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Opinions and thoughts on this 300td turbo
I have been on the lookout for a 300td turbo since last fall. Anyone want to give me their thoughts on this one? I have not seen the car in person yet, just waiting for the owner to answer a few additional questions and get the VIN# to run a check.
Here is the owners description and photos: "great running Turbo Diesel Mercedes wagon, 240k so if you know these cars it has lots of life left! it has been my daily driver for a while, she'll take you where ever you want to go. A lot of work has been put in to the car -regular oil changes (every 4/5 months -sls system flushed fall also new pump seals 2013 -new glow plugs summer 2013 -new belts summer 2013 -new starter Dec. 2013 -alternator voltage regulator replaced fall 2013 -new battery fall 2013 -put some used better looking injectors in, summer 2013 (have another set of 5 used injectors that come with it) -both fuel filters replaced summer 2013 -valve adjustment done fall 2013 -new shifter linkage bushings fall 2013 -fresh oil change 3/7/14 -body is in great shape, no dents, no rust! paint is good, some oxidation on hood but I believe some compound could get that out interior I'd give a 6.5/10 its tan so the carpets haven't maintained a totally glowing color but I gave them all a shampoo summer 2013 front seats sink (driver more so) but no big rips in any seats! -Good brakes Cons -some oil weeps from the lower oil cooler line -small weep of sls fluid at return -transmission jerks on 2nd and 4th (if you know these cars that is extremely common, just a vacuum thing, I believe the modulator needs adjusting) -new tab time! $2500" |
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People always skip the shot of hte driver's seat because the springs are broken and the Tex is cracked, cloth holding the pleats is shot and the back is wallet worn.
That's a decent starting price. You won't know until you see it. Climate needs obviously work. AC will be expensive to repair. Nothing was said about the suspension which can also add up. Transmission is likely vacuum. Perhaps the pods only need replacing or new diaphragms. Search here to determine whether 123 vac pods can be accessed with the dash in place. I've seen remanned trans for $1500 to $2500. I'd use the price of new pods as a discount point. Everything adds up even if you only count parts price. I'm afraid to see what I have in my $1500 SD that still isn't finished. (I just logged on to buy parts & made the time consuming mistake of checking the forum.) On the other hand, it's not going to be perfect for $2,500. Take cash in case you like it.
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85SD 240K & stopped counting painted, putting bac together. 84SD 180,000. sold to a neighbor and member here but I forget his handle. The 84 is much improved from when I had it. 85TD beginning to repair to DD status. Lots of stuff to do. |
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Look under the floor mats for rust, and around the jack points, bottom of doors as well. Ditto on the drivers seat.
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[SIGPIC] Diesel loving autocrossing grandpa Architect. 08 Dodge 3/4 ton with Cummins & six speed; I have had about 35 benzes. I have a 39 Studebaker Coupe Express pickup in which I have had installed a 617 turbo and a five speed manual.[SIGPIC] ..I also have a 427 Cobra replica with an aluminum chassis. |
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It seems alright for the price.
Be weary though, both of the black wagons for sale on Seattle craigslist have been for sale for a long time now.
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1981 300TD 4 speed manual Euro bumpers, zender valance and skirts, H&R springs, billy HD's, leveled sls, real AMG Pentas 16x8 et11, vdo boost/egt gauges intergrated into ash tray, eurolights, led 3rd brake light |
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Looks like SLS is shot, it should sit much higher than that. Not exactly a cheap fix depending on what is really wrong with it. Do make sure it's all still there, as I have seen people try to shore up the rear with various things. This is how is should be sitting parked... |
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carfax report dilema
Thanks for the responses thus far.
I pulled a carfax report and now I am unsure whether to continue looking at this car as a possibility. The owner says he has a clean title, but the carfax states "08/23/1995 TOTAL LOSS VEHICLE Vehicle declared a total loss by an insurance company Collision damage reported Sold at salvage auction" report also says "CARFAX began reporting this information on 02/25/2013" Why the late date? Owner still claims his title is clean and not a salvage or WA rebuilt title. I still haven't seen the car in person and am trying to decide whether the 2 hour round trip drive is worth it. I don't have a problem assessing and testing most of the cars systems but frame is another thing. Thanks, Shannon |
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A car this old can be totaled for any number of reasons besides frame damage.
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[SIGPIC] Diesel loving autocrossing grandpa Architect. 08 Dodge 3/4 ton with Cummins & six speed; I have had about 35 benzes. I have a 39 Studebaker Coupe Express pickup in which I have had installed a 617 turbo and a five speed manual.[SIGPIC] ..I also have a 427 Cobra replica with an aluminum chassis. |
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I have decided to pass on this 300td. Between the SLS, air conditioning, and salvage title I am feeling uncomfortable.
Thanks for the help, I will keep looking, Shannon |
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Have you personally seen the other Seattle listed 300TD or just the listing? 1982 Mercedes 300TD Diesel Wagon The SLS on this one looks better, but a different side shot would help. Shannon |
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1981 300TD 4 speed manual Euro bumpers, zender valance and skirts, H&R springs, billy HD's, leveled sls, real AMG Pentas 16x8 et11, vdo boost/egt gauges intergrated into ash tray, eurolights, led 3rd brake light |
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I'd trot over there with a couple thousand and if all the stuff he says is good is good make him an offer.
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[SIGPIC] Diesel loving autocrossing grandpa Architect. 08 Dodge 3/4 ton with Cummins & six speed; I have had about 35 benzes. I have a 39 Studebaker Coupe Express pickup in which I have had installed a 617 turbo and a five speed manual.[SIGPIC] ..I also have a 427 Cobra replica with an aluminum chassis. |
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Thanks again for the help, Shannon |
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