I have an 82 240D 4 speed manual,non turbo,with over 300K miles. When i bought it it required a shot of ether to get started, then it would start normally all day. It wont start with the ether anymore and im assuming all those ether dry starts and high mileage have worn out the rings. I have located an engine with 175K miles for $400.00. I am planning on just swapping engines. Any comments or warnings to my plan? The engine mounts look a little tired. i might change them? Trying too keep the cost of this job down.

You should very strongly consider changing anything that ages like rubber
while the block is out. Soo much easier with no motor. That includes vacuum hoses too.

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1985 300D 198K sold
1982 300D 202K
1989 300E 125K
1992 940T

"If you dont have time to do it safely, you dont have time to do it"

"The democracy will cease to exist when you take away from those who are willing to work and give to those who would not."

Sage advice. thank you. what is the value of this car? its in perfect condition,new ac compressor,cold ac, working sunroof. wear on the driver seat. also where can i get tan vinyl replacement seat covers?

A clean rust-free 240D is worth $3,000 to the right person, if running, tuned, all windows and locks working, crack-free dash, and decent interior.