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Mercedes Benz 300d Diesel on 2040-cars

Year:1987 Mileage:300000 Color: Gold
Location:

Searcy, Arkansas, United States

Searcy, Arkansas, United States
Advertising:
Transmission:4 sp auto
Body Type:4 dr
Vehicle Title:Clear
Engine:6 cylinder (603)
Fuel Type:Diesel
VIN: WDBEB33D0HA253310 Year: 1987
Make: Mercedes-Benz
Model: 300-Series
Trim: 300D
Options: Sunroof
Safety Features: Anti-Lock Brakes, Driver Airbag
Drive Type: 4 sp auto
Power Options: Power Windows, Power Seats
Mileage: 300,000
Exterior Color: Gold
Number of Doors: 4
Number of Cylinders: 6
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. ... 

      You are bidding on my daily driver for the last 3 1/2 years, a 1987 Mercedes 300D with the 603 6 cylinder engine.  I bought the car after seeing it sit, broken down in the employee lot where I work for over a year, and bought it from the owner, never having had a diesel car before, thus starting my love affair with these cars.  I have three.  Wifey says sell two.  Back to the car.  I have done a few things to the car to assure its reliability, and having no records on the car, I set about catching up on maintenance that had obviously gone unattended for quite some time.  I put in Monarch nozzle tips and changed the fluid in everything that has fluid, along with the filters.  (transmission filter looked good)  I replaced a seal in the steering box, in my quest to staunch the myriad leaks. New timing chain and tensioner. Two new glow plugs.  New water pump. New serpentine belt, tensioner and shock.  Rebuilt alternator. Cleaned out ALDA circuit, so it breathes well.  New front rotors and brake pads, right front wheel bearing.  Several tie rod ends, and the left ball joint.  Cleaned out radiator when I had it out to replace the water pump.
       Now for the things that I still haven't gotten to.  No A/C.  I didn't care that much.  Heat works, as long as you're moving.  I was good with that too.  My commute was 2 hrs, one way, all on the highway, once a week.  Right rear window doesn't roll down.  Radio doesn't work.  Didn't care about that either, given that I like to listen to the engine... There are more, lets see...no cruise control, trunk lid mysteriously gets water in it when it rains.  No idea how it gets in there.  Odometer didn't work when I got it...stuck at 204k.  I've put a boost gauge on it, and it will put out around 14 psi.  Coolant temp stays right at 85 degrees C.  Front left bumper is torn up.
     Sunroof works.  32 mpg.  Burns or leaks a quart of oil every 2000 miles.  It WILL do at least 100 mph!  It's just fun to drive!
     I am sure I've forgotten a few things, but I'll add them as I think of them.  As I said before, I would have been happy to keep this car, but Wifey likes the newest one I've got, (it has air), so it's gotta find a new, hopefully thoughtful owner. Low reserve, so bid with confidence!  
     $500 down payment within 24 hours of auction close via Paypal.  Remainder due when you pick up car. Cash or Cashiers check or money order.  No personal checks.  You pick up.

    

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