I need to sell my 85 300D. Anthracite/palomino. 280,000 miles.
I purchased in 2010 with 264,000. Daughter was driving it, but now I don't need it anymore. I have 1 too many cars!

I may be able to deliver the car to San Antonio, Austin or Dallas. Yes, I am in Houston, but my street never had more than 3 inches of water in it. Asking $900 OBO.

The Good:

• engine oil lines replaced
• engine mounts replaced
• both engine shocks replaced
• rebuilt turbocharger (new bearing section and M*********rce rebuild kit)
• oil pan gasket replaced, leak repaired
• turbo drain pipe leak repaired (new O-rings)
• fuel injectors rebuilt (Monark parts), pop tested/balanced
• all glow plugs replaced with Monark plugs, holes reamed
• all fuel return hoses replaced with correct hoses
• engine starts immediately
• engine/transmission strong
• transmission fluid, filter and pan gasket replaced
• short coolant hose replaced
• thermostat replaced
• monovalve core replaced
• drive belts replaced
• fuses upgraded to all copper
• power steering fluid flushed, filter replaced
• power steering high pressure hose replaced
• instrument cluster upgraded to LED lighting
• rebuilt/correctly functioning cruise control
• all shock absorbers replaced with Bilstein Comfort shocks
• replaced front wheel bearings
• replaced front brake rotors/calipers with 1st Gen W126 parts
• replaced rear calipers/pads
• all four brake lines replaced with stainless steel braided lines
• driver door master vacuum valve replaced
• carpets replaced throughout the car
• all 4 wheels on the ground refinished using the M*********rce kit
• electrical switch on back of ignition cylinder replaced
• supplimental brake light sockets/bulbs installed
• programmable wiper delay replacement installed
• sunroof lubrication service performed
• black dashboard cover (short-pile carpet)
• driver's window mechanism functions correctly
• replaced badly bent driver's door

The Bad:

• paint (just look)
• both front ball joints bad
• passenger side floor rusted/repaired with MagicPaint/fiberglass
• front tire wearing on outside edge
• steering wheel shaking above 52 MPH
• no A/C. Parts are present, but doesn't function
• water intrusion around battery tray, even though area has been
• cleaned/treated
• wood trim in sad shape
• previous owner backed into something with right rear corner of car
• clear coat gone everywhere
• in the middle of a project to close all body moulding mounting holes
• Texas state inspection (safety only) expired at end of July 2017. Will not pass at the moment because of worn front tire.
• sunroof needs new seals
• both rear windows go up/down with switch, but sometimes have clicking problems
• front passenger window switch needs service. Mechanism works fine.
• central locking system still needs work
• typical driver's seat

More pics:
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Mike Frederick
1986 300SDL, 240K+ miles
1985 300D KaliKar, 270K+ miles

Pictures looks good. But the car is bit old already passed 2,80,000 miles.

I'm interested in those rain shield visors on the two front doors! Where did you find/get them? I'd love to have some on my 300TD. Let me know, please, either here (I'm sure lots of others want to know too) or a PM.
Thanks in advance, and good luck with the sale of your car. If closer, I'd be seriously tempted.
Bob
Lou.Ky

Thanks, I forgot to mention those...they are standard-issue WeatherTech parts. Just went to their website and ordered them. Came in a nicely packaged box (they are awkward to ship). Very well made and just slide into the window channels. I have enjoyed them, especially with no A/C on rainy days.

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Mike Frederick
1986 300SDL, 240K+ miles
1985 300D KaliKar, 270K+ miles

I just went to their site to order, but it was $75.00 for purchase and shipping, then they wanted another $5.95 for shipping and damage insurance! Guess I'm too much of a cheapskate - cancelled the order. Have to mull that one over a bit.

Thanks for the reply, though. Maybe i'll spring for them eventually, but not yet.

Bob

The car is still here and for sale. Last week I had another member of this forum from the area show some interest and he came and drove the car. He thought it is a good deal but he has 1 too many cars also.

I don't think that I mentioned that I have all of the waistline body trim and that all comes with the car.

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Mike Frederick
1986 300SDL, 240K+ miles
1985 300D KaliKar, 270K+ miles

This car is still for sale; I will lower the asking price to $600.

The only thing that keeps me from using it as a daily driver is the lack of A/C.

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Mike Frederick
1986 300SDL, 240K+ miles
1985 300D KaliKar, 270K+ miles