1983 Mercedes-Benz W123 300TD review from North America
"Solid, tank-like. Buy one in good shape and take care of it if you like it!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Needed overhaul of suspension, ball joints, rear axles.
Also needed air filter box bushings.
Some other things I have replaced because I wanted to. About $3600 total, but that is just because I wanted to restore things.
General comments?
Quite powerful and has torque.
Abundant creature comforts for the vintage.
I love the manual sunroof, it's large and easy to operate. I love manual controls.
Everything works except lower door locks. All other vacuum mediated systems are fine!
I am putting Bosch European headlight on it cause the original lights are old.
Silver is a great color. The interior is an nearly immaculate blue and it's growing on me.
My bearded collie loves this car!!!
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1983 |
| Year of manufacture | 1983 |
| First year of ownership | 2004 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2005 |
| Engine and transmission | 3L 5 cylinder turbo diesel Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 9 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 5 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 6 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 160000 miles |
| Most recent distance | 172000 miles |
| Previous car | Jeep Grand Wagoneer |
| Date of Entry | 23rd February, 2005 |