1985 Mb 300td Wagon - Beautiful Condition, Meticulous Care And Service on 2040-cars
Waco, Texas, United States
Body Type:Wagon
Vehicle Title:Clear
Engine:3 Liter 5 Cylinder Diesel
Fuel Type:Diesel
For Sale By:Private Seller
Model: 300-Series
Trim: 300 TD
Options: Sunroof, Leather Seats, CD Player
Drive Type: RWD
Power Options: Air Conditioning, Cruise Control, Power Windows
Mileage: 142,537
Exterior Color: White
Interior Color: Tan
This 1985 MB 300TD wagon is a daily driver that my family has enjoyed for the last few years in sunny Texas. It is solid, responsive, very safe and lives up to the reputation of the w123 chassis. With only 142k miles, it is just at the beginning of its life on the road. Mechanically, it starts easily, accelerates smoothly and the idle is quiet. In the hot Texas summers, the air conditioning blows cold, and in the winter the heater warms up the cabin quickly. Cosmetically, it is exceptional for its age. While no 28 year old car will be perfect, the condition of the MB Tex Palomino interior is pretty pristine as is the headliner and all of the metal and plastic buttons/hinges. There are a few hairline cracks in the dash.
We purchased this wagon years ago on the promise that it was as great on the inside as it was on the outside. While the outside was indeed in really beautiful shape, the mechanical condition was not anything near what was promised. We have spent the last few years and almost $10k repairing and improving it so it could be the reliable, smooth and restored car that it is today. Below is a list of repairs/replacements made to the wagon in the last couple of years. The winning bidder will receive all receipts for your records:
Radiator
Thermostat
Coolant bypass hose
Fuel pump
Trap oxidizer
Exhaust manifold gasket/with new manifold bolts
A/C Compressor
Drier
Expansion Valve
Rear shocks
Rear coil springs
Rear suspension accumulators (self leveling system)
Alignment (performed May 6, 2013)
Front shocks
Upper ball joints
Lower ball joints
New oil pan
Oil pan gasket
Turbo drain tube seal and gasket
Valve cover gasket
Front crank shaft seal
Oil filter housing to engine
Mounting gaskets (2)
Vacuum pump gasket
Hydraulic pump gasket
Hydraulic return hose
Water pump belt
Power steering pump belt
Steering gear box
Sunroof seals (4)
Front door (R/L) seals
Rear door hatch gas shocks
Rear door hatch seal
Antennae
Stereo with bluetooth
As this vehicle is almost 30 years old, no warranty can be given, so please ask all questions prior to bidding. If you have a feedback score of less than 10, please contact me before bidding. I am happy to help arrange for shipping, and if you are in the area, you are welcomed to see it and drive it in person. Thank you for looking, and good luck!
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