PeachParts Mercedes-Benz Forum - View Single Post - Considering purchase of a 1987 300D, what to look for?

Wodnek · #9 07-22-2009, 07:28 PM

I have 2.
87 300D
87 300TD

Both of mine have the 14 head. The guy that sold me the 300D told me to change the belt and belt tensioner every 3 years, weather it needs it or not.
I have heeded his advice. one has about 225,000 and the other 210,000 miles.

These cars can turn on a dime. With good tires and suspension components you can make a u turn at 35 mph. These have lots of rubber bits in the suspension. If it doesnt have nice tight handling, some of these rubber bits need to be replaced. None of them are expensive, and most are not difficult to replace yourself. In the rust belt the rubber parts last a long time.

Rust is not near the issue on a 124 as it is on a 123, or some say even a 210.
Cost was not an object on building these, and the build quality is excellent.

Parts have been cheap,rebuilt starter $150, caliper $45, brake pads $30.
W210 rims bolt on for an updated look, and good tire options. Euro style Depot lights can be had on ebay for $150.

i drive mine like i stole it, every single day, and it always puts a smile on my face.