It's more reasonable, and cheaper. I was giving that first mechanic a try, because he was very close to home.....he didn't charge me for his diagnosis, so no harm done.

If it turns out to be just that leaking filter gasket and engine mounts, I'll be pleased.

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1983 300D - 314,640 miles (not all by me) - Daily Driver --Sold--
1983 300d - 215,000 miles (approximately)