Okay here's the deal . . .

Currently I own a '95 Civic, it's a great car, but it just doesn't do it for me. So i found a buyer for my Civic, and therefor I have the freedom to look around for a replacement car.

Being a self-proclaimed "automotive-activist" & and interested in alternate fuels/energy sources, i've become very interested in having a Bio-Diesel Mercedes Benz.

I found a W115 '75 300D around me, with a recently re-built motor, and AC (which is a must in Southern California). I've had a '79 300CD in the past, so i'm use to some of the "quirks" of having a diesel. On a side note . . . i've thought about getting a W123 300D, but would prefer the nostalgia of the W115.

My Questions....


What should I look out for on this Mercedes Benz model? besides the usual of rust etc.

What's your opinion of the car?

How would I go about converting the car into a Bio-diesel car?

*I've done some research and have found mixed answers. Some sources claim no changes are needed, some say adding more fuel filters is required etc.


What else should I be concerned about?


Any comment would be highly appriciated.

(RE-POSTED in Vintage Section)

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'77 300D 387,000 Miles . . .

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'79 300CD (SOLD)