How much should one anticipate paying for a front brake job on a 1983 Mercedes?

It depends on what components need to be repaired or replaced. Most car dealers, brake specialists and repair shops will be happy to give you a free estimate.

Fortunately, aftermarket or remanufactured brake parts for many vintage Mercedes cars are surprisingly reasonable in price -- you can buy a set of 1983 brake pads for less than $10, for example. If you want original Mercedes parts, expect to pay a lot more.