1975 240D, w115, 4-spd automatic, blue/blue asking $3500.

http://tucson.craigslist.org/cto/2043807315.html

It is in very good physical condition, Arizona car, not any rust to speak of. 117,00 miles, 3rd owner, but serviced by the same shop in Tucson for past 20 years. Current owner/seller is an employee of that shop.

Interior is very good, except for:
typical dash cracking
stitching on back of drivers seat (easy fix, father in law is an upholsterer) headliner sags a little, but is intact and good condition

Exterior is in good condition:
recently repainted (not very well) in last two years
One broken headlight lens (glass or plastic, not sure but I would guess glass)

Other than the things I mentioned, the car appears to be in excellent condition. I am having a pre-purchase inspection this week. If it checks out mechanically, would you think that the asking price of $3500 is fair?

It's between this car, or a 1978 300D, w123, automatic. $3000. Original owner! Odometer stopped at 215,000 about 4 years ago. Good condition, except cracked dash, torn headliner, etc.

I don't care too much about the low power of the 240D... we'll just learn to drive differently. We are good with that. Our priorities are dependability, fuel efficiency, and maintenance costs. We happen to like the w115 styling better, but don't want to make a decision based on that alone.

Advice and opinions welcome!

 

Thanks for the reply.

Actually, given the history of owners, 117,000 miles is believable (I was initially suspicious as well). $2000 seems pretty low for this 115, but maybe I'm just way off... Most 123's in my area in comparable condition are listed at $2500-$3000. I don't have any other w115's locally with which to compare.

 

I do appreciate your reply.

Compare that '75 240d w115 to this one (both cars run beautifully):

1978 MB 300D w123, rust free Arizona native, original owner. 214K broken odometer, estimated 260K actual (I believe her). Seemingly outstanding mechanical condition. Same mechanic since birth.

Overall good cosmetically. Excellent paint condition (white). Good interior (tan), except: Headliner sagging/untucked in rear corner, chipped plastic door pocket (driver side), cracked dash (per usual).

Asking $3000. Good buy?

It's between these two cars.

Also, any thoughts on the relative safety of the w115 vs w123 chassis? The wife will be driving it too...

 

We happen to like the style and handling of the w115 better. But it's far from the only factor.