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Originally Posted by LandYaghtLover
Well if I pick it up, I will find out my options. I have no problem installing what may be needed to keep her reliable and running all winter.
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I have owned 190Ds and even still own a 180D!
They don't accelerate quickly at all, and have difficulty getting above 55.
If you want a car that will traverse Texas at 45 mph and get good mileage., this is it.
If you live in a small town and take your time getting to work, this is it.
This car was the successor to the 180D " Lolaflores" taxi that clattered about Europe in the 1950s-1960s and was meant for urban speeds of less than 40 mph.
As long as you know what the car's design intent is, then you can make a decision.
A better winter beater would be a slightly rusty W123 240D: faster, but not fast, economical, partds easily available.
I have a rusty 240D as my beater commuter and it serves me well all year with an occasional use of the block heater on cold days, new glow plugs and synthetic oil in the winter.