Looking to buy a 1980’s MB S Class diesel.

[cgryphon]

Looking to buy a 1980’s MB S Class diesel. I’d like to get some pros/cons, differences, experience, etc.

I've spent the last couple of days doing the search thing and lots of reading. Looks like an active and well spoken forum. Thanks for that. I'm forming opinions from what I've read, but thought I would ask my questions specifically.

Do you like the 5 or 6 cylinder models?

SD vs. SDL?

Early 80’s or late 80’s?

I’m looking at an ’83 (5 cylinder) SD Cream w/ Tobacco Leather with about 115K miles – or – an ’87 (6 cylinder) SDL Silver w/ Blue Leather with about 135K miles.

Any specific problems I should be looking for in this mileage range (timing chain, brakes, suspension, etc)?

All opinions appreciated!

Thanks,

cg