So I need an auto trans vehicle due to an upcoming surgery on my ACL. I figure now is a good time to make it a diesel since Ive always wanted to run on WVO and stick it to the man..www.vegenergy.com.

Anyhow, Ive got somewhere between $3-$4k to spend (dont want this 1st attempt to be on too nice of a car). Can anyone steer me in a good direction as for model and year mecedes I should be looking for?

I have been thinking about the turbo diesel 300D (from like 1984) or the newer 1987 300 SD. I wonder how long those turbos last though? I know they can be very expensive to rebuild or replace, and typical lesser makes only get 100-150k out of a turbo. Seems all the mercedes in my price range are pushing at least 200k. Perhaps I should just stick with a non turbo 300D.

If anyone knows a source for these cars near Atlanta, what kind I should get, or any advice on buying to go the WVO route, please help me out!

Paul