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05-28-2002, 01:48 PM
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Converted Diesel...Need Advice
I am in the process of looking for a wagon with a third seat for a friend of mine.
I want to find a 1981-1985 300TDT. Here is something very interesting I found: 1984 300TDT converted 30000 miles ago to a TE. Please advise regarding: 1. Reliability 2. Gas Mileage 3. Your honest thoughts on this vehicle in particular. My mouse-finger was just itching to "buy it now" for $4,500, but I needed to consult with the Jedi Council for advice first! Thanks in advance! -Brian
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05-28-2002, 04:57 PM
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It looks like it was an engine swap.
Were there any gas wagons of this W123 variety in the US? Might have been a grey market donor car. Personally, I think I'd pass as I not that much of my own mechanic. -m
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05-28-2002, 07:02 PM
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It sure is pretty. You could always convert it back to a diesel....
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05-29-2002, 01:32 AM
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I don't know man....I've seen VERY FEW conversions of any kind that were done right. I wouldn't trust it unless I knew who did the conversion, and that they didn't do a hack-job. This one looks nice and shiny, but that doesn't mean everything works right, or will last.
Why would anyone do such a conversion anyway? The diesel would have outlasted the gas engine by a LONG shot! Oh, well... He's asking too much for it, regardless. Mike
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05-29-2002, 03:21 PM
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Thanks guys!
That's why I asked you first b4 pursuing it. Your advice is more than enough for me! I will steer cleer... 
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Current: '91 300TE 4MATIC 317k and climbing... Former: '81 300TD Wagon 168K "Tank" '83 240D 216K 4spd manual "Da Bear" (aka best car ever) "Never sweat the petty things... and never pet the sweaty things."
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