I have a 1981 240D with an automatic trans.that has developed a noticeable vibration only in first gear from a dead stop.When the car shifts into a higher gear it is smooth with no vibration at all.Would it be the center bearing or flex disk causing the issue.The rear axle has been replaced about a year ago so I assume it's not the cv joints.Any advice or help would be greatly appreciated.

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Get under the car and look.

I have had collapsed motor mounts vibrate the entire vehicle at idle and as soon as I start rolling, the vibration goes away.

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300SDL takes off vibration issue?

Could be the exhaust. This was the case in my SDL. Put the car on a ramp and look for loose parts.

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