1983 Mercedes-Benz W123 300TD from North America - Comments

9th Feb 2005, 22:50

"Built like a tank!"

What things have gone wrong with the car?

Needed new axles and ball joints and general going through.

General comments?

Simply the most reliable and economical car I have had. I spend the money and money too take care of it. It's a west coast car with NO rust. It has taken care of me!


23rd Feb 2005, 20:21

This sounds like my car exactly. An 83 300TD. I put the new ball joints and axles on this rustfree car and I love it!!!


31st Jul 2005, 07:01

How much did the new ball joints and axles set you back? I think my 1985 300 TD might need some rear suspension work as well... Ouch.


9th Jul 2009, 22:19

We purchased a 1983 300TD in 2006, 158k miles. Rustproofed when new with receipts. Previous owner had over $12k in mechanical repairs and restoration. We've done another $8k in restoration while adding 27k miles. She rides like a dream and solid as a tank. She won't win any autocrosses, but I love her!

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