1986-87 300D Turbo (sedan and wagon)
1990-93 300D2.5 Turbo
1995 E300 Diesel

Europe and Asia got additional models.

Look for the car with the best set of records, indicating ownership by people who care, regardless of year. Remember that any 1986 model is ten years older than any 1995 model. It's getting harder and harder to find the older 124s in decent shape as more and more are wrecked or ruined by ignorant owners and/or mechanics.

The 300D2.5 Turbo is probably under-appreciated. Kept in good condition, it is not a slug yet gets excellent fuel economy. The OM606NA engine in the 1995 E300 Diesel is also efficient; this car can be found in the hands of first or second owners, whereas the 1986-87 300D Turbo is usually on its 4th owner or thereabouts.

Jeremy

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"Buster" in the '95

Our all-Diesel family
1996 E300D (W210) . .343,000 miles Wife's car
2005 E320 CDI . . 148,000 miles My car
Santa Rosa population 177,300 (2026 projected)
Total. . . . . . . . . . . . 668,300
"Oh lord won't you buy me a Mercedes Benz."
-- Janis Joplin, October 1, 1970