Well W123 parts can ONLY be found in Europe. I can't fix the W123 in the parking lot of Autozone with some channel locks and a hammer.

Disagree, they are easily accessible in North America, South America and Austrailia. Proliferation of the small block ford is wide spread.

Clearly, the Fox Body Mustang was the winner. How can a luxury car with inaccessible, expensive parts be a beater. I have lost all faith in the jalopnik community after this travesty.

blah blah blah 5.0 forever!

We round up in America. 5.0 for the win.

5.0

Fox Mustang in Bill and Ted's -

Never underestimate the combination of 5.0, RWD, manual, and affordability.

The fox was available with two tone paint and leather! How's that for refinement and class?

Tried to slip that Beverly Hills Cop reference right passed you.... didn't work.

Which beater is best of all — the Fox Body Mustang or the W123 Mercedes? Obviously the Fox. Let me explain...

Oooooh burn! Not so mouth breathing now Euro fanboy Uncle Walty!

This is a battle of the beaters, good taste is not a prerequisite. The fact that Fox Mustangs are plentiful and cheap is a major driving force for its continued success. And California cars are rust free, so shove that rustang comment in the tailpipe of the Benz.

Ford considers it a "picture frame" engine cover. designed to hide the fuel rails, injectors, etc. while showing the intake runners.

Oh dear, I can see it's heart still! Why? Why? Why?