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1985 Mercedes-Benz

300D Turbodiesel

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1985 Mercedes-Benz

300D Turbodiesel



What We Like

Legendary reliability and overall build quality combined with classic styling helped create an icon in the Mercedes-Benz W123-chassis. This late-model 300D features the most powerful version of the renowned OM617 turbocharged 3.0L inline five-cylinder diesel engine offered in the US. The recently-refinished Astral Silver Metallic paint and the Blue Velour interior complement each other nicely. Factory equipment such as Zebrano wood trim, automatic climate control, and a Becker Mexico stereo further enhances an already-desirable package. This Mercedes-Benz 300D is ready for its next driver to continue adding to the W123 legacy.

Vehicle Information

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LocationEldersberg, Maryland 21784
VIN / ChassisWDBAB33C6FA220119
Mileage121,000 Miles Shown - TMU
EngineTurbocharged 3.0L Inline-Five Diesel
Transmission4-Speed Automatic
DrivetrainRWD
Exterior ColorAstral Silver Metallic
Interior ColorBlue Velour
Title StatusClean (Maryland)

Seller Information

Vehicle History & Overview

The included clean Carfax report starts in January 2001 and shows registration in Florida and Colorado. The selling dealer acquired this 300D in November 2022 and set about correcting some paint issues. Work performed reportedly includes repainting the upper half of the vehicle to repair faded clearcoat. Desirable factory equipment includes automatic climate control, Zebrano wood trim, an electric sunroof, and a Becker Mexico AM/FM/Cassette stereo. The owner’s manuals, factory tool kit, and spare tire are included.

The Mercedes-Benz W123-chassis was launched for the 1976 model year. Various configurations and engines were available, including the sedan equipped with a turbocharged 3.0L inline-five-cylinder diesel featured here. Updates in 1982 saw engine output rise to 125 horsepower and 181 lb-ft of torque, while Zebrano wood trim became standard, door panels came equipped with cloth inserts, and wind noise was reduced thanks to revised roof moldings. The OM617-code turbodiesel engine in the featured 300D is considered one of the most reliable engines ever made, with some examples reaching over 600,000 miles before needing to be rebuilt. Series production ended in 1986.

Equipment

  • A LastVIN report detailing standard and optional equipment is shown below (click the image to see the full list):

Imperfections

  • Per the seller, there are a number of scratches and paint chips on exterior surfaces, viewable below and in the main gallery.

Included Items

  • Owner's manuals

  • Factory tool-kit

  • Spare tire

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