So I am certain there is loads of info and practical based opinions in the formum somewhere already, but in an effort to save a bit of time with my limited computer use I am just out right asking:

What diesel MB model would you recomend

I am looking to scale down my w123 investments and get something "newer" for the wife.
Parameters:

#1 Better safety for the new family.
ABS, some airbags, handling, and bigger body, brings us to...

#2 More room for the family.
Rear seat that can handle the baby seats. Quieter and legroom improvements. A big trunk (since wagons are rare)

#3 Not over complicated for DIY.
Avoiding computers and complicated emissions. Major flaw years where you have to investigate dealer recalls ex 350SDL. Leads to..

#4 Accepting of WVO.
Sure anything is possible and some folks wouldn't use the stuff in their neighbor's tractor, but I am looking for an equally simple and forgiving engine as the 617. I filter very well from a quality source, but don't want to kill a performance car or constantly clog the wrong kind of injection system

#5 Reasonably affordable parts and quality used models to search for


Open to other good factors that could limit my search.

Thanks for reading


And if you have a good example for sale
PM me, especially if you want to work a trade for one of my w123s

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1990 300D 2.5Turbo, two tank WVO, daily driver 300,911
1992 E300 gaser, 150k. Parts only, For Sale

[B]1984 300TD Euro 4speed Sold
1977 300D Elsbett SVO single tank Sold
1981 300TD "Silver bullet" 285k ran B100 Sold
1981-5 300D x 5 cars stripped and reused, parts for sale

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1995 Dodge 2500 Cummins 12V P7100 Bosch mechanical pump with 2 tank veggieconversion kit, only 120k!
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