My 1986 Mercedes-Benz 190E 2.3-16 Cosworth has been in my possession since October 2018. The fall month is always a bit nostalgic for me when I think about this car's arrival in my life and the many events it triggered. More on that at another time. Right now, however, it continues to sit on a lift at my mechanic in Rhode Island, having hit a series of ongoing delays.
The issue is lingering fuel injection issues. The entire fuel system was rebuilt following its retrieval from the junkyard, as the tank was yanked out as standard operating procedure. The last time it stopped running was due to a clogged filter on the fuel injection assembly, and we suspect some other contaminants have entered the system at another point and fouled the fuel injectors, which were replaced two years ago. At least, that's the last stone that remains unturned.
The shop owners are people I now consider friends, but I do hope this vehicle returns home soon. I hate being testy but it's time for her to be driven!