http://sandiego.craigslist.org/car/252244788.html

This is my dream - it's a 300CD, it's not a "neutral" color like Manila Beige, and the miles aren't too low.

What should I look for? Keep in mind I'm relatively new to the diesel Benz world, but I'm enchanted by these German tanks.

Ask about overall condition. Looks to be low miles and photos show a nice car. Ask about receipts for history (to prove the low mileage, not as big a deal here because not a really high price), AC, mechanicals, recent work done and if he knows of anything it needs. I'd ask for some more pictures and then just go and check it out if you can. Next comes an inspection and then you are set. That sure is a pretty looking coupe.

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-Zack K.

http://www.maj.com/gallery/Boardmong...-Drive/si2.jpg


1983 300d Turbo (Daily Drive) -- 243,000 miles
1979 280ce AMG (Beginning extreme restoration) -- 141,410 miles
1979 Yamaha Chappy LB50 (Awating new points) -- 1411.6 miles

1981 300d Euro 4 speed -- 188,421 km -- SOLD
1979 300d Euro 4 speed (Sold to Brother) -- 257,000 miles

A Collection of w123 AMG Cars and Parts

wow. if this add is everything that it claims to be. GO FOR IT!!! that is if its in good condition. CD's are RARE. and that one looks GReat and its pretty cheap.

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1983 Euro 240D 277K
2016 Mazda 6
Coming Soon, 2013 Mercedes E350 Bluetec
Formers:
2012- Mazda 3
2007 Outlander- complete pile
1995 E300 Diesel 208K
2007 VW Passat 2.0T 63K SOLD
2003 Jaguar X-type 3.0 Sport Sold 04/11 w/88K
2009 Lexus RX350 9061 miles. Sold 04/09
2008 Mitsubishi Lancer GTS:Totaled Sept.,09 @ 24,000
2003 Infiniti I35 58K Sold
1984 300 turbo diesel 222K

I've got one similar, paid $10,000 3,4 years ago. Had 83,000 miles, now has 116,000. Calmly heed others advice, then JUMP ON IT, AND ENJOY!

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83 SD

84 CD

4k for a rust free coupe?? to quote the cable guy... Git R Done

When I'm buying an older Benz, I judge the car by the seller, and you judge the seller by talking to him in depth to get a feel for how he is and how probably treats his machines.

In this case, however, BUY THAT CAR - IT'S A REAL GOOD DEAL.

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- Brian


1989 500SEL Euro
1966 250SE Cabriolet
1958 BMW Isetta 600

Ask if you can take it to an MB dealership for a PDI

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01 Ford Excursion Powerstroke
99 E300 Turbodiesel
91 Vette with 383 motor
05 Polaris Sportsman 800 EFI
06 Polaris Sportsman 500 EFI
03 SeaDoo GTX SC Red
03 SeaDoo GTX SC Yellow
04 Tailgator 21 ft Toy Hauler
11 Harley Davidson 883 SuperLow

I'd see if air conditioning is working, as it shows/takes effort to keep the AC going on these things.
Also look for condition of front end components. (suspension stuff) That is fairly pricey work to have done.
I'm not a W123 coupe person, so I won't offer any buying advise.....

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Jimmy L.
'05 Acura TL 6MT
2001 ML430 My Spare

Gone:
'95 E300 188K "Batmobile" Texas Unfriendly Black
'85 300TD 235K "The Wagon" Texas Friendly White
'80 240D 154K "China" Scar engine installed
'81 300TD 240K "Smash"
'80 240D 230K "The Squash"
'81 240D 293K"Scar" Rear ended harder than Elton John

History of the vehicle as far back as possible thats where I'd start. Find out who has owned and driven it, hence how it's been maintained.