This 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300SD is a three-owner example that was sold new to the original owner in Georgia. It received a comprehensive repaint in the early-2000’s along with years of preventative maintenance when the second owner bought the car. This W116 is finished in original Astral Silver Metallic (735) over Black MB-Tex (101). Power comes from a 3.0-liter OM617 five-cylinder turbodiesel engine paired to a 4-speed automatic transmission. Features include R134-converted air conditioning, a rebuilt Becker Grand Prix head unit, a power sliding sunroof, and refinished Baroque (Bundt) wheels. The odometer displays 208,514 miles and this 300SD is offered by the selling dealer with two keys, years of service records including extensive preventative maintenance, and a clean Georgia title. 

The bodywork is finished in Astral Silver Metallic (735) and features refinished brightwork including Euro-spec bumpers. All the glass in this example remains original and displays OEM etchings. The headlamps, taillamps, and marker lights were all replaced recently with OEM parts and function as they should. Minor delamination is noted at the bottom of the rear window and can be seen in the gallery and included walk around video. Features include a power sliding sunroof, power antenna, and independently adjustable rear view mirrors. 

Refinished 14″ Baroque (Bundt) wheels with paint matched center caps measure 14x6 on all four corners and are shown with new General Altimax tires measuring 205/70. A matching original full-size spare wheel and tire are shown in the trunk along with the original toolkit and hazard triangle. A spare painted center cap is included in the sale as well. 

The cabin is trimmed in Black MB-Tex (101) across the seats, door cards, dashboard, and armrest. The seats were recovered by the second owner with OEM-specific MB-Tex and show no rips, tears, or scuffs in the material. The cabin is accented with Zebrano wood trim on the dashboard, center console, and shifter surround. The Becker Grand prix head unit has been rebuilt and functions properly including indicator lights and preset functions. Air conditioning controls function as well and mitigate fan speed accordingly along with temperature and direction. Other features include controls for the operational power antenna, rear defrost, cabin lights, and sunroof. Newer OEM floor mats have been installed with the Mercedes emblem embroidered on the corners. 

The original four spoke steering wheel frames VDO instrumentation including a 125-mph speedometer and 6k-rpm tachometer, as well as gauges for oil pressure, coolant temperature, and fuel level. The odometer displays 208,514 original miles and the trip feature functions as intended. 

The 3.0-liter OM617 turbodiesel five-cylinder was rated for 110 horsepower and 160 lb-ft of torque when new and sends power to the rear wheels via a four-speed automatic transmission. In recent years, this 300SD has received more than $10k in preventative maintenance to ensure all systems function as they should. The following services have been performed with documentation: 

• Control Arms w/ bushings
• New Suspension
• New Expansion Tank
• AC Rebuild and Conversion
• Multiple Comprehensive Fluid Flushes
• Radiator Recore
• Window Regulators and Guides
• New Glow Plugs
• New Power Antenna
• Rebuilt Becker Grand Prix
• New Aux Fan
• New Parking Brake
• New Hood Pad
• All New Bulbs
• New Belts
• New Head Gasket

This 300SD is offered by the selling dealer with two keys, years of service records including extensive preventative maintenance, and a clean Georgia title.