Mercedes 350sl 57 plate

[ShinbukanColin]

Bought my sl 18 months ago from Yorkshire. I knew it had issues because it was under priced by £2000
Seller made out it was a cat D because of replacement engine. Since having the car i have had to replace the Air conditioning pump, Radiator, Battery,
Central locking pump, and all tyres. Tyre's only because they were cheap budget ones. just a couple of issues left to sort out. One being the alarm, which makes no sound.
But every so often the lights start flashing. Which explains the degraded battery. Also when i now use remote to open the doors, the petrol flap also springs open.
Has anyone else had this sort of thing happening?
Always wanted an sl since i was a child. But wish i hadn't picked one with so many issues. But she drives like a dream. And has only done 90,000 miles.
10,000 of that is myself enjoying the top down in summer. I am determined to get this car back to pristine condition.

 

[LostKiwi]

Sounds like the latch for the fuel flap is faulty. Normally a pin operates which provides the locking but the latch is responsible for keeping the fuel flap shut. Does the fuel flap operate normally otherwise? I.e push to open?

 

[ShinbukanColin]

Hi, No it used to up until about 2 weeks ago. Then suddenly it started popping open on unlock. Then wouldn't stay in unless i opened the boot and manually push the holding pin back in place

 

[LostKiwi]

Fuel flap latch is either worn or broken then.

 

[ShinbukanColin]

Hi, Thanks i will have to have a look at it later

 

[mioba]

Id be considering the alarm control module under one of the front arches (normally) for the alarm related problems.

btw stick to genuine parts. mercs dont like anything else.

 

[ShinbukanColin]

Will do thanks