1983 Mercedes-Benz W123 200T review from UK and Ireland
"Beautiful Classic"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Central Locking not working.
Clunk from exhaust.
Sunroof will not lock in place when open.
General comments?
I bought this old Merc as a fun car to replace my VW Camper and I have fallen in love with it.
It is a very basic specification model with four speed manual gear change and cloth upholstery.
The doors close with an excellent quality clunk and the car is covered in lovely chrome details including roof rails and wheel covers (with body colour centres)
Since having the car I have repaired the broken drivers seat base and replaced the worn driver seat cover with a replacement from a Merc specialist in the UK.
The car is a real pleasure to drive it wafts down the road like only a Mercedes can.
I have had W124 and W210 E class Mercs before and they always have the same essential character.
People will always tell you that you shouldn't buy a Merc with a manual transmission or without leather etc, but at the right price an odd spec car can give you a great deal of pleasure.
The spares back up for W123s is excellent both from dealers and specialists.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2006 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2006 |
| Engine and transmission | 2 Litre 4 cylinder petrol Manual |
| Performance marks | 8/10 |
| Reliability marks | 10/10 |
| Comfort marks | 10/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 10/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 144000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 147000 miles |
| Previous car | Volkswagen Type II |
| Date of Entry | 1st December, 2006 |