1985 Mercedes-Benz W123 300 D Turbo review from North America
"This car is phenomenal"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The fuel injector return lines were old and porous, slight leak when car was running, easy fix, ordered lines from M.B. and changed them myself.
General comments?
The W123 model is the best 4 door touring car Mercedes Benz has ever built. 1985 was the last year for the W123 and it was at the height of German engineering.
This car was a one owner car when I bought it, and the owner kept every record of service and repair from day 1.
It started right up after the glow plug light went out, and the temperature was 10-12 above zero and colder in New York.
She is a pleasure to drive, handles great, love cruising on the highway and can go all day and night. Very happy with this beauty.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1985 |
| Engine and transmission | 5 cylinder turbo Automatic |
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| Distance when acquired | 118123 miles |
| Most recent distance | 118938 miles |
| Previous car | Honda Civic |
| Date of Entry | 18th April, 2009 |