I am/was considering an 84 300SD with 153K. Odometer shows 153K, but I am thinking it is a little more, considering some things. The engine sounds fine (except for a little louder than others I have heard clack sound) and the power seems great for a diesel. A little slow starting out, but fine after some RPMS gain. The transmission had a firm 1-2 shift and even 2-3 at times, but at other times, it is like it kind of slowly "slips" into 3rd gear. I have postponed buying it because of this. I would think that a "well maintained" 300SD should have a transmission lasting longer than 153K. The A/C still works fine believe it or not. Everything seems to work except for the passenger side window will not go below an inch and the driverside door will not lock unless the door is shut. Body is 100% rust free- even on the jack points, but the original paint is peeling and fading on the top and hood. Has the typical cracks (2) on the dash board. Needs tires soon. They are asking $2000 for this car. The car is a dark gray color. The woman said that they have owned it for 2 years and it was a 1-owner car before that. The engine seems to "clack" a little louder than some other 300SD's I have seen, but I think it is OK. I did see some drips of oil under the car as well. Any advice/information appreciated.

No, I did not run a complete Carfax on the car to check the mileage. I know for a fact it has not been wrecked, as the paint is definitely original.

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2004 Toyota Sequoia Limited 4wd
1991 Lincoln Town Car Executive
1991 Cadillac Sedan DeVille
1988 Mercedes 300SEL
1972 Chevrolet Caprice Kingswood Estate 9-passenger wagon
1973 Pontiac Grand Ville
(Prior MB's: 1974 240D, 1985 380SE, 1984 190D, 1993 400SEL)