I think it was just bad karma.

The 210's, while styling is controversial to some, have pure Benz mechanicals underneath.

If you really are afraid of these cars(for simplicity's sake), then go buy another 124, like your '87 300D. Or, even better; upgrade to an S-Class Benz with a 300SDL.

Just because its old, doesn't mean its ancient.

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1987 300SDL (324000)

1986 Porsche 951 (944 Turbo) (166000)

1978 Porsche 924 (99000)

1996 Nissan Pathfinder R50 (201000)