Driving home an E420, 800 miles. What to bring?

[oaklandw124]

HI everyone,

I am bringing home an E420 (owned by a forum member here). Car has been well vetted but has been dormant for the last 1 1/2 years or so. I am going to bring some ignition parts but anything else you would suggest to bring along just in case?

Thanks in advance,
Eric

 

[gsxr]

For a long road trip, I like to bring a spare of all four CAN modules, plus EZL and MAF, and the few tools needed to swap those out if necessary. Failures are really rare, but if you are in the middle of nowhere, it could mean being stranded for days. I wouldn't go buy all that stuff for one trip of course, as this is a bit overkill. But if you have the spares on the shelf, it doesn't hurt to be prepared.

After sitting for 1.5 years I'd be a little concerned about fuel pumps leaking, more so if it had ethanol blend gas while parked.

What's the color combo on your new 034?

 

[195910]

Air compressor, quick jack, steel wires, bulbs, jump start cable, hose insulating tape.

 

[northNH]

Just to be clear to the new owner:

—Car has not actually been dormant, ~2.5K miles in the last 1.5 years;
—Car had new caps/rotors/insulators/wires ~2.5K miles ago; no need for another set…
—Car will leave here with it’s original working LH module in the trunk, changed to WOT LH 2.5K miles ago;
—Car runs PERFECTLY at this time; EZL, MAF, etc. will make this trip with one hand tied behind their backs;
—Zero evidence of ANY leaks of any kind, fuel pump and hoses dry as a bone;
—All filters changed 2.5K miles ago.

I would be comfortable driving this beauty across the country with no more than some spare fuses (will include) and a VISA card.

 

[kwontumspeed]

Driver's license and money?
Sounds like you have nothing to worry about. I drove my 036 from CA and 092 from CO with nothing but the above. Congrats on the new whip.

 

[sheward]

This must be the black on tan. I'll have to overlook that you own a second nice 034, Eric. I continue to keep watch locally.

 

[northNH]

 

[maw1124]

This must be the black on tan. I'll have to overlook that you own a second nice 034, Eric. I continue to keep watch locally.

@oaklandw124 is over there cornering the market for W124 cars and sport beetles. Better than Bitcoin...

maw

 

[oaklandw124]

Just to be clear to the new owner:

—Car has not actually been dormant, ~2.5K miles in the last 1.5 years;
—Car had new caps/rotors/insulators/wires ~2.5K miles ago; no need for another set…
—Car will leave here with it’s original working LH module in the trunk, changed to WOT LH 2.5K miles ago;
—Car runs PERFECTLY at this time; EZL, MAF, etc. will make this trip with one hand tied behind their backs;
—Zero evidence of ANY leaks of any kind, fuel pump and hoses dry as a bone;
—All filters changed 2.5K miles ago.

I would be comfortable driving this beauty across the country with no more than some spare fuses (will include) and a VISA card.

I can't wait to see and drive this beautiful machine. Really looking forward to experiencing all of the work that you did with the Sportline suspension and bringing the car to such a high level.

 

[oaklandw124]

@oaklandw124 is over there cornering the market for W124 cars and sport beetles. Better than Bitcoin...

maw

Lol. Sport beetles?? What are those?

 

[Gatorblue92]

I would bring a spare belt and the tools to change it. I nearly had one fail when I bought my 95 E420 however thankfully I was right down the street from an Auto Zone with the belt in stock which was next-door to a Harbor Freight.

I should add that I also flew to Atlanta and drove the car back home to Delaware.

 

[maw1124]

Lol. Sport beetles?? What are those?

Otherwise known as Porsche…

maw

 

[oaklandw124]

Otherwise known as Porsche…

maw

LOL.

 

[luckymike]

Where is “home“? Will you be able to visit any forum members on the way home?

 

[maw1124]

LOL.

I’m surprised you hadn’t heard that one.

maw

 

[oaklandw124]

I’m surprised you hadn’t heard that one.

maw

I hadn't.

 

[oaklandw124]

Where is “home“? Will you be able to visit any forum members on the way home?

Home is Michigan. Will be going from New Hampshire down to Albany, NY and taking 90 west to Buffalo. Then, may cross into Canada or follow 90 along Lake Erie, Cleveland and up through Detroit.

 

[geraniumtr]

I live in Albany, close to exit 24 and very close to exit 23 of the Thruway. If you need help when passing thru let me know. Cell # 518 424-3560.


Regards,
Peter Weissman

 

[gsxr]

Home is Michigan. Will be going from New Hampshire down to Albany, NY and taking 90 west to Buffalo. Then, may cross into Canada or follow 90 along Lake Erie, Cleveland and up through Detroit.

Sounds like a fantastic road trip! Don't forget to snap a few pics along the way.

I live in Albany, close to exit 24 and very close to exit 23 of the Thruway. If you need help when passing thru let me know. Cell # 518 424-3560.

I stopped to visit Peter when passing through Albany a few years ago, and checked out his W124. Had great time!

 

[maw1124]

Home is Michigan. Will be going from New Hampshire down to Albany, NY and taking 90 west to Buffalo. Then, may cross into Canada or follow 90 along Lake Erie, Cleveland and up through Detroit.

Your fuel system cleaner of choice.

maw

 

[oaklandw124]

I live in Albany, close to exit 24 and very close to exit 23 of the Thruway. If you need help when passing thru let me know. Cell # 518 424-3560.


Regards,
Peter Weissman

Thanks Peter!