Thoroughly enjoying my new 300CD, of course my curiosity is up as to practical, similar vehicles for wifey in place of the Cruze - which has been a good car, just small for a carseat and so-so on living up to the word "utilitarian". Also, the interior room and seat comfort don't hold a candle to the Benz.

Go-to is 300TD, but they're on the rare/desirable side and she prefers stick. Staying within 70's and 80's models, there are some offerings from Volvo, BMW, VW, etc. - but was the TD the biggest European wagon, sold in the US, of its day?

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'82 300CD
"Pearl", the very first turbo diesel 123 coupe
Totaled 11/23/18, rebuild in progress.
'85 300TD, "Artemis".
'78 300D euro, "Ol' Red", mostly retired.
'85 300D, "Gandalf".