I hope this isn't too selfish, but I'd like to hear what all you experts think about cars that come up in my search. I'd like to contribute, but as I am new to the community and to the car, I'm trying to spend this time doing my research.

I'm looking for a diesel, preferably one from the early 80s, and I am NO LONGER considering a switch to veggie oil. My latest finds on CL will be posted in this thread. Please feel free to comment!

http://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/cto/1135521377.html

This one's needs a replacement transmission, but the owner HAS one and it is included in the price.

a 5-spd trans that let go @ 130k??

look for signs of body damage, that hood looks funny

$1,000 would be great if you can put the trans in yourself and the seller can verify the mileage.

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I refuse to believe it has a 5 speed and includes a replacement 5 speed. US models did not come with them.

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DJ


84 300D Turbodiesel 190K with 4 speed manual sold in 03/2012

I asked him for more pictures and more information. And hopefully I'd be able to either put it in myself or have help from a friend (dad is a MB mechanic).

I'll also look into that. If he send me more pics then I'll check out the engine/shifter inside just to make sure.

LOL - I wondered the same thing. No mention of which type transmission.

I wish I had an 84. Desirable year. Condition matters most, though.

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1979 240D, 4spd manual, Power Sunroof, manual windows, 147k miles, Pastel gray/Black MB Tex.
1991 300D 2.5 - Smokes like it's on Crack!

maybe reverse is considered a 'speed' in Frisco??

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No. Too many progressives. They don't do reverse.

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1979 240D, 4spd manual, Power Sunroof, manual windows, 147k miles, Pastel gray/Black MB Tex.
1991 300D 2.5 - Smokes like it's on Crack!

I would certianly find out if the org tran is 5 speed, and what the replacement tranny is. . . maybe the replacement tranny only has 130k . . .

Is that rust damage just aft of the front left tire on the body panel? Looks like some sort of injury anyway...

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~Michael S.~
Past cars:

1986 300SDL
1987 300SDL
1982 240D
1982 300SD


Current:

1987 300SDL

This one looks nice, but will soon need an engine swap. Only asking $1300.http://sfbay.craigslist.org/nby/cto/1127504941.html

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1979 240D, 4spd manual, Power Sunroof, manual windows, 147k miles, Pastel gray/Black MB Tex.
1991 300D 2.5 - Smokes like it's on Crack!

And if you buy it, I have an engine you can buy perfect for the swap! And I certainly wont charge the $1000 a "reputable" salvage yard would

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1982 240D - 251,000 miles (all parts pulled and for sale, body crushed )
1983 240D 4 speed manual - 233,000 miles
2001 Ford Ranger XLT 4WD

What about these ones?


http://sfbay.craigslist.org/pen/cto/1140022883.html


http://sfbay.craigslist.org/eby/cto/1138025631.html