kevin kraly wrote:
It's a 1983 300SD with 284K on the clock. It has very nice gray paint,
pretty good gray interior other than some dash cracks and worn seat springs,
no blowby, strong firm shifting tranny that shifts when it's supposed to
both up and down, all working power windows and sunroof, and it made the 70
mile drive through rain, wind and traffic up from Albany to Hillsboro with
no problem! It could use pads and rotors in the front, and Rusty has them
on sale, YEAH! A diesel Purge and a valve adjustment are also in the
future. Now, here's the bad stuff, and the list isn't too long! First off,
it needs working power seat mechanisms. Right now, The driver's seat is
stuck all the way back which is great only for someone with very long legs!
The motor runs, but the seat doesn't go anywhere.
Needs a new seat cable, not a big deal.
Also, the power seat
switch knobs are missing leaving only little pieces to grab onto, not too
functional. Does this require a new switch? If so, does the whole door
panel need to be removed to do the job?
YOu just need the knobs, they just snap on, unless the actual studs are
broken off, then you will need a new switch. And yes, yo uhave to
remove the door panel.
Second: the central locking system doesn't work. I know that it could be as
simple as a fuse, or moisture in the trunk could have damaged the pump in
the spare tire well since it's leaking.
Check fuse first, if not, see if you are getting power to the pump. If
so, its the pump, if not, probably the switch in the door.
Third: AC doesn't work which isn't too big of a worry yet. The ACC does
work with good heat and defrost when needed.
Fourth: The panel above the rear window that houses the interior light is
sagging in the center although it's secure on both ends. Could it be
missing a clip that keeps the center in place?
It could be, you would just have to check.
I thought that $1300 was a good deal for a very good running and very
presentable deily driver. I'm sure I'll have other questions as I become
more familiar with the W126 chassis, my first turbo diesel Mercedes!
Kevin in Hillsboro Oregon
1983 300SD 284K miles, waiting for a name
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