1978 Mercedes Benz 300d-no Reserve-diesel-5 Speed-rare Barn Find-all Original on 2040-cars
Moreno Valley, California, United States
Body Type:Sedan
Vehicle Title:Clear
Engine:I5 3.0 DIESEL
Fuel Type:Diesel
For Sale By:Private Seller
Interior Color: Tan
Make: Mercedes-Benz
Model: 300-Series
Trim: DIESEL-5 SPEED MANUAL-EUROPEAN EDITION-VERY RARE
Drive Type: RWD
Mileage: 159,876
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Sub Model: DIESEL 5 SPEED MANUAL EUROPEAN EDITION
Number of Cylinders: 5
Exterior Color: Tan
1978 Mercedes-Benz: 300-Series 300D Vehicle has been inspected (include details in your description) NO RESERVE Inspection & Road Test This 1978 MERCEDES BENZ 300D has been inspected serviced and road tested. Engine Inspected. Inspector notes, engine appears all original, Does not run. Brakes Inspected. Attention: eBay members, all of our transactions are in observance of EBay’s rules and regulations. Forms of Payment: Cash, Cash will only be accepted in person, Cashier’s Checks, Bank to Bank Wire Transfers or Direct Deposit only. The vehicle will not be released until payment has cleared the bank. We do not accept PayPal as full payment. If you can’t perform in accordance with the payment terms please refrain from bidding as your inability to complete your contract effects those who want and can afford the item. We welcome all 0(Zero)feedback bidders and those on eBay less than 45 days. 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If you are ready to make this yours today, call us at (866) 611-1417 ,don’t say to yourself “that should have been mine” as most of our vehicles are sold before the listing ends. Our vehicles are listed in multiple sales channels and are offered locally as well for a buy now price. All transactions are in accordance with eBay's rules and policies. Thank you.
1978 MERCEDES BENZ 300D-NO RESERVE-RARE-ALL ORIGINAL-GERMAN CLASSIC Mileage 159876 Transmission Manual Engine Size 3.0 Number of cylinders 5 Is there an existing warranty? Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty Type of vehicle title Clear Condition Used Fuel type Gasoline Body type Sedan Cab type (for trucks only) Year 1978 Sub model 300D Interior color Tan VIN WDB1231301A000799 Exterior color Tan Vehicle inspection
1978 MERCEDES BENZ 300D
159,876 CERTIFIED MILES
3.0 LITER I5 DIESEL ENGINE
5-SPEED MANUAL
EXCELLENT INTERIOR
ALL ORIGINAL
A RARE LUXURY MERCEDES
CALL (866) 611-1417 TO MAKE IT YOURS TODAY 
Year Make Model VIN 1978 Mercedes Benz 300D WDB1231301A000799 Mileage Transmission Engine Exterior Color 159,876 Manual 5 Cylinder, 3.0 Tan Interior Color Title Tan Clear 
DESIRABLE DIESEL ENGINE
EXCELLENT ACCENTED DOOR PANELS
LUXURIOUS INTERIOR
ELEGANT INTERIOR
ORIGINAL AND PERFECT CARPETING
Ownership Questions, Call: (866) 611-1417
The inspection is a comprehensive courtesy inspection, come by and check it out for yourself or have it inspected by a professional any time during the active listing.
Inspector notes, breaks work well but could be changed at buyers descrection
Checked for broken hoses, worn or loose belts and visible leaks.
Inspector notes, all hoses and belts appear to be excellent, and no visible leaks detected anywhere.
Final road test and quality check.
Inspector notes, Final quality check performed and the vehicle passed final inspection with an overall rating of excellent.
Description
NO RESERVE
1978 MERCEDES BENZ 300D
159,876 CERTIFIED MILES
3.0 LITER I5 DIESEL ENGINE
5-SPEED MANUAL
EXCELLENT INTERIOR
ALL ORIGINAL
A RARE LUXURY MERCEDES
CALL (866) 611-1417 TO MAKE IT YOURS TODAY
Exterior
This RARE and classic Mercedes Benz 300D is powered by a 3.0 liter in-line 5 diesel engine of which there are not many remaining. This classic Mercedes Benz 300D is a car that only a true collector or someone who realizes the worth of this rare car will appreciate. The paint is absolutely flawless and has stood the test off time. It is painted in a very minimalistic tan. Accented with a tasteful silver trim that does a good job at wrapping up the whole exterior package. And of course this stunning car has the original Mercedes Benz wheels that proudly display the Mercedes 3 pointed star. Please take time to review all the photos and feel free to ask all the questions you like.
The car is in good condition and is a collectable to someone who sees the true value in this rare and desirable classic Mercedes Benz 300D
Interior
The interior is in excellent original condition. The dash and accents are in excellent condition, the door panels and all the carpets are all in superb condition. That infamous Mercedes trim and attention to detail are evident through out the car and the interior is definitely no exception. It is all original in a tasteful and elegant beige color tailored in quality fabric that makes driving this car an experience in luxury.
Mechanical
This Mercedes Benz 300D is an exceptionally RARE and desirable car for many reasons. Along with being in a stunning un-molested all original state, this Mercedes is the rare 3.0 Liter in-line 5 diesel engine. There are very few Mercedes Benz 300D’s left and to top it off and make it yet even more desirable, It has a five speed manual gear box making this a RARE car. However it Does Not Run in its current state, but that doesn't take away from the fact that this car is an investment. Only a true collector or enthusiast will see the value and rarity in this exceptionally beautiful car.
Excerpt taken from a recent business article
“There has been a surge in interest from collectors around the globe focusing on classic Mercedes Benz’s from the 1970’s, they are consider the next frontier of assets that will provide great return on investments, in fact some of my clients have left others markets and have put a portion of their portfolios into this lucrative classic car market, as with gold it will never be worth 0, like many stocks are these days in fact portions of the classic car market have outpaced the overall stock market.
This Classic and RARE Mercedes Benz 300D has reached its value point a long time ago and has been and will steadily continue to rapidly gain in value. This Mercedes has the durable reliability and build quality expected of Mercedes Benz as well as the luxury and attention to detail you expect from the marquis. All the while it actually appreciates in value as you are enjoying it for many more years to come.
If you have been looking and waiting for an exceptional classic, or for a perfect entry level classic, consider this classic Mercedes Benz 300D. This one will make you proud every time you take it out or even look at it. Now is perfect time to treat yourself or someone special to a well built, tastefully, crafted luxurious, rare and desirable Mercedes Benz .You deserve it. Feel free to come and see for yourself how exceptional this Mercedes truly is.
If you are interested in buying this car, call me, don’t say to yourself “I should have bought that”, you will find most of the time the vehicle has been sold before the auction has ended from some who saw the true value of this fine and rare Mercedes Benz 300D
Please ask all the questions you like. Since I am not an expert I encourage you to come by and inspect the car or have it inspected by a professional inspection service.
This car comes with a clean clear California Title. (See photos)
If you are ready to own this car, call me at (866) 611-1417
Don’t say to yourself “that car should have been mine” As over 90% of our vehicles are sold before the listing ends due to our vehicles being listed in multiple sales channels.
Considering the incredible quality of this car, you will almost always find the car has been sold before the auction ending from some who saw the excellent value of this fine car. It does not run , however we are not mechanics and we encourage you to come and have the car inspected yourself.
Please come by and inspect the car or have it inspected by a third party company.
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