ZF 5 speed transmission

[lowpad]

Completely agree with Teahead.  If I can do a reversible 265 conversions for $4-5K, that's infinitely preferable to a $20K ZF.  I don't care what the purists think (not planning to sell my car on BaT) -- if it's functionally equivalent and doesn't damage the car in any way, it's a great solution.

[DaveB]

I guess if you have an original Pagoda that came w/a ZF and that it was missing, one would spend big money for an original.

That is a good point. That scenario would increase the value. For a perfect match there are specific serial numbers stamped on the transmission ID plate: 057 for 230/250 and 064 for 280.

[Shvegel]

I believe the Authentic Classics gearbox is a new unit fromthe reproduction run ZF did a few years back.  Regardless, I wonder if it is still available? Some things are too valuable to keep in inventory and I would imagine this would be ordered from Mercedes after you ordered from A.C.  I am afraid you might get an, “I’m sorry. This is no longer available.” email after the fact.

[Benz Dr.]

I don't see it on their website anymore so I expect someone bought it.

[Taleb]

cool down guys , maybe he meant 2000$ not 20000$ ....

[Benz Dr.]

No. 20K for an original ZF is the price. Less for a used one.

[doitwright]

cool down guys , maybe he meant 2000$ not 20000$ ....

$2,000 would be absurdly cheap for a ZF 5 speed while $20,000 is absurdly expensive (at least for my wallet).