Found 2 at a dealer, both just over 100K, asking prices about 18K. I think both are turbos, maybe just one of them. Is the 95 300 really a 300 and not a rod-bending 350 motor. How serious is the surging problems these cars tend to have? Is the non-turbo too slow for words or would it compare favorably to an 83 300 turbo sedan? I couldn't see rust on either of these and they both come with 12 mo. warranties (I think). I would be able to test drive them. What should I look for other than the usual no shake, no pull etc. How much smoke is acceptable when trouncing the loud pedal from a dead stop? Using a stop watch, what could I expect for 0-60 times for both of these (to determine if car is running reasonably OK). Transmission, any gotchas to watch for, flaring, thunking etc. I need this car to run up to 300 to 400 K with proper maintenance. Is this doable withthis car, i.e. is it as much of a brick ....house as the 123 w/OM617 motor?
Thanks for all opinions and advise.