1978 Mercedes-Benz 300-Series

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Diesel

"Princess Lemmy" Click below for picture collage. Princess is one of the most beautiful classic W116 Mercedes sedans ever. In restored condition. No Reserve. Bright metallic silver with a blue interior. It's an extremely gorgeous color combo. The car is a two owner vehicle with service records. Documented miles. Original Blue California Plates. This car has undergone a 6+ month restoration process involving a long list of items such as a vacuum system overhaul including AC dashboard center vents and door locking lines and actuators, dash (so there are no cracks), rear deck was also redone, new weather stripping rubber on front and rear glass, new 2 stage paint with pin striping and hubcaps, brand new OEM air conditioning system complete, reconditioned radiator, transmission replacement, bushings, shocks, hood liner, tune-up, valve adjustment, filters etc and the list goes on just to name some things off the top of my head but the bottom line is that over $15,000 has been invested into this really great looking (and running) car. This all because the car was purchased from the original owner by an entertainer living in Joshua Tree near Palm Springs and has 147,000 REAL miles... in fact the car had been hardly driven by the original owner and about 1/3 of the cars miles were put on in the last 2-3 years. All documented. This is a rust free, accident free car that spent its life in the desert area of California. I spent a $$$ of money and time to bring it to where it is today. Overall the car is stunning. It also runs great. Love the look of this car. The price on the car is based on the rarity, condition, color, miles, original wheels, service records and Nada and Hagerty valuation guide. First year of production built in June 1978. It is a California car with no rust. Original blue plates. You can text or leave a message with offers or questions at 323-528-3246 I reserve the right to remove the auction at any time for any reason. I strongly urge interested parties to contact me as it seems as this is the best way to get the car. Remember Ebay prohibits the removal of an auction within 24 hours of its completion so if you contact me with cash offers please do not wait until the last minute. This car is going up in value every year. This is a rare car. I would not be surprised at all if the "buy it now" option is applied to this auction as the car is very fairly priced. Complete all point inspection - fluids, oils and filters checked and/or replaced Original Mercedes glove compartment owners manuals Service records Garaged or under a cover always Paint is in really nice condition with very few flaws - not perfectEverything working Clear California title This car never needs a smog check Insurance is unbelievably cheap with collector car insurance. (State Farm,Hagerty, JC Taylor, Chubb, Grundy) Bumpers show little chrome wear with a few small imperfectionsBumper rubber showing a few places where scuffing is noted (front passenger side rubber very small split) the rubber is a cheap replacement - it just didn't bother me enough to go for new because I would then just replace ALL the rubber to new There is a scratch where they were installing the front glass after the paint job - just below the drivers side area next to the vent Brakes in excellent condition Parking brake also excellent Rubber on front and rear glass is in new condition Doors shut like a vacuum - clunk... that Mercedes engineering air pocket thump when the door shuts Window rubber seals are excellent with no leaking Grill as new with inserts and chrome showing very little age considering its age Clean under carriage with no leaks or rust Bushings are gone through Shocks are recently replaced Steering feels great with power assist in great condition Alignment is straight as an arrow Car starts immediately even if car has been sitting for months - great engine No smoking exhaust or issues of any kind Motor purrs and car runs cool in traffic Spare tire wheel and tire are original! Tires are not new but in great shape with lots of tread Tool / jack for tire removal intact All emblems in tip top condition Hood ornament showing no age at all... chrome looks beautiful Windows in front and rear working Sunroof operational Rear window defrost operational Door locks work Gas cap lock and trunk lock work as they should controlled by drivers door key as does the rest of the door lock system Wipers working All turning signals and lights working Interior lights including trunk, visor and rear all work All switches work everywhere All dash lights work including variable switch to dim interior accessory lights Dashboard looks great with no cracks at all or any age showing - redone in the restoration Rear deck is showing no color fadingThe first aid kit box on in the rear deck is empty Front and rear MB Tex seats also in close new condition with filling in fair condition as its a 40 year old car and has that classic "horse hair" fill Rear seat belts look unused Carpet throughout looks in very good condition - original carpet Headliner is in good condition with no rips but needs to be cleaned Speakers working with no noises, blown tweeters or woofers Radio is an after market CD with a USB bluetooth Fader switch on shift panel is updated Hazard switch illuminating as it should with the hazards working fine Parking brake pedal works as it should Door panels look amazing and are complete with a few really small cracks on the top of the rear left passenger door panel Wood is in amazing condition for the age of the car - original - only clear coat cracking on shifter panel area Glove compartment opens, shuts and locks with the key AC works and blows ice cold and is all new as part of restoration Climate control is working Heat works Defrost works Interior AC component lighting works Seats look beautiful Seat adjustment and handles to adjust seats are intact and work as they should - the ($30) drivers left plastic loop handle needs replacement Seat back netting tight Front seat belts work great too Floor pedals are showing wear matching odometer reading Dash controls all work Trip meter, odometer and gas gauge all working Warning lights for glow plugs, brakes, seatbelt, headlights, hi-beam and battery working Transmission is shifting smooth and strong and replaced with complete service as part of restoration including shifter bushing Wiper arm and knob working as it should including window washer Brake release and hood release work great Hood liner is intact and is in new condition Trunk liner also in great condition as is the carpet - notice a stain on the top right Door handles work great Notice plastic trim on drivers door panel right when you get in is cracked from being so dry and needs replacement (cheap 1" wide plastic piece) Horn works too... quite a unique sounding horn Hope you enjoy the video... Bid with the confidence that you are getting a gorgeous car that I put a ton of money (and heart & soul) into - part of a very large car collection for sale. Please view the PICTURE COLLAGE BELOW on a regular computer to get a good look or try clicking the blue Kizoa link below to see lots of pictures. Hope I made it a fun experience and an informative entertaining "test drive" with yours truly :-P Thanks for checking out the sale! NO RESERVE yes... indeed... possibly a steal deal here CLICK THE BLUE LINK BELOW FOR PICTURES ------------------------ 1978 Mercedes 300SD Princess Lemmy - Kizoa Movie - Video - Slideshow Maker ------------------------- --------------------- ---- 1978 Mercedes 300SD Princess Lemmy ---- Princess Lemmy - YouTube Video will open in a new window [isdntekvideo]