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1982 Mercedes 300D |
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Specifications:
Description: When we first looked at this car (which was a new car trade-in at Palm Toyota in Fort Myers, Florida) we thought "OK, this is clearly a surgeon's vehicle that was dealer maintained and garage kept for the last twenty years." It's just that easy on the eyes, and a resounding pleasure to drive. We can't actually vouch for the doctor or prove that it was garage kept, but feel confident saying that's the impression you'll get when you see it up close. It's as clean and nice as it appears to be in the photos.
Having driven a good number of Mercedes diesels, this one offered startling performance - the word "fast" was actually used on our test drive, something virtually unheard of when describing this breed. The blow-by from the motor is downright minimal, and it's apparent that an almost obsessive maintenance schedule was followed for this machine. The oil pressure pegs right away and the engine temperature remains in optimal range at highway speeds or idling. The turbo provides excellent boost, and the transmission shifts just as it did in 1982. The brakes are strong and have been recently refreshed, and the glow plugs warm the engine up for starting almost instantly. The vacuum system is working exactly as it should, and it produces a smooth idle with a friendly diesel clatter at any engine temperature. It rolls down the road at 80mph solid and straight, and handles corners and bumps with ease and stability. This car needs absolutely nothing mechanically.
The cosmetics are an equally good story. The body and underneath are visibly free from corrosion, with absolutely none to be seen in the usual spots around the windshield, wheel wells or in the trunk. There are very few dings or marks of any kind, and the paint appears to be original and in extremely good condition. It waxes up beautifully. The radial tires are in excellent shape, with 80% of their tread left on them. The metal trim has slight clouding from sun rays but remains excellent overall.
Inside is stunning, and in a rare condition. The seats and trim are virtually untouched by wear or sun, and there is no fading, rips or tears to be found. The carpet has not noticeably faded, and the wood is in excellent condition, with only one crack in the finish near the center console shifter. The seats adjust smoothly and easily, the original floor mats are in place, and the headliner and visors are tight and near perfect. This interior has been very much unmolested.
This fine W123 model is not short on options, with power central locking (including gas door and trunk), power windows, power locks, cruise control, engine tachometer, intermittent wipers, amber driving lights, alloy wheels, full size spare, and an aftermarket CD player. The power steering is light and perfect with the proper amount of driver feedback. The air conditioning blows cold and heat works just as it should.
If you're looking for a 300D that needs nothing to be an upstanding daily driver, this is very much the one you want. It's a genuine treat to drive, was extremely well maintained, and could deliver more than 300,000 additional miles if continued on a proper maintenance schedule. We would feel confident driving this car to Alaska.
Sold $5,900 (USD) phone (239) 287-4561 for details |
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