My vote is for the 1980 300SD. Mine has around 415,000 miles and still is almost 100% original. It was the last year of the 116 body (remember metal before all the plastic on the 126 and later models). It's easy to work on, lots of engine compartment room, no EGR, and the only big weakness was the Chrysler servo A/C component. It rides great and is wonderful on long trips. It still gets around 28mpg on the road, starts good, etc. This car still has the original engine, trans, exhaust system, etc. The only big replacement was my wife went temporarily insane about 10 years ago and had the leather and pads replaced, still looks great, but cost a bunch. Otherwise, it's fuel and oil changes. I wouldn't swap the engine or change the things on this car. It was great as built with minimal electronics to foul the works. So, that's my vote. Best Wishes, Roger Hale Monroe, Ga. _______________________________________ http://www.okiebenz.com For new and used parts go to www.okiebenz.com To search list archives http://www.okiebenz.com/archive/
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