Thanks!
If you want to look at the 1985 190 D auto trans on Sf Bay area Craigslist, it was posted on 11/28 titled Mercedes Benz 1985 190D- $3500 Oakland-piedmont.
Does it sound like reasonable price, it had a lot parts replaced! The owner sent me pics, looks like in good cosmetic shape.

I'll test drive it on Fri. and maybe take it to my indy MBZ mech for a presale inspection.
Thanks again for first hand input.

Frankie

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