1982 Mercedes-Benz 300-Series

Coupe

Turbo Diesel

Automatic

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Clear

Diesel

1982 Mercedes 300CD W123 Turbo Diesel only 132,384 miles, the negatives. The paint is weak, from 15-20 feet, looks good. It has an inexpensive re-paint. Looks like only one re-paint in it's original black. The body is solid with a few small dings and scratches here and there. I have tried to picture these imperfections. The tires are shot, dry rotted from the desert heat. The car starts up fine and sounds great it runs very well. Slight oil leak, common on these diesels.The transmission is solid, but it does have some slight issues with the vacuum creating slightly slow shifting between first and second gear. This is minor and common issue with these diesels. The power locks are not working, this is connected to the transmission vacuum. The key lock cylinder on the drivers door is missing. The toggle switch for the outside mirrors located on the console is missing. The car can be driven and cruises nicely at 80 mph. There is a plate on the inside of drivers side rear view mirror, the plate is missing. I have ordered a new one and it will be included with purchase. The dash board has a few cracks and some of the wooden trim on the console is bad from the desert sun. I have tried to picture all of these imperfections. The AC is missing the belt, the pump is not frozen. The inside headliner piece that attaches to the sunroof is in the trunk. There are some very small surface rust bubbles under the paint where it drains at the molding.This car has no rot! The original radio is not working, the antenna works. The gas gauge is not working, has a full tank. Now the positive, low mileage at 132,384. All power windows work. The power sunroof works, The interior such as the seats, headliner and door panels are pretty nice. The carpet is good. The steering wheel is not all beat up. No rot and I would say no accidents. It's one of 6000, 300CD Turbo Diesels imported into the U.S. between 1981 and 1985. This car is a collectible and if perfect cosmetically could bring $15,000 or more. This car is affordable for someone that can take care of the cosmetics . The body is actually pretty straight. This car can be driven as-is but I would transport it to it's new home until some of the issues are addressed. This is a great car that just needs some cosmetic love and vacuum work. Again from 15-20 feet it looks good, If you are new to ebay, contact me before any offers. If you have no track record meaning 0 feedback, contact me first! ask any questions PRIOR to making an offer. The car is for sale locally, if your a buyer make a realistic offer. I will need a $500.00 deposit via paypal right after purchase, not the next day but right after purchase. Do not buy this car if you have bad or no feedback without contacting me first. I will take the balance in Cash or bank to bank transfer. I will report any non-paying buyers! If you need your wife's OK talk to her first! If you are transporting this car , the cost is your responsibility. I need full payment within three days and I would like the car picked up within seven days. If you have any questions contact me through ebay. No cons or BS , I'm a good seller so please be a good buyer, no games or dreamers please! ( DON'T WASTE YOUR TIME WITH RIDICULOUS LOW STUPID OFFERS) This car is priced to sell! Thanks for looking......