1983 Mercedes-Benz 300 Class 300 SD 4dr Turbodiesel Sedan for sale in Ventura, CA

Listed at $8,500 USD.

Up for sale is a very nice California owned, garage kept Mercedes-Benz 300 turbo diesel. This is a one owner car for the past 12 years in California. It has zero rust. It has 206,000 miles but you would never know it from driving it or looking at it. It has been extremely well maintained, and it drives perfectly. It is a remarkably clean, well\-preserved example of Mercedes\-Benz’s legendary W123, powered by the 3.0-liter OM617 five\-cylinder turbo diesel and a tight four-speed automatic transmission. This car had been garage kept throughout its life. Most importantly for a W123 of this age, the body is completely rust-free. The exterior presents extremely well, approximately 8/10. Most of the paint is original, although the passenger\-side doors have received paintwork in the past. The interior is also an 8/10 and remains exceptionally clean and well preserved\. The car is equipped with power windows, power sunroof, cruise control and automatic climate control\. The air conditioning is presently inoperative and the power antenna doesn’t work. The remaining equipment functions as intended. This is not simply a cosmetically attractive W123. Considerable work has been performed to make it mechanically in outstanding condition. At 198,000 the car received a professionally installed replacement transmission along with extensive driveline work\. The total invoice was approximately $4,600 and included: - Replacement automatic transmission - Replacement driveshaft - Transmission mounts - Shift linkage and bushings - Driveshaft support components Only approximately 8,000 miles have been driven since this work was completed\ and I have all the service records. Additional recent maintenance and repairs include: - Both rear axles - Upper control arms - Complete tie\-rod assemblies - Steering damper - Radiator - Cooling\-system hoses - Fuel filters - Diesel injector return lines - Throttle/pedal linkage components I have a total of 12 years of service records documenting the maintenance and repair history of the car. The doors still close with the characteristic solidity of a W123. The interior has survived remarkably well. The body remains rust\-free. And rather than postponing the mechanical needs that inevitably accompany a 43\-year\-old automobile, considerable money has recently been spent addressing them. The car starts readily on the first crank, even when cold, drives beautifully and has the substantial, mechanical character that made these Mercedes diesels famous. It passes the cap dance test and has a very healthy engine. Service documentation and receipts accompany the car, including the approximately $4,600 transmission and driveline work performed. My name is Greg and I represent the estate as Power of Attorney in the sale of this car. I have the signed title in hand and ready to transfer to a new owner. My number is 8 zero 5- 407-5133. Price is firm. The car is located in Ojai California.

Price

$8,500 USD