1983 Mercedes Benz 300d Turbo Diesel Sedan on 2040-cars
San Antonio, Texas, United States
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1983 Mercedes Benz 300D Turbo Diesel Sedan
Description: There are less than 68,000 miles on this Classic White exterior with Blue MB Tex Interior upholstery, 5-Cylinder, 3.0 liter, pre-chamber fuel-injection, 120 horsepower, turbo charged diesel, single overhead cam, 4-speed automatic transmission, power assisted 11? diameter 4-wheel disc brakes, 4-wheel fully independent suspension, A/C and heat automatic climate control, 6-point central locking system (including doors, trunk, and fuel door), power steering, cruise control, original Becker Europa AM/FM cassette stereo with 4 wide range speakers and adjustable height power antenna, electrically heated rear windshield, quartz chronometer, tachometer, 3-way adjustable driver front bucket seats, parcel nets on front seat backrests, 14” light alloy wheels, front and rear center folding arm rest, front center cargo tray, halogen head lamps, halogen amber fog lamps, factory light tinted glass, 2-speed windshield wiper with 5-second interval mist control, real zebrano wood dash trim and console, 4 retracting 3-point inertia reel safety belts, 120 standard safety features (including unitized steel construction with over 4,700 weld points), Velour Carpeting, driver accessible rear dome light switch, headlamp turn-off warning device, full spare and tool kit, first-aid kit, 21.1 gallon fuel tank including reserve of 2.8 gallons, approximately 27 MPG.
Exterior Condition: The Classic White paint is in excellent condition, with a clear and deep shine, and is 100% rust free. There are a few very minor blemishes but the overall impression is excellent. The polished trim is brilliant without scratches or fading. Both the front and rear bumpers are in excellent condition without any scratches in the chrome, and the rubber body sleeves and bumper guards are excellent. The original belt molding body trim, which lines all of the doors, fenders, quarter panels and trunk, is perfect, with absolutely no fading or scratches. The factory 14” Bundt style light alloy wheels are in excellent condition. The high quality tires are excellent with approximately 75% of their tread remaining. The spare tire has never been used, and the original factory tool kit and jack are like-new. The trunk compartment is excellent, and has rarely been used. The original door seals, trunk seal, glass seals, rubber weather-stripping, etc., are excellent, and the original factory glass is excellent as well. The original chrome grill is excellent. The original headlamp housings are excellent, as are the side markers and tail lights, and all of the emblems are bright, shiny and excellent. The interior stickers, interior door jam specification plate and core support stickers are all excellent.
Interior Condition: The interior to this sedan is absolutely stunning! The Blue MB Tex upholstery is in perfect, like new condition. There are no rips, no tears, no fading, no diminished support in the padding, no pleats that have shifted beneath the stitching, and virtually no wear whatsoever. The original carpet still has the factory sheen, which you only find on low mileage examples, and it is excellent, without any stains, fading, unraveling, and virtually no wear at all. The real zebrano wood dash and console trim are excellent, with a clear, deep and durable shine. The headliner looks excellent, as do the sun visors. The door panels and map pockets are excellent without any cracks or scuffs. The instrument cluster is stunningly bright, without any faded needles or aging. The accessory switches, knobs, buttons, turn signal lever, cruise control lever, etc. are all in excellent condition without any faded symbols, and they are all in proper working order. The steering wheel is firm to the grip without any twisting or slack. The original tool kit, jack, etc. are all in excellent condition. There are a couple of small cracks in the dash which is not unusual in cars of this vintage. However, I’ve located a replacement dash in the same color which could be included in the sale of the vehicle if desired by the buyer. The exterior trim has absolutely no fading; the original rubber windshield gaskets, original rubber door weather-stripping, bumper sleeves, etc. are near perfect; the original carpet still has its factory sheen; the original brake pedal pad shows little wear, which is consistent for a vehicle with less than 68,000 miles.
Mechanical Condition: This sedan runs very well and appears to have been exceptionally well maintained since new. It’s durable and fuel efficient 3.0 liter, 5-cylinder turbo charged diesel motor is smooth and strong and it gets an average of approximately 27 MPG. Cold starts are instantaneous, which is validation to its low miles, and the motor, chassis and engine compartment are exceptionally clean and dry. The glow plugs were replaced in November 2012. The transmission shifts sure, timely, and proper. Independent suspension is solid and comfortable, and the steering is tight and responsive. This car would be a perfect candidate for any alternative fuels, such as biodiesel, straight vegetable oil (SVO), waste vegetable oil (WVO), etc.
Accessories: All power windows function fast and excellent. Central vacuum locking system works fast and proper, and one key fits front doors, trunk, and glove compartment. Cruise control sets and holds properly. Air conditioning/heater/defroster all work efficient, strong and excellent, and blow from the proper vents respectively. Becker Europa AM/FM stereo/cassette works excellent, along with adjustable height power antenna. Instrument cluster gauges work excellent, including; odometer, tachometer, trip meter, rheostat illumination switch, oil pressure gauge, temperature gauge, fuel gauge, etc. Seats adjust smooth and proper. Glove box compartment opens/closes/locks properly. Headlights work excellent, along with high beams, fog lights, brake lights, parking lights (side markers), reverse lights, both dome lights, turn signals, trunk light, license plate lights, glove compartment light, accessory switch illumination lights, instrument cluster lights, etc.
History: The original owner took delivery of the car in Germany in 1983 and was thereafter shipped by him to Texas. It was driven by him until 1988. The car was then driven by his wife who drove it sparingly for twenty plus years until 2012. From 1996 until 2012, the vehicle was only driven approximately 10,000 miles. I recently purchased the car from a local dealer who acquired it from the estate of the original owner(s). I have all the original owner’s manuals, service records, import documents and window (Monroney) sticker.
Payment and Transfer Requirements: All costs related to the sale of the vehicle are the sole responsibility of the buyer; including, but not limited to, the cost of transporting the vehicle to its final destination. A non-refundable deposit of $1,000.00 is required within forty-eight (48) hours of the closing of the auction and payment in full is required within seven (7) days of the closing of the auction. Seller will only accept bank checks/drafts or wire transfers as payment for the deposit and payment in full.
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