Needed new axles and ball joints and general going through.
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!
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!!!
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.
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!