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1981 Mercedes-benz 300td Turbo Diesel Wagon 4-door 3.0l on 2040-cars

Year:1981 Mileage:99920 Color: Beige /
 Tan
Location:

Norwalk, Ohio, United States

Norwalk, Ohio, United States
Advertising:
Transmission:Automatic
Body Type:Wagon
Engine:3.0L 3005CC l5 DIESEL SOHC Turbocharged
Vehicle Title:Clear
Fuel Type:Diesel
For Sale By:Private Seller
VIN: WDBAB93AXBN002432 Year: 1981
Number of Cylinders: 5
Make: Mercedes-Benz
Model: 300TD
Trim: Base Wagon 4-Door
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Drive Type: RWD
Options: Sunroof
Mileage: 99,920
Power Options: Air Conditioning, Cruise Control, Power Locks, Power Windows
Exterior Color: Beige
Interior Color: Tan
Condition: Used: A vehicle is considered used if it has been registered and issued a title. Used vehicles have had at least one previous owner. The condition of the exterior, interior and engine can vary depending on the vehicle's history. See the seller's listing for full details and description of any imperfections. ... 

Up for auction is the classic Mercedes Turbo Diesel Wagon.  I bought this 1981 beauty in July of '06 from the estate of an elderly gentleman in Naples, FL with about 91,000.  It is virtually rust free.  It runs like a charm (I've driven it to North Carolina and back with no problems) and I've enjoyed every mile in it.  I can't believe how much smoother, quieter and faster the five cylinder turbo is compared to my four cylinder non turbo 240D.  Cruising along on the highway is a pleasure at turnpike speeds (and maybe a little faster!) 


It's got right around 100,000 miles, so it's just getting started.  I took these pictures a couple months ago, and the mileage as of today is now 99,920.  It's still in the same condition, obviously.  It is garaged in the winter and brought out in the spring.  The cruise works, the clock works, no dash cracks.  However, it is a 32 year old car and so has some minor issues:

There is a minor repaired tear in the driver's seat bolster (shown.) 
* The tailgate struts are tired.  I will include a new pair in a box in the car.  It's an afternoon job.
* The A/C does not hold a charge.  Everything is there and works, but there must be a leak somewhere.
* The rear right power window works, but makes a funny noise when it reaches the top.  Maybe it's nothing, maybe something need tightening, maybe a new regulator is in your future.
* The self leveling suspension doesn't seem to operate.  I've never needed it, but I have a friend who just repaired his pretty easily.  That's more than an afternoon job, though.

It has no major issues.  It starts right up, runs great, looks great and I get comments wherever I go in it.  A friend's daughter even said it was a total chick magnet car.  I think she was kidding but it was nice to hear!  The Palomino MB-Tex interior is in very good condition, although the carpet in the back has the usual sun fade issues where the spare tire is.  Other than the previously mentioned repaired tear, everything is terrific.  The netting on the back of the front seats is even tight.  The dash and console are in excellent condition.  The rear seats are virtually flawless.

The exterior looks great.  There are a couple of minor scratches here and there but nothing major.  It looks to my eye like a panel or two may have been resprayed in the past but I don't know this for sure.  It looks fantastic, even up close.

I have extensive records dating back to March of 1982.  I have religiously changed the oil every 3,000 miles or less with Rotella 15w-40.  I am a longtime member of the Mercedes Benz Club of America and am active on several Mercedes forums and a moderator on one.  The car and I are both known in the Mercedes community.  And I believe in treating people courteously and fairly.  You will not be disappointed with this car.

Update:  I was just looking at the listing and checked out the Auto Check report.  Evidently the car was in a fender bender involving the right front.  I have inspected this area of the car and it must have been minor and professionally repaired because there is no evidence of the incident.  If you want any extra photos or details feel free to email me.  Thanks for looking!


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