make sure I can squeeze it in between my Z car and Stang club meets.
Too many things going on!! I can't handle it!!
Now, if I could just clone myself I could at three places at once.

[LDadrenaline]

I'll take the Z off your hands...

[TheDarkSide]

Eh, FG meets are better ;)

[Mr.bimmerPuck]

post some pics of your other cars

[TheDarkSide]

:ditto:

[jt14984]

Ok! You all wanted pics you got em!!

Enjoy! :D

My GT

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My 350Z

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My gas sipper Talon

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Me with my stang and Z

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[TheDarkSide]

I think I saw the 350 on TR :shhh: All look the deal...even the sipper!

[LDadrenaline]

mmm i want your cars :lick:

[carguy101]

NIce rides man I'd rock 'em :thumbu:

[jt14984]

Thanks!
For anyone who wants to take a test drive, I'm now taking appointments. J/K :lol:

JT

[944attack]

Thanks!
For anyone who wants to take a test drive, I'm now taking appointments. J/K :lol:

JT


Any open spots for Wednesday at 4:30pm, i know you're probably booked for the month... :lmao:

[LDadrenaline]

I'm down in south tampa, I'll take a test drive :)

Car looks like it's coming along very well