Quote by Raggytom
Hi All, new member looking at a 1981 S550. It need some work obviously, the main thing being rust all around where the body joins the chassis. Has anyone tackled anything like this? there is a Facebook link from Marcus about a Fair based restoration but it appears to be blocked.
Thanks in advance
i did that repair a few years ago. it is not a technically difficult job-- you can do it!
the lower skirt comes off and the a bit of dirty work with a grinder and you are ready to attach new metal!
if you need advice just pm me.
the oil leak is often the gasket between the injector pump and the block and this too can be fixed,
though it is not that easy.
if it is driving well and is "dry" it is probably worth a bit of work.
good luck