Vehicle Description
This Two Owner Mercedes 300D is stored at our Aiken, SC location.
The inventory shown is 100% owned, maintained, and driven by us
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Video of this beautiful Mercedes can be viewed on our YouTube
channel at https://youtu.be/3BGqB7BJhHgThis beautiful Light Ivory
(Color Code 623U) Mercedes W123 300D was sold new back in 1980. The
predecessor of the E Class, this 4 door is known for being solid
and extremely versatile. This Saloon is a pure example of what life
was in the 80's to have a simple reliable driver. Shown here is a
car in great original unrestored condition even being 43 years old.
Only 2 owners with new, lots of service records available, and no
signs of past wrecks. Originally delivered to Mr Holland of
Jackson, MS on June 14, 1980.Highlights:Two OwnerSouthern Vehicle
Since NewIndestricible OM617 3.0L Inline-5 DieselLow Miles - Only
127K in 43 YearsThe Mercedes W123 is one of the best vehicles to
own for its time and still holds a strong following when it comes
to value for enthusiasts. The factory OM617 diesel power plant in
this Mercedes is known to go almost forever before needing a
rebuild, so at 127K this old noisy gal is just getting broke-in.
These cars were built to be driven with the idea simplicity is a
prerequisite for reliability. The simple naturally aspirated engine
is proven capable of a million miles with routine maintenance. The
OM617 has been a favorite of veggie oil conversions due to the
mechanical design and fuel efficiency. The fuel tank capacity of
17.2 gallons will give you an average 25 MPG around town and up to
33 MPG on the open road. Imagine doing a veggie oil conversion and
smelling like fresh french fries while rolling in style down the
road! You might not be the fastest car on the road, but you will
have the best smelling tail pipe. A true pleasure to drive as you
sit in the comfy driver's seat cruising down the road. One of the
last basic, no-frills high-volume Mercedes ever built. This car was
built to stand the test of time and a long life down the road.A
W123 has so much more to offer including a reasonable price point.
The 300D is easy to maintain with parts that are inexpensive and
easily sourced compared to some of the European counterparts. This
sedan is operated with a four-wheel independent suspension that is
provides for a smooth yet agile handling. The reputation of the
W123 is utterly bomb proof. With a curb weight of 3186lbs you will
feel solid and safe driving the distance with up to 5 passengers.
The engineers over in Deutschland built one heck of a machine which
caused Mercedes to build over 2.6 million W123s. Even with that
many of them sold, finding a clean example is getting harder and
harder. These cars known drivability kept them in their proper
place. On the road racking up miles hence the vast majority have
seen many highways, back roads, and autobahns. The next owner of
this 300D will have a pleasurable driving machine for many years to
come.The model we are presenting for sale does have a few factory
options including an automatic transmission, cruise control, power
locks, and air conditioning. The power locks (central locking) and
HVAC system are not functional. Both systems are vacuum operated,
and the vacuum has been disconnected to these systems. The factory
15-hole light alloy wheels are equipped with an aged set of
195/70R14 tires. The interior shows the factory original Palomino
MB - Tex vinyl (Beige) seats along with matching dashboard and door
panels. The dash is presented with a larger instrument panel,
central round ventilation outlets, heat/air control panel and a
simple single row of control switches in the center. Recent
maintenance includes battery, fuel shut off solenoid repair,
wipers, front passenger window regulator, vacuum system repair,
vacuum pump, driver side inner tie rod, driver side outer tie rod,
passenger side inner tie rod, passenger side outer tie rod. Contact
us to review the history file and documents. Comes with original
owner's manual, service records, factory data plate, and other
factory books.Factory Build Information:Code DescriptionFIN
WDB12313012187708Model 300 DEngine 617912 12 099145Transmission 02
100349Order Number 0 9 705 34159Order Location UNITED STATES
(USA)Interior MB TEX - PALOMINO (134)Paint 1 LIGHT IVORY -
UNI-COLOR (623U)Paint 5 34420 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION 4-GEAR440
TEMPOMAT (CRUISE CONTROL)467 CENTRAL LOCKING MECHANISM AND
INSTRUMENTS WITH ENGLISH LETTERING491 U.S. VERSION513 BECKER RADIO
GRAND PRIX ELECTRONIC STEREO KURIER LMU524 PAINTWORK -
PRESERVATION531 AUTOMATIC ANTENNA542 LOCKABLE GLOVE COMPARTMENT575
FRONT FOLDING ARMREST AND RIGHT FRONT SEAT WITH SEAT HEIGHT
ADJUSTMENT588 AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL AND ELECTRIC WINDOW LIFTERS
(FRONT AND REAR DOORS)593 HEAT-INSULATING GLASS, ALL-AROUND, HEATED
REAR WINDOW PANE (SINGLE-SHEET SAFETY GLASS), BAND FILTER639
ELIMINATION OF FIRST-AID BOX AND WARNING TRIANGLE640 15-HOLE LIGHT
ALLOY RIMS668 MODE OF PACKING VE III WITH STYROPOR BUMPER
RAILSEngine Information:Manufacture Code: OM617.912 (3.0)Engine
Family: OM617Cubic Capacity: 2998 CCMMax Power Output: 88HP @ 4400
RPMMax Torque Output: 127 ft/lb @ 2400 RPM