How on earth does a camshaft "break"?? From craigslist. They're asking 600, no pics.

We have a 1982 240D Diesel Mercedes in great exterior and interior condition. Many people have complimented us on it and wanted to buy it with avid interest.
Recently the camshaft broke. The car has only 170,000 miles on it. The paint and the body is in great condition and so is the transmission. .
This is an extremely economical car as well. If you are interested

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84 Euro 240D 4spd. 220.5k sold
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