Low Mileage 1979 Mercedes 240d Converted To 300d Turbo on 2040-cars

Year:1979 Mileage:25489 Color: White /
Black

Location:

Knoxville, Tennessee, United States

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Advertising:

Transmission:Manual
Body Type:Sedan
Vehicle Title:Clear
Engine:3.0 Turbo Diesel
Fuel Type:Diesel
For Sale By:Private Seller

Condition:
Used
VIN (Vehicle Identification Number): 12312310102366
Year: 1979
Make: Mercedes-Benz
Model: 300-Series
Cab Type (For Trucks Only): Not Applicable
Trim: Sedan
Options: Leather Seats, CD Player
Drive Type: Rear Wheel Drive
Power Options: Air Conditioning
Mileage: 25,489
Sub Model: 240D
Exterior Color: White
Disability Equipped: No
Interior Color: Black
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Number of Cylinders: 5

This super clean 25,000 mile 240D looks close to time capsule condition, minus a few changes by the previous owner to set it apart from factory original. This car has had the 18,000 mile 240D taken out and a 3.0 turbo diesel put in its place. These 5 cylinder diesels will provide steady, reliable, power for years. It is amazing that a car like this has survived for so long with such few miles as they aren't exotic and were meant to be used hard. The new engine doubles the horse power over the old and puts it somewhere in the 125 range.

This particular car has tons of upgrades, including that engine transplant. Also installed are a 5 speed manual and a new rear differential to accommodate the new gearing. Some upgraded interior wood components and some AMG rims also add to the look. The original seller painted the car, even though the original probably didn't need it, but used the opportunity to tidy up a few things.

The original wheels also come with the car if you want a truly original look.

On Sep-18-14 at 05:36:18 PDT, seller added the following information:

I also have tons of receipts and paper work that total over 30k to make this car top notch!

On Sep-19-14 at 07:53:36 PDT, seller added the following information:

I've had alot of questions on the car. The engine was replaced at 18,000 miles with a rebuilt out of an 85' 300d turbo. The pictures i have when the engine out of the car are incredible, it looks brand new. The transmission is a 5 speed manual with reverse. When the engine was replaced, the previous owner spared no expense. You name it, it was replaced. The 14,000 dollar service bill explains it all. No expense was spared on this car. The car itself has around a 6,000 dollar paint job on it. When the engine was out the car was repainted, even the engine bay! I've been a Mercedes enthusiast for over 25 years and this is the nicest one I have ever seen or come across. The next owner of this car will be very pleased in every respect. Thanks for all the interest.

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