1982 Mercedes-Benz W123 240D review from North America
"A long-lasting incredibly engineered machine"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Upper control arms.
Faulty door locks (3 times).
Air conditioning leak.
Brake-strut support.
General comments?
This car is not for people who must have lots of acceleration, but is a commuter's dream. It still gets over 30 miles per gallon after almost 1/3 a million miles.
The ride is excellent, and it doesn't require very much maintenance. Parts are relatively cheap, and repair materials are easy to find.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1982 |
| First year of ownership | 1985 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.4L diesel Manual |
| Performance marks | 5 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 9 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 45000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 332000 miles |
| Previous car | Toyota Corolla |
| Date of Entry | 28th May, 2001 |