Great, dependable, classic 1982 240D (W123)

Hello. You are viewing my 1982 Mercedes W123 240D with 260,000 miles on it. If you know these cars, they last forever (if properly maintained). Have had this car for over two years and it’s served me well. It’s a four-speed manual and the motor/clutch/transmission are in great shape (per my master Mercedes-Benz mechanic).

First the good: it’s incredibly reliable, always starts, and you can’t believe it’s a 35 year old car. Get over 30 miles per gallon. Goes 70-75 on the highway. Pulls strong. Alignment is good. And have maintained it well. Drive this with confidence at all times. Has never overheated while I owned it. .

Here is the maintenance (with receipts) - probably $3K in repairs

Replaced glow plugs and wires

Suspension (front/back): shocks, control arms, bushings

New starter

Upgraded the headlights

Front window regulators replaced

Full Exhaust replacement

Valve Adjustment

Diesel purge

Brakes (front/back) - pads, rebuilt one caliper

Tires (80-85% tread left)

Replaced grill that looked rough.

Clutch Master Cylinder and Slave Cylinder

Gearbox replaced (used part)

Oil changes (every 5K)