1985 Mercedes-Benz 300-Series

380SE Sedan

V-8 380

Automatic

WDBCA32C9FA094108

Clear

Regular Gasoline

Project Car, the following items need attention: Pwr. Steering gear box is leaking; rear main seal is leaking, transmission pan is leaking (trans makes a whining sound, while it always has, shifting is smooth), driveshaft couplers are showing cracks but still functional, tires are dry rotting (over 10 years old), play in idler arm strut rod bushings and sub-frame bushing, brake support bushings and joint (replace), replace front brake pads and sensors & change brake fluid, rear stabilizer link rods, lower ball joints, axle shaft boot left rear has exterior cracks, 3 rust spots needing about 2 hours of work (always garage kept), recommend replacing trans cooler hose. The above were noted upon replacing a failed starter motor. It has a great paint job done after a minor mishap, always drawing complements; the seats are excellent with like new M-B covers. It is a very comfortable and safe ride. All systems are working. This would make a nice vehicle after addressing the above shortcomings. A mechanically inclined owner can bring it back to a good service life. Other than the 3 rust spots noted underneath the car, it is free of rust.