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zoegrlh

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Search for Ray Paul
« on: January 17, 2010, 14:04:43 »
Does anyone know where Ray Paul now works?  He was the owner of SL Classics in the New York area for years.  SL Classics did merge with Bud's Benz several years ago, but in the last year or so, Ray Paul closed his doors. In the past I have had lots of conversations with him concerning engine problems with my SL.  He has a wealth of knowledge about these cars.  It would be nice to know his whereabouts, would like to get in touch with him again.
Thanks,
Bob 
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Robert Hyatt
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Re: Search for Ray Paul
« Reply #1 on: January 17, 2010, 14:36:09 »
The last time I called the buds benz parts line Ray answered.

That was some time mid last year.

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Matt
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Re: Search for Ray Paul
« Reply #2 on: January 17, 2010, 16:57:16 »
The last I heard Ray was working out of his home for Buds Benz.
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Re: Search for Ray Paul
« Reply #3 on: January 19, 2010, 00:29:16 »
Several months ago I emailed Ray for a part at Buds and got a rely from someone else.
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Re: Search for Ray Paul
« Reply #4 on: January 19, 2010, 00:44:45 »
Things may have changed -- but about a year ago (I think), I called Ray about a part and he disclosed that Bud's was letting him go. (economy no doubt)... Bummed me out because he had always been my go-to guy since the mid-90s (Star Quality). Ray, if your out there, my regards.
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Re: Search for Ray Paul
« Reply #5 on: January 19, 2010, 01:35:23 »
Is it possible that Ray has set up his own shop?
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Re: Search for Ray Paul
« Reply #6 on: January 19, 2010, 14:02:56 »
I ordered a lot of my new parts from Ray and he was very knowledgeable about the right part needed for my car.
He worked out of his house in Lagrangeville, NY which is not far from where I use to live.
I haven't talked to him in about a year and at that time he was lamenting about the very high prices Mercedes was charging for parts.
I think he may have retired but he is listed at a home number in NY.

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Re: Search for Ray Paul
« Reply #7 on: January 22, 2010, 15:50:40 »
Otto,
Thanks, I just wanted to get in touch with him to say hi and that if ever I need some good advice could I call on him.  He is really knowledged with these cars.  Wish he was a club member.  It is truly nice to have folks still around that knows these cars. ie. Ray Paul, Joe Alexander, Dave Gallon, etc.
Bob
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Robert Hyatt
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R172 2012 SLK350, Black Premium leather 801 on Mars Red 590, 7-speed auto
W211, 2007 E320 Bluetec, Cashmere MB Tex 144 on Arctic White 650, 7 speed auto

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Re: Search for Ray Paul
« Reply #8 on: January 27, 2010, 18:23:15 »
Bob,
   I have spoken to Ray Paul many tims over the years and I have even visited him at his home in New York on one occassion. I tried the direct dial telephone number I have and it is disconnected. I hope someone has some updated information.
Regards,
Ted
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