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Mercedes Benz 300td Wagon Estate Turbo Diesel White on 2040-cars

US $3,100.00
Year:1979 Mileage:200000 Color: White /
  Tan/Palomino
Location:

Augusta, Georgia, United States

Augusta, Georgia, United States
Transmission:Automatic
Body Type:W123 Estate/Wagon
Vehicle Title:Salvage
Engine:3.0 lom 617 a i 5 diesel
Fuel Type:Diesel
For Sale By:Private Seller
VIN: 12308612004371 Year: 1979
Make: Mercedes-Benz
Model: 300-Series
Trim: 300TD
Options: Sunroof, Leather Seats
Power Options: Power Windows
Drive Type: RWD
Mileage: 200,000
Exterior Color: White
Disability Equipped: No
Interior Color: Tan/Palomino
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Number of Cylinders: 5
Condition: UsedA vehicle is considered used if it has been registered and issued a title. Used vehicles have had at least one previous owner. The condition of the exterior, interior and engine can vary depending on the vehicle's history. See the seller's listing for full details and description of any imperfections.Seller Notes:"The Bad:Air conditioning blowing warm, needs recharged. I believe a new AC compressor was installed 3 to 4 years ago. I have noticed that the odometer is not tracking miles. I have a replacement instrument cluster that can fix this issue (comes with the car). The driver's side (left) needs a new caliper. When I did the job a month ago I was unable to get the new caliper to fit and have not had a chance to replace it. I believe the current caliper is Bendix. There is a little pull to the left when breaking and it sounds like the caliper piston may be sticking occasionally. One of the rear windows does not go down once in a while, I think there is a faulty switch. If you press down hard and wiggle the switch it goes down 1/2 the time. Rear end/suspension is sagging and a little bouncy over bumps. The car drives smooth otherwise, especially on the highway.There is rust on the exterior and around the door jams/frames. See links to videos below that detail the car"

Mercedes Benz 300 TD Turbo Diesel Wagon (1979)
~200,000 miles
This is a reliable and safe car. 

In the past 3 years the following maintenance has been completed:
1) New motor mounts
2) Front end suspension (bilstein struts, control arms, upper and lower ball joints, guide rod mounts, idler arm bushings, bearings, etc...) I have pictures of every part that was installed, please inquire.
3) 4-new tires
4) Set of new glow plugs
5) Front and Rear flex discs on drivetrain
6) New rear hatch struts
7) Replaced main motor seal
8) New Headlights
9) Front caliper (right).  The driver's side (left) needs a new caliper.  When I did the job a month ago I was unable to get the new caliper to fit and have not had a chance to replace it.  I believe the current caliper is Bendix.  There is a little pull to the left when breaking and it sounds like the caliper piston may be sticking.
10) Tank sending unit for fuel gauge (brand new unit)
11) New battery
12) New starter
13) New voltage regulator
14) Repaired faulty plug on block heater (works perfectly now)
This is well over $2500 in parts and service costs alone.

Also in working condition: 
Headlights, high beams, turn signals, break lights, fog lights, hazards, front and rear wipers, horn, radio, heater, front and rear defroster, overhead lights, speedometer, tachometer, clock, fuel gauge, oil pressure gauge, locks, windows.  One of the rear windows does not go down once in a while, I think there is a faulty switch.  If you press down hard and wiggle the switch it goes down 1/2 the time.  Sunroof is manual. 

I changed the oil every 4 months or 3,000 miles whichever came first. 
Good filters and diesel grade oil. I will do a complete oil change for the new owner; included in the price. Or put the oil and filters in trunk for you to do the job, which ever you prefer.  I also change the inline fuel filter routinely.

Also included: 
Full spare tire and Mercedes rim, original Mercedes Tool Kit, Car Jack, Extra car radio/CD player, and other odds and ends of Mercedes car fluids and parts.  Used extra tire to match (this one has wear, but is a useful just in case tire).  3 new oil filters and oil as indicated above.  $100 jump box (free with car).

The Bad:
Air conditioning blowing warm, needs recharged.  I believe a new AC compressor was installed 3 to 4 years ago.
I have noticed that the odometer is not tracking mileage. The estimated mileage is around 200,000 o 250,000.  The odometer currently reads 188,899.  
I have a replacement instrument cluster that can fix this issue (comes with the car).
As mentioned above: The driver's side (left) needs a new caliper.  When I did the job a month ago I was unable to get the new caliper to fit and have not had a chance to replace it.  
I believe the current caliper is Bendix.  There is a little pull to the left when breaking and it sounds like the caliper piston may be sticking.
One of the rear windows does not go down once in a while, I think there is a faulty switch.  If you press down hard and wiggle the switch it goes down 1/2 the time.
Rear end/suspension is sagging and a little bouncy over bumps.  The car drives smooth otherwise, especially on the highway.
There is some cracking on the drivers side seat and the arm rest.  There is a 1" crack in the dash next to the passenger side speaker.
There is rust on the exterior and around the door jams/frames.  See links to videos below that detail the interior and exterior of the car.

Videos:


This was a California car, with a short life in Ohio, and now Georgia. This is a 34 years old, with signs of normal wear and tear. 
The body is in fair to good condition and the engine is in great condition. 
Car title notes the following:  "rebuilt/salvage" and "non-actual/Warning Odometer Discrepancy."
This is not uncommon for these cars given the age.

This is my daily driver.  It is a solid car, with years of life left.

Get it for a great price.  The only reason I am selling it is due to relocation for work, otherwise I would be keeping it around.  I love driving it and have always driven these cars (300D, 300TD, 300SD).

Payment Requirements:
Deposit must be made within 24 hours or negative feedback will be left.  Deposit is $500.00 USD.  
The remaining balance is due when you or shipper picks up the car (within 3 days of auction close).  This is mandatory unless other arrangements are made before Buy it now or making an offer.

Shipping:
Buyer is responsible for picking up the car or arranging shipping.  Buyer is responsible for the cost of shipping.

FYI, I will be driving from Augusta, GA to New York City on July 31st.  
If you live along that route I would consider trailering the car to you for an additional shipping fee to cover the cost of renting a trailer.  
Please inquire before placing a bid, if you are considering this shipment option.  This needs to be cleared with me before you buy the car or place an offer.

***Absolutely no returns, Sold "as is," no warranty.***  
The car has been described to the best of my knowledge concerning any defects/problems with the interior, exterior, and engine compartment.

Please don't hesitate to ask questions.

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