1982 Mercedes-Benz W123 240 D review from North America
"If you can find one, it's a stylish, cheap-to-own workhorse"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Bad paint (now restored via good quality wax)
Stereo - now replaced with new Sony.
Brakes (various work done) - master cylinder, pads, calipers.
Tie rods for steering.
Fuel system clogged with algae at 175,000 miles (rebuilt since)
Original starter died at 161,247, replaced.
Total exhaust system replacement with OEM parts between December 1999 and September 2000 (done in stages)
Valve adjustment done @ apx. 80,000 miles.
General comments?
Very reliable car!
Not built for speed, but is very safe, dependable, and stylish.
Interior is tough and hard to damage. Looks near new for a 19 year old car.
Very easy on the fuel. Still gets apx. 30 mpg.
I recommend these cars to anyone.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1982 |
| First year of ownership | 1996 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2001 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.4 liter diesel Automatic |
| Performance marks | 7 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 9 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 135000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 185350 miles |
| Date of Entry | 26th June, 2001 |