This 1997 Mercedes-Benz MB100 2.9D was sold new in Japan and imported to the United States in 2023. Finished in Nobility Red (3640) over Gray Cloth, this MB100 is powered by a 2.9L diesel 5-Cylinder paired to a 5-speed manual transmission. Features on this van include a front-mounted brush guard, rear ladder, heavy duty roof rack, power windows, air conditioning, and an Alpine head unit. This MB100 has reportedly been serviced regularly under previous ownership and the selling dealer has inspected the vehicle. This MB100 currently shows 98k km (~60k miles) and is offered by the selling dealer in Columbus, Ohio with recent service records, one key, and a clean Texas title.
Finished in Nobility Red (3640) the exterior shows a branded brush guard up front, rear ladder, heavy duty roof rack, and a tow hitch. The paint is reportedly original and in good condition along with the body. All glass remains original and free from cracks.
This MB100 wears 18x7.5” 5-spoke wheels fitted with Achilles tires measuring 235/55 at all four corners. Braking is handled by discs up front and drums in the rear and a spare wheel is mounted under the rear of the vehicle.
The cabin is trimmed in gray cloth and offers seating for 7 passengers. All the side windows feature sliding openings for passengers and each seat includes a seatbelt. The cabin offers power front windows and air conditioning with roof vents throughout the cabin. Up front, an aftermarket Alpine head unit with Bluetooth has been added. Normal wear can be seen throughout the cabin with all features reportedly working as intended.
The analog gauges feature a 160km/h speedometer and tachometer with readouts for coolant temperature and fuel level. A clock is mounted to the center of the dashboard.
This MB100 is powered by a 2.9L diesel 5-Cylinder paired to a 5-speed manual transmission. The engine is rated by the factory for 105 horsepower and 136 ft-lbs of torque. This MB100 has reportedly been serviced regularly under previous ownership and the selling dealer has inspected the vehicle.
This MB100 currently shows 98k km (~60k miles) and is offered by the selling dealer in Columbus, Ohio with recent service records, one key, and a clean Texas title.
The seller has included the following videos:
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The winning bidder will receive an email with the quote and option to proceed with shipping.
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26 Comments
Thanks! Rather spirited bidding at the end there.Wow. What a deal. Congrats to the buyer$14,250 bid placed by @zinggn
Reserve is off! Someone is taking home a unique piece of automotive history!$14,000 bid placed by @dpblues2000
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@Abaxter I would confidently bet you'd be the only one at C+C.@ARI1 Waiting for a hefty commission from work that has the possibility to flake. What a cool piece you have here! Kicking myself$9,750 bid placed by @zinggn
$9,500 bid placed by @Davis789
@ARI1 Much appreciated!$9,250 bid placed by @zinggn
@Davis789 We are glad to store vehicle for buyer within reason. @Abaxter Check your back pocket..At the current price this is a steal! There’s a v230 Mercedes van on FB marketplace I’ve been eyeing which is significantly more and what I feel is still a good price. Wish this had a few more days left so I could figure something out.$9,000 bid placed by @Vancouver
@zinggn At 6'4" there is 4" of head space above. @PUK9901 If this is important for you to bid, we would be happy to handle it for you.@ARI1 If I end up winning, would you be able to store for a week (plus or minus) while I set up shipping etc?$8,250 bid placed by @Davis789
$7,750 bid placed by @Butterbread
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$7,000 bid placed by @zinggn
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$6,500 bid placed by @Josh
$6,250 bid placed by @rogermarcon
$6,000 bid placed by @Vancouver
Looks like either the vehicle pulls to the left or the steering wheel is incorrectly positioned to the right. Any chance a wheel alignment can be done at Sellers expense prior to delivery?$5,750 bid placed by @rogermarcon
$5,500 bid placed by @Butterbread
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What is the front seat max headroom?@elie7elie Normally Aspirated (no turbo). You shouldn't have issues sourcing parts. MB does a good job stateside with euro spec cars.What is NA OM602? I assume NA = North America but OM602? Also, I have been told that finding parts for a vehicle that has a vin not made for the US will make it difficult to find parts at dealers. Is there a method to how to do it? And will MB techs be familiar to work with the engine?$5,000 bid placed by @JJEH
$4,500 bid placed by @pcbiwer
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An additional video and photo have been added to the listing.@oldMB After research I am not able to pinpoint exact towing specs. It has a round 7 pin plug like most bigger trailers (photo added shortly). The bumper pull hitch is rated at 7,500 lbs. You can see the other weight rating numbers on the metal plate in engine bay. @kaelaranae24 Texas title @avemaria This is NA OM602 @Stathios You have the VIN correct. Unfortunately carfax is only for NA cars.$3,000 bid placed by @rogermarcon
$2,750 bid placed by @pcbiwer
Hello what is the VIN number? is it this: KPD6612171P024961 I punched that in on lastvin/carfax but nothing came up. Thanks in advance@avemaria Texas titleIs this NA OM602, turbo or turbo with a charge air cooler?Does it have a us title?Additional photos have been added to the gallery.@DIY_DIESEL This vehicle has no rust. Has some surface corrosion underneath and on engine bay crossmember. No surface corrosion or bubbles showing in paint. Photos of sliding door area will be added shortly.$2,500 bid placed by @rogermarcon
$2,250 bid placed by @George67
What is the towing capacity of this vehicle and what trailer wiring connector is installed? Thanks$2,000 bid placed by @rogermarcon
@ARI1 Is there any rust/rot in the floor at the sliding door location? Could you post some photos of that area as well as the condition of the lower sliding door track?I like the optional front skid pan under engine protection. Is there rough terrain in Japan?$1,500 bid placed by @zinggn
$1,250 bid placed by @p2p2p2
$1,000 bid placed by @Josh
Underside photos have been added to the listing.