I closed the deal on a 300TD with the 6 cylinder aluminum head Diesel!! , $1300 and some paperwork later, we hit the highway! The bad news was that the AC condenser and compressor have been removed, so if I want to keep it long term and put it all back, it could be expensive. It doesn't have a fan shrowd either
The engine started right up and sounded pretty good other than a little nailing on one cylinder. The SLS works very well with a nice, floaty ride. The wheels weren't leaning in at the top, and the rear tires seemed to have nice, even wear...phew! It seems to track very well, no darting or bump stear from the worn rear links I've heard about so often in W124's. The interior is in pretty good shape save for the usual dash and wood cracks. The tranny seems ok other than the intermittent shifting issues. It will either shift hard or hang in 2nd or 3rd until you lift a bit or completely off the accelerator. The slide and tilt mechanisms for the sunroof both work...WOW!!! The passenger's side power seat switch isn't working. I'm going to try hitting it with some contact cleaner to see if I can get some action. It's in a tolerable position which is good for now. The right rear window no worky, no sound coming from it at all when the switch is depressed. I'll have to give it some antidepressants hahaha (same treatment as power seat switch)! Rear hatch struts are weak, but do hold it up for the time being. It does have the 3rd seat, but it will not be used much since the two Labradoodles will be riding back there. It's not a show winner, but it will be a fun car to have around.
Kevin in Hillsboro, Oregon
1987 300TD 213Kmi, ???
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