The condition of the interior and exterior was laughable. The engine and transmission felt great though. This car is exactly like the 240D I picked up for $300.00 at the Salvation Army 10 years ago. Back then I had more time and energy for a restoration. I like the feel of the OM602, but this car looks like a daunting project.

On the flip side, I also looked at a '87 190E 2.3 with a 5spd. The body and interior are very nice, but the engine won't hold idle. If CA wasn't so tough on diesels, the OM602 would make the 190E into a nice car.

BTW, does anyone know how to remove an electronic driver's seat if it's stuck all the way back with no access to the rear bolts? When I tried the switch, the seat would jerk a little bit so I think there is something going on with the track. This is for the 190E I looked at.

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