No, this is no joke. I've decided to part with my beloved Ol' Turbo and move on to other cars. Many forum members all over the country have seen and driven Ol' Turbo, and can testify to its condition. Some (The_Don) has referred to it as one of the forum's "legend cars". Its life since purchase has been documented on this forum.I have toyed with the idea of selling before, but this is my first time advertising.
I purchased this car back in 2007 (165k) and have put alot of work into making a show ready driver. All maintenance is up to date, and countless items repaired which I have documented. The car currently has 198,000 miles on it, and is ready for another 198,000. Hot air and Cold R12 AC with a new compressor, new brakes, replaced suspension components, new tires, oil cooler lines, recent valve adjustment and shut off valve replacement, recent transmission adjustment and service, the list goes on and on. The body, paint and interior are in great condition, the front seats covered with authentic Australian sheepskin covers for extra comfort. The car starts well in very cold weather, and the turbo spools up just like it should. This is also the smoothest shifting W123 that I have ever driven since Dieselkraught tuned it atop Angeles crest, and many forum members who drove it have agreed. The only issues are thumpy but functional rear window regulators, dead antenna that fully extends manually, and disabled vacuum locks. Absolutely no fluid leaks of any kind, a rarity with these older diesels. Wheels were proffessionally refinished and less than 1000 miles ago I put on new Bridgestones. I would not hesitate to drive this car across country, and I have on numerous occasions, including 3 trips to Texas, 1 to Vail, Vegas, and Southern California, and 1 trip to New Orleans and Central Florida. I have photos of the car in all these places. I also keep in touch with the original owners, and have a photo of the car from back in 1987.
All sentimentality aside, this will make a great car for the next owner. It should provide decades of enjoyment with proper care. I have priced it this cheap because it simply must go to a forum member who will take care of it. The asking price is about the same as the quote for the paint job. I want to hear updates on the car as well.
Oh, the places you'll go!
Corpus Christi, Tx
Edwards, Co
Las Vegas, Nv
Las Angeles, Ca
Grand Lake, Ok
New Orleans, LA
Memphis, Tn
Destin, Fl
The original owner leaving her wedding day Dallas, Tx: 1987
