My car is an '84 300TD imported via Guatemala. Ive got some questions about some of the differences between the car and the US versons.


Euro headlights:

The car has the Bosch ones as well as the panel level control. The vacuum lines are connected to the lights...but after dissassembling one I've found the parts (other than the spigot) are missing. (The purple vacuum line at the fire wall has been disconnected) Are kits available to add the parts?


'European suspension' (stiffer springs)

Was this available as a US option?


Door reinforcement:

This is on the option list ($1700). I also have an Engineer's calculation sheet. It appears the mods were done in the US in order to meet US strength requirements...yet was listed on the option sheet...seems a bit odd.
Does anyone have addl info about this?


Backup lights:

I ordered a replacement lens which did not fit...so I know the Euro type are different. I may just convert to the US type assy if they will bolt on...are the bumper cutouts the same size?


EGR:

There is no valve.

The car also has ABS and Driver airbag supposedly not available in the US for that year.


I'd appreciate hearing about any other differences!



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