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33k Miles, Garage Kept (covered), Immaculate, Collectors Car, 2011 Best In Texas on 2040-cars
Year:1983
Mileage:33399
Color:
Location:
Henderson, Texas, United States
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1983
Mercedes 300DT Description: Classic White exterior (MB paint code 737) with Blue Leather Interior upholstery (MB Option 252), 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, electrically operated sliding roof (MB Option 410), 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, 27 MPG, Owner’s Manual, Mercedes-Benz dealership stamped Maintenance Booklet, comprehensive maintenance records since new, along with other original Mercedes-Benz literature. The original manufacturer’s suggested retail price in 1983 including factory options was $32,999. The final negotiated purchase price for the vehicle was $28,471 by Mr. James Stafford from Stephenson Motor Co. at 4023 Oak Lawn Avenue, Dallas Texas 75219 on June 20, 1983. 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 aluminum trim, which wraps all of the
exterior glass and also runs along the roof rails is brilliant, without
scratches or fading, the latter being a telltale indicator that the car has
always been garage kept. 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
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 pinstripe is flawless. 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 original factory signature window sticker, interior stickers,
interior door jam specification plate, dealership inspection signature sticker,
core support stickers, emission specification stickers, coolant warning
stickers, etc. are all excellent. Interior Condition: The interior to this sedan is absolutely stunning!
The Blue Leather 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
parcel nets on the front seat backrests are snug against the seats. The
original Velour 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. Mechanical Condition: This
sedan runs absolutely excellent and has been exceptionally well maintained
since new. Its durable and fuel efficient 3.0 liter, 5-cylinder turbo charged
diesel motor is smooth and strong, and it gets an average of 27 plus 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
transmission shifts sure, timely, and proper. Independent suspension is solid
and comfortable, and the steering is tight and responsive. Recently, the car
received its scheduled maintenance service, including an oil and filter change
and transmission fluid and filter change by Classic Mercedes in Tyler.
Currently, there are no pending maintenance issues. Accessories Condition: 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 (3 original keys included; master, spare and valet key). 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 cassette stereo 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: This car was shipped from Germany to the port of importation in Houston, Texas. It was delivered to Stephenson Motor Co. in Dallas, TX (Currently Park Place Mercedes). It was purchased by Mr. James A. Stafford on June 6, 1983. This was one of two new Mercedes that James and Maime purchased that day. They could not decide whether to buy a Blue 300SD or a White 300D, so they bought both. The 300D was Mr. Stafford’s. He did not drive it much as he preferred to drive his Ford truck. He was a cattleman and rancher with a Masters Degree in Agricultural Economics. Mr. Stafford passed away in 1988 and Ms. Stafford kept it for sentimental reasons for the next 22 years out behind her home in a two car garage. She wrote me a letter explaining why the car had so few miles and I keep it in the glove compartment. She kept it maintained very well and had it serviced frequently at Classic Mercedes in Tyler Below is a list of the scheduled maintenance and lubrication services the car has received which is stamped in the Mercedes-Benz Maintenance Booklet. 06/20/83 10 miles Purchase date by Mr. Stafford 08/11/83 1,225 miles Stephenson Motor Co, Dallas TX 02/13/85 3,284 miles Ryan Motor Cars, Fort Worth, TX 10/27/99 23,111 miles Classic Mercedes, Tyler TX 01/23/06 24,074 miles Classic Mercedes, Tyler TX 08/22/07 24,344 miles Classic Mercedes, Tyler TX 04/09/10 24,784 miles Classic Mercedes, Tyler TX Currently it is parked safely in my garage in Henderson, Texas. |
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