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Mercedes Benz 300cd 1985 Rare Color & Original Paint- All Records, Near Mint on 2040-cars
US $7,995.00
Year:1985
Mileage:260000
Color:
Location:
Atlantic Highlands, New Jersey, United States
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A RARE FIND- A documented, very well cared for, one-owner (until 2012) coupe. Featuring an excellent, rare color combination, and all original books and most records, tracking all repairs and mileage. Often these cars odometers break and milage 'disappears' until the owner gets around to fixing it, in this case, the records track correctly from original purchase, and document the replaced odoometer and reset milage- it is 100% accurate.
This classic Coupe was the last year for the famous body style, and one of about 1250. The 1985 model year is considered superior to other years to due improvements in drivetrain- better shifting points and some engine adjustments in the final year. I have not seen many 1985 coupes in the gray metallic/palomino color- and it is truly a stunning combination.
The exterior: Excellent, original Anthracite Gray paint is deeply glossy and even the chrome and pinstriping is fantastic. All exterior trim peices and items are present and in good shape. Rubber seals beginning to dry but still function well. Glass great (one tiny chip in left edge of windshield). Antenna is original and works perfectly. There is a ding on the driver door chrome, and one an upper edge of the driver fender, both hard to notice. There is a spot of rust on the driver rear wheel well, underside, just at the 'point' where is meets the arc of the wheel well. Inside this area, there is no visible rust so this appears to be a surface problem that got under the original undercoating and has eaten away an inch. It could easily be repaired while leaving the paint intact elsewhere. On the passenger wheel well, on the inside of the arc at about 2 o clock, there is a small spot where pimples of rust are starting to come through the paint. Again, minor and surface. The doors rae fantastic, the underside is dry, oil and rust free. The Interior: All original and in excellent shape. Dry and tight. No squeaks, closes like a bank vault. A 1.5 inch dash crack near the right side speaker. Glove box a little sticky on closing. All wood is great. Every light, switch, window, sunroof, knob, button all work as they should. Vacuum locks- even the seatbacks- work well and fast. AC climate control works great- the temp and blower modulate correctly when the dial is adjusted. The sun visors' lids are cracked and require careful handling- (this is an easy fix- replacement lids are available form the 126 series for $26 a pair.) headliner is perfect. Seats are well padded and not saggy or broken. Colors are still in great shape, indiciating a life of garaged storage. Everything is working- except the cruise control. I think the AC works as far as blowing cold, (orio owner assured me it was up to snuff) but I have only owned the car in winter. Mechanics- and other stuff that breaks. EVERYTHING is great. No worries, no thumps, shifts, starts, stops, runs, drives, corners and handles terrifically. Transmission and engine in terrific shape with no leaks, and great shift feel (these transmissions can be clunky- this one is smooth and crisp). Exhaust, brakes, tires, oil changes, all serviced as needed. Excellent, top quality tires are almost new- excellent tread depth. Antenna is original and perfectly working. Every light, wire etc works and all appear as original- nothing hokey and no shortcuts taken. History: This car was owned by a wealthy car fanatic who cared for it (documented, and consistent) like the prize it is. The servic e book documents regular oil changes and normal milage; there are repair records dating back to 1992. The original protect-o-plate and manuals are all there. That owner sold it a year ago to his good freind. After 6 months, the freind's wife did not like it so he decided to sell- and I got it from him in a direct purchase, about three months ago. I am a collector of these cars and have been looking for original paint, good color combo 1985 coupe (that is all I buy) for a very long time. In 2009, I sold my mint, 95K mile Pearl Black 85 coupe..began to miss it last year and started a search for a similar minty coupe in a good color. This gray one was the best I found (finally!). In an amazing twist of good luck, the person I sold mine too, just called me last week, to offer it back to me since they are moving to Germany. I jumped on the offer, and now have to sell this one- though, I admit, the gray/tan color combo is more appealing that my pearl black one! I feel this car can be driven across country, I welcome it to be inspected and driven and will answer all questions as fully as possble. I have created a photobucket account with 54 pictures- saerch online for 'photobucket' and when you are there, look for user ID 'Njview' and click on the 300CD album (it should be the only one there and it is public so should be viewable easily). Good luck and happy bidding! On Dec-07-13 at 19:51:37 PST, seller added the following information: Update:I just noticed a small 1 (inch?) tear at the lower, outer edge of the driver's seat (M-B Tex upholstery, basically where your left kidney would be. On Dec-07-13 at 20:41:59 PST, seller added the following information: Link is not working. Please send your email information to me by texting my phone, with a request for photo bucket link and I will forward the email with the link in it. My phone is 732 245 7523, also please call with any questions, 10-10 EST. Thanks. |
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