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1991 Mercedes-benz 350sd -- Diesel, Low Miles! on 2040-cars

Year:1991 Mileage:126391 Color: one isolated rust spot
Location:

Salem, Massachusetts, United States

Salem, Massachusetts, United States

Relisting note #1: I am relisting this car due to a non-paying high bidder. He arrived and complained of paint condition not matching photos -- despite note on fading clear coat in original description (below). As always, bidders are strongly encouraged to view the car or arrange an inspection BEFORE bidding. I have added two photos showing the trouble spots in the paint condition in greater detail.

Relisting note #2: If you have zero or negative feedback ratings, contact me prior to bidding. 

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One-family-owned
Mercedes Benz for sale. Car was bought by my wife's grandfather in 1991, at Glauser Mercedes in Sarasota, Fla. Original price, $55,000 (window sticker comes with the car). Spent its first ten years in Sarasota. Records show all regular maintenance performed by dealer. From 2002 to 2005, the car lived in Kentucky and was owned by original owner's son (my father-in-law). All regular maintenance performed by Auto Werks in Lexington. Since 2005, the car has lived with my wife and me, on Boston's North Shore.

126,400 miles since new. Last year of the hand-built W126-series Benzes -- German cars that are famously solid, strong, and over-engineered. The diesel engines in particular are known for going 3-400,000 miles without breaking a sweat. Gets mid-20's MPG. Turbo spools and pulls strong. Hydraulic suspension works perfectly. The sound of the doors closing reminds me of a bank vault.

Interior is clean and intact. No holes, tears or excessive wear on the leather. Dash and headliner are flawless. Extra set of floor mats are a bit worn, but the permanent carpet is clean, as can be seen in the photos. Sunroof works well, both tilt and slide. 

Car does need some sorting to be 100%. Here are all the "punch-list" items I can identify:
  • Cassette player does not work 
  • Radio and dual-amplifier stereo work well -- great sound -- but front/rear fader dial is touchy
  • Antenna sometimes extends only part way
  • Cruise control recently stopped working
  • Heater blows, but not hot; air conditioning needs recharge
  • Transmission shifting grew sluggish in very cold (< 15 degree) weather last winter. Works 100% now, but may need a fluid flush.
  • Right front suspension clunks slightly over bumps: right strut is loose.
  • Exterior: one isolated rust spot, as seen in photo, left rear quarter. 
  • Clear coat is fading in some spots.

This Mercedes is fast, heavy, safe, and good on fuel. It would be a great candidate for a veggie-oil conversion. Registration and inspection are current and valid. 




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