I have a 1985 300d with 230k miles that I bought from an original owner. It is clean. The only issues are A/C isn't working, steering play, and the right rear quarter panel must have been hit because the repair job is terrible. You can see the discolored paint and bondo cracking. Other than that, the car runs and drives great. I have the opportunity to buy a 1983 300d with 204k miles for $2k. The body is completely straight and it doesnt have any rust, no paint fade but the paint will need buffing. The A/C too isn't working and it also has steering play. Is it worth getting the 1982 for $2K and selling the 1985??? Is it worth taking the 1985 rear end and putting it on the 1982?
Need help deciding if it is worth it or am I wasting my time???
Thanks!