1972 Mercedes-Benz W115 220d review from North America
"If you know about it, the you will love it"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
When I acquired the car it needed a new fuel injection pump diaphragm. this took a while to replace, but after that with some new belts and hoses, all was fine.
Brake booster began to die at 320,000.
Other than that its been great!
It did need a lot of body work... but it got done. rust wasn't too bad.
General comments?
A 1972 220d isn't a rare car. I bought it at a body shop for $300. the owner insisted the motor was blown. the day I trailered the car home, it started up perfectly, albeit a lack of oil. I did sell it, but the present owner does not seem to appreciate her car to the fullest and it may return to me in time. I drove it around too. its alternator is weak, but that doesn't cause many problems. A/C system needs finishing.
This car will be good for many, many more miles. it is not a bad 220d at all.
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  | The best car I've ever had |
 | Good looking oldtimer! |
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2002 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.2 diesel Automatic |
| Performance marks | 7/10 |
| Reliability marks | 9/10 |
| Comfort marks | 9/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 8/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 318000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 321000 miles |
| Previous car | Mercedes-Benz W115 |
| Date of Entry | 19th January, 2003 |