I'm a new member to the forum, but don't have a Mercedes yet! I figured I would start doing a little research with the experts on the forum.

I live in the Phoenix, AZ area and I'm looking for a 300 turbo diesel. It seems that models in the early to mid 80's are the most durable. Something about a cast iron engine block. When looking for a vehicle like that I'm like everyone else I guess. I want the perfect one, but that is rarely the way life works. I want a nice Mercedes that I can drive for several hundred thousand miles and not have to go into bankruptcy paying for repairs. I am fairly handy, but I can't do anything like rebuild an engine. However, maintenance and repair type things I can handle. Especially with forums like those available here.

Help me out guys. What should I be looking for and looking out for.

Thanks.

 

Take a look at the STICKY above about which cars to buy and which to avoid. If you are not looking for a station wagon, than you would not be looking for a TD. If you are looking for a Diesel with a Turbo, than it would be a 300D T. I believe 81, it started to be an option for Turbo. You're budget plays a part to it as well. The closer to 1985, it usually gets to be more. I have had an 81 non-turbo and I currently own a 1978 non-turbo and I am quite pleased. The best thing to do is also test drive a few to get an idea how they drive. I never owned a diesel till I bought my 81. The engine was still going, but the body was shot. I had a problem with my steering box and a few other things and picked up my '78. Diesels aren't for everyone and the winter time is when the gremlins come out. Living in Arizona is a good thing for sure! Again, check out the STICKY and good luck!

 

it is a1985 sedan 4 dr 123 body style cream color engine is strong body is good with 3 or 4 spot under car that will need some attention in a little while I have replaced the following since I got it rt frnt caliper and rotor ,also just relaced fuel filters last week, replaced thermostat in january 07 just got 2 manuals for it 1 paperback ,1 cd version will come with car if you want them ,however I live on the East coast ,NC to be precise ,you cuold have it shipped there ,anyway hope to here from you soon

 

Gerry, what are you asking for it? How much mileage?