There are significant differences between the 82-85 123 TD's a later models. You should decide which problems with which you are comfortable dealing. Many people here prefer the 617 engine in the 82-85 TD's. Later engines have aluminum heads.
The hydropneumatic suspension on the wagons is the cat's meow but can be expensive to repair if major parts fail.
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1977 300d 70k--sold 08
1985 300TD 185k+
1984 307d 126k--sold 8/03
1985 409d 65k--sold 06
1984 300SD 315k--daughter's car
1979 300SD 122k--sold 2/11
1999 Fuso FG Expedition Camper
1993 GMC Sierra 6.5 TD 4x4
1982 Bluebird Wanderlodge CAT 3208--Sold 2/13
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