I think all the 140 diesels are rod benders, unless the problem has been dealt with. My opinion, is tat if you get one at a good price, and its what you want, deal with the issue, when and if it occurs.

i made a similar decision when i bought my 05 CDI. I knew there was a risk of an expensive SBC repair, and it happened. I fixed it and moved on.

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1959 Gravely LI, 1963 Gravely L8, 1973 Gravely C12
1982 380SL
1978 450 SEL 6.9 euro restoration at 63% and climbing
1987 300 D
2005 CDI European Delivery
2006 CDI Handed down to daughter
2007 GL CDI. Wifes