Now hattie....you best be careful and not dump too much cash into this car.
I can see it now...
...Euro headlights
...full body work
...etc etc.
I wouldn't go over a grand for that car. My 300SD sounds nicer than that one and I got it for 750 (rust free).
I am curious to see what you think of the 617 after you do all the fun tasks like adjusting valves, changing filters, etc. Should run good. Mine with 280K rips.
Take a look where those glow plugs are too...nice and easy to get to