Contact SellerSee our other listingsPrint this listing85 MERCEDES 300CD TURBO-DIESEL*1OWNER*RARE FIND*GARAGED*SRVCD*COLLECTOR*FLORIDA Year Make Model VIN 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300 Series WDBAB53A1FA233063 Mileage Transmission Engine Exterior Color 151257 Automatic 5 Cylinder, 3.0 L Silver Interior Color Title Blue Clear PhotosCALL ANDY FOR INFO, RESERVE, AND HOW TO END EARLY ON EBAY. 954-658-0021CALL ANDY FOR INFO, RESERVE, AND HOW TO END EARLY ON EBAY. 954-658-0021CALL ANDY FOR INFO, RESERVE, AND HOW TO END EARLY ON EBAY. 954-658-0021CALL ANDY FOR INFO, RESERVE, AND HOW TO END EARLY ON EBAY. 954-658-0021CALL ANDY FOR INFO, RESERVE, AND HOW TO END EARLY ON EBAY. 954-658-0021CALL ANDY FOR INFO, RESERVE, AND HOW TO END EARLY ON EBAY. 954-658-0021CALL ANDY FOR INFO, RESERVE, AND HOW TO END EARLY ON EBAY. 954-658-0021CALL ANDY FOR INFO, RESERVE, AND HOW TO END EARLY ON EBAY. 954-658-0021CALL ANDY FOR INFO, RESERVE, AND HOW TO END EARLY ON EBAY. 954-658-0021CALL ANDY FOR INFO, RESERVE, AND HOW TO END EARLY ON EBAY. 954-658-0021CALL ANDY FOR INFO, RESERVE, AND HOW TO END EARLY ON EBAY. 954-658-0021CALL ANDY FOR INFO, RESERVE, AND HOW TO END EARLY ON EBAY. 954-658-0021CALL ANDY FOR INFO, RESERVE, AND HOW TO END EARLY ON EBAY. 954-658-0021CALL ANDY FOR INFO, RESERVE, AND HOW TO END EARLY ON EBAY. 954-658-0021CALL ANDY FOR INFO, RESERVE, AND HOW TO END EARLY ON EBAY. 954-658-0021CALL ANDY FOR INFO, RESERVE, AND HOW TO END EARLY ON EBAY. 954-658-0021CALL ANDY FOR INFO, RESERVE, AND HOW TO END EARLY ON EBAY. 954-658-0021CALL ANDY FOR INFO, RESERVE, AND HOW TO END EARLY ON EBAY. 954-658-0021CALL ANDY FOR INFO, RESERVE, AND HOW TO END EARLY ON EBAY. 954-658-0021CALL ANDY FOR INFO, RESERVE, AND HOW TO END EARLY ON EBAY. 954-658-0021CALL ANDY FOR INFO, RESERVE, AND HOW TO END EARLY ON EBAY. 954-658-0021CALL ANDY FOR INFO, RESERVE, AND HOW TO END EARLY ON EBAY. 954-658-0021Contact Us LGE CORP 2666 N. Dixie Highway Wilton Manors, FL 33334 Call Us Today (954) 658-0021 Ask ForANDY SMITH 954-658-0021Ask Us A QuestionDescription THIS IS A SUPER NICE 1985 MERCEDES 300CD TURBO DIESEL. IT IS A ONE OWNER FLORIDA VEHICLE. IT WAS GARAGED AND SERVICED AND TAKEN CARE OF OVER THE YEARS. IT LOOKS FANTASTIC. RARELY DO YOU SEE THESE COUPES COME AROUND AND DEFINITELY NOT IN THIS TYPE OF CONDITION. THE EXTERIOR LOOKS FANTASTIC. THE PAINT IS SHINY AND BRIGHT. ALL THE RUBBER AND CHROME LOOK EXCELLENT. THE CHROME WHEELS REALLY SET OFF THE LOOK. THE INTERIOR LOOKS SUPER. THE SEATS, CARPETING, AND DOOR PANELS ALL VERY NICE. THE DASH HAS CRACKS BUT OVERALL THE INTERIOR IS VERY CLEAN. HARD TO BELIEVE THIS CAR IS 30 YEARS OLD. MECHANICALLY IT RUNS FANTASTIC. THE AC IS COLD. THE CRUISE WORKS. JUST A SOLID VERY NICE RUNNING VEHICLE. YOU WILL BE HARD PRESSED TO FIND ANOTHER AS NICE. PLEASE CALL ANDY YWITH ANY QUESTIONS YOU MIGHT HAVE INCLUDING OUR RESERVE AND HOW TO END THE AUCTION EARLY ON EBAY. 954-658-0021 ***PLEASE REVIEW THE DEALER TERMS BEFORE BIDDING ON THIS VEHICLE*** InteriorPower SteeringInterior Hood ReleaseTrip OdometerMap LightCenter Arm RestPower windowsCassette playerClockFront Bucket SeatsCruise controlSecurity SystemSunroofCenter ConsoleVanity Mirror(s)Air conditioningCourtesy LightsAM/FM StereoInterval WipersClimate ControlWood TrimExteriorPower AntennaFog LampsAlloy WheelsRadial tiresMoonroofSafetyPower BrakesThird Brake LightDrivetrainAutomatic TransmissionTurbo Diesel EngineWarranty Information THIS VEHICLE IS BEING SOLD "AS-IS" WITH NO WARRANTY WRITTEN OR IMPLIED. PLEASE SATISFY ALL OF YOUR CONCERNS BEFORE BIDDING ON THIS VEHICLETerms and Conditions Winning bidder must contact us within 24 hours of auction end, and make arrangements for payment at that time. A $1000.00 deposit is due within 24 hours of end of auction. The remainder is due within 7 days of auction end. If no contact is made within 24 hours we reserve the right to re-list the vehicle, sell it to the next high bidder, or sell it otherwise. Most banks and credit unions do not finance vehicles older than 1995 or with more than 100K miles. Make sure if financing that your financial institution accepts the year and miles of this vehicle before bidding. Please arrange financing prior to bidding. Buyer is responsible for pickup or shipping of this vehicle. If you wish to have it shipped using a service, we will gladly cooperate. You can locate shippers by doing a search for `auto shippers`. If you are not sure about something, please ask! Do not assume anything not listed is included. We reserve the right to cancel bids for excessive negative feedback. We reserve the right to end the listing if the vehicle is no longer available for sale. Please do not bid on this auction unless you are serious about owning this vehicle. All non-paying high bidders will be reported to eBay, and negative feedback will be posted. PLEASE ONLY BID WHAT YOU ARE WILLING TO PAY. IF THE RESERVE IS NOT MET, WE MAY CONTACT THE HIGH BIDDER TO OFFER THE SECOND CHANCE OPTION. We are not responsible for typo errors or mistakes in the listing. If you have a question about something please email or call us to inquire before bidding. mistakes in listings happen and we will not be held accountable for mistakes in listings. We do our best to list accurately.Fee and Tax Information: All vehicles are subject to a $399.00 dealer fee. This fee helps us offset any collateral expenses and not limited to any commissions, pick ups at local airport, fedex's, mailing of documents, get ready and any other expenses that enable us to offer our vehicles at or near wholesale pricing. Taxes are the responsibility of the buyer. Taxes are only charged when a 30 day temporary tag is to be issued. Any tax paid in Florida by an out of state resident will be given proper documentation that will enable the buyer to get COMPLETE CREDIT for the tax paid in THEIR home state. We will charge either our tax of 6% or your tax if lower than 6%. If your tax is higher than 6% then you will pay the difference in your home state when you go to register your vehicle. If confused over the tax policy's of Florida or your state please call me with questions and I will be more than happy to answer your questions. 954-658-0021 Andy.See our other listingsDisclaimer: This auction is a legally binding contract to buy this vehicle. All vehicles are sold as-is unless otherwise specified. I have done my best to accurately describe this vehicle. It is up to the buyer to come see and further inspect the car before the end of the auction. 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MERCEDES 300CD TURBO-DIESEL*1OWNER*RARE FIND*GARAGED*SRVCD*COLLECTOR*FLORIDAYear1985MakeMercedes-BenzModel300 SeriesVINWDBAB53A1FA233063Mileage151257TransmissionAutomaticEngine5 Cylinder, 3.0 LExterior ColorSilverInterior ColorBlueTitleClearAM/FM StereoAir conditioningAlloy WheelsAutomatic TransmissionCassette playerCenter Arm RestCenter ConsoleClimate ControlClockCourtesy LightsCruise controlFog LampsFront Bucket SeatsInterior Hood ReleaseInterval WipersMap LightMoonroofPower AntennaPower BrakesPower SteeringPower windowsRadial tiresSecurity SystemSunroofThird Brake LightTrip OdometerTurbo Diesel EngineVanity Mirror(s)Wood Trim
THIS IS A SUPER NICE 1985 MERCEDES 300CD TURBO DIESEL. IT IS A ONE OWNER FLORIDA VEHICLE. IT WAS GARAGED AND SERVICED AND TAKEN CARE OF OVER THE YEARS. IT LOOKS FANTASTIC. RARELY DO YOU SEE THESE COUPES COME AROUND AND DEFINITELY NOT IN THIS TYPE OF CONDITION. THE EXTERIOR LOOKS FANTASTIC. THE PAINT IS SHINY AND BRIGHT. ALL THE RUBBER AND CHROME LOOK EXCELLENT. THE CHROME WHEELS REALLY SET OFF THE LOOK. THE INTERIOR LOOKS SUPER. THE SEATS, CARPETING, AND DOOR PANELS ALL VERY NICE. THE DASH HAS CRACKS BUT OVERALL THE INTERIOR IS VERY CLEAN. HARD TO BELIEVE THIS CAR IS 30 YEARS OLD. MECHANICALLY IT RUNS FANTASTIC. THE AC IS COLD. THE CRUISE WORKS. JUST A SOLID VERY NICE RUNNING VEHICLE. YOU WILL BE HARD PRESSED TO FIND ANOTHER AS NICE.
PLEASE CALL ANDY YWITH ANY QUESTIONS YOU MIGHT HAVE INCLUDING OUR RESERVE AND HOW TO END THE AUCTION EARLY ON EBAY. 954-658-0021
***PLEASE REVIEW THE DEALER TERMS BEFORE BIDDING ON THIS VEHICLE***
THIS VEHICLE IS BEING SOLD "AS-IS" WITH NO WARRANTY WRITTEN OR IMPLIED. PLEASE SATISFY ALL OF YOUR CONCERNS BEFORE BIDDING ON THIS VEHICLE
Winning bidder must contact us within 24 hours of auction end, and make arrangements for payment at that time. A $1000.00 deposit is due within 24 hours of end of auction. The remainder is due within 7 days of auction end. If no contact is made within 24 hours we reserve the right to re-list the vehicle, sell it to the next high bidder, or sell it otherwise. Most banks and credit unions do not finance vehicles older than 1995 or with more than 100K miles. Make sure if financing that your financial institution accepts the year and miles of this vehicle before bidding. Please arrange financing prior to bidding.
Buyer is responsible for pickup or shipping of this vehicle. If you wish to have it shipped using a service, we will gladly cooperate. You can locate shippers by doing a search for `auto shippers`.
If you are not sure about something, please ask! Do not assume anything not listed is included. We reserve the right to cancel bids for excessive negative feedback. We reserve the right to end the listing if the vehicle is no longer available for sale.
Please do not bid on this auction unless you are serious about owning this vehicle. All non-paying high bidders will be reported to eBay, and negative feedback will be posted.
PLEASE ONLY BID WHAT YOU ARE WILLING TO PAY. IF THE RESERVE IS NOT MET, WE MAY CONTACT THE HIGH BIDDER TO OFFER THE SECOND CHANCE OPTION. We are not responsible for typo errors or mistakes in the listing. If you have a question about something please email or call us to inquire before bidding. mistakes in listings happen and we will not be held accountable for mistakes in listings. We do our best to list accurately.
Fee and Tax Information: All vehicles are subject to a $399.00 dealer fee. This fee helps us offset any collateral expenses and not limited to any commissions, pick ups at local airport, fedex's, mailing of documents, get ready and any other expenses that enable us to offer our vehicles at or near wholesale pricing. Taxes are the responsibility of the buyer. Taxes are only charged when a 30 day temporary tag is to be issued. Any tax paid in Florida by an out of state resident will be given proper documentation that will enable the buyer to get COMPLETE CREDIT for the tax paid in THEIR home state. We will charge either our tax of 6% or your tax if lower than 6%. If your tax is higher than 6% then you will pay the difference in your home state when you go to register your vehicle. If confused over the tax policy's of Florida or your state please call me with questions and I will be more than happy to answer your questions. 954-658-0021 Andy.
This auction is a legally binding contract to buy this vehicle. All vehicles are sold as-is unless otherwise specified. I have done my best to accurately describe this vehicle. It is up to the buyer to come see and further inspect the car before the end of the auction.-->
