1976 Mercedes-Benz 300-Series

Sedan

3.0l inline 5 cyl

Automatic

Clear

Diesel

For sale is a Yellow-Green 1976 Mercedes Benz 300D in fair condition, which I have owned since 2012. The car has 73956 original miles and a clean title, and also runs and drives well with working lights and signals. The suspension and brakes have been well maintained and it is a great driver. All the chrome is original, and in good condition with the exception of the bottom edge of the grille. The interior is in good condition with no cracks or crumbling, but there is a hole in the driver's seat at the left-elbow postion. Dash is nearly crack free with a very small crack near the top vent ( see photo). Fuel mileage is excellent; 28mpg city and 35mpg hwy.There is a crack in the front windshield, and deep rust in many places on the body, as seen in the photos. All four power windows work, but the rear power window switches need to be replaced. The AC works but needs Freon. Worn out nylon linkage bushings has caused the car to sometimes slip out of park, but otherwise it has no transmission issues, it shifts tightly with no lag or slipping. Good points: clean title; good tires; 73956 original miles; 5 cylinder diesel runs well; great fuel economy at 28mpg-35mpg; well-serviced suspension/brakes; working power windows; good interior, dash in excellent condition with only one small 2mm*2mm crack. Flaws: body is extremely rusty, including trunk floor/trunk seal, front corner of driver side floor-pan, and door panels; front windshield is cracked; slips out of park; AC needs service; 14cm*18cm hole in driver seat upholstery. The work required to return this car to a a condition of high value is mostly cosmetic; it is an ideal purchase for buyers with the intent to restore. Thank you for your time.