This 1980 Mercedes-Benz 300SD includes records dating back to 1980 and shows history primarily in Atlanta, Georgia with some time spent in Florida. Finished in its original Silver Blue Metallic (930) over Blue Leather (202) color combination, power comes from a 3.0-liter OM617 five-cylinder turbodiesel engine paired to a four-speed automatic transmission. Features include North American-spec bumpers and headlamps, Bundt wheels, air conditioning, power windows, cruise control, and the original Becker head unit. The car has been kept indoors in a climate controlled garage since the sellers acquisition in 2022. Recent service in preparation for the sale includes an AC service, full inspection, lubricated door jams, and an oil service. This 300SD now shows 156k miles and is offered by the selling dealer with four keys, records since new, a tool kit, original first aid kit, and a clean Georgia title.
The bodywork is finished in Silver Blue Metallic (930) and features correct North American-spec bumpers and headlamps. The glass throughout this example remains completely original and displays OEM etchings on each pane. Additional exterior features include a power antenna, fog lamps, and chrome trim around the windows and beltline. The paint is reportedly in excellent condition with no corrosion and detailed photos of the exterior are viewable in the gallery.
Original silver Bundt wheels measuring are shown with matching center caps and wear Westlake Radial RP18 tires measuring 195/70. An original full-size spare wheel and tire are located under the trunk floor.
The cabin is trimmed in Blue Leather (202) across the seats, door cards, dashboard, and armrest. The cabin is accented with Zebrano wood trim on the dashboard, center console, and shifter surround. The seller notes the original dash currently has a dash cover installed. Additional amenities include controls for the operational power antenna, rear defrost, cabin lights, air conditioning, and power windows. The rear passenger side window is noted to be inoperable. The original blue floor mats are pictured in the trunk and will be included.
The original four spoke steering wheel frames VDO instrumentation including a 85-mph speedometer and 6k-rpm tachometer, as well as gauges for oil pressure, coolant temperature, and fuel level. The odometer displays 156k original miles.
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. The car comes with a binder full of service records dating back to 1980 when the car was new. The seller reports the car to be run and drive with no issues, and since the seller's acquisition in 2022 the car has remained garaged in a climate controlled setting. Recent service in preparation for the sale includes an AC service, full inspection, lubricated door jams, and an oil service.
This 300SD is a thoroughly documented example and is offered by the selling dealer in Tucker, Georgia with four keys, service records since new, the original first aid kit, and a clean Georgia title.
The following videos have been included by the seller:
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14 Comments
$15,000 bid placed by @TLowry
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Additional photos of the interior have been added to the end of the gallery.
$2,500 bid placed by @tbssd
$2,250 bid placed by @JKPG
@dcullen There are a few more interior pictures after the pictures of the service records, but I will be adding more pictures of the interior shortly. Thank you.
@callnyc Will post more pictures of the interior shortly. Thank you for your patience.
@JKPG Yes, there is a reserve. Thank You.
@KingKitty Hello, yes the A/C and heat is in perfect running condition. Also the climate control works fine.
$2,000 bid placed by @randyadams25
$1,750 bid placed by @JKPG
$1,500 bid placed by @Agschmidt
interior photos please
930 and 202 are the most beautiful color combinations on these 116s.
Can you please post pictures or videos of the interior: front seats, floor boards, pedals, etc.? Thank you.
Is there a reserve?
$1,250 bid placed by @randyadams25
$1,000 bid placed by @Stuart_Curry0322
An AC service? Does that mean that both the AC and heat are working, that is, is the ACC servo fully functional? Looks nice, not getting a lot of love here.
A cold-start video and underside photos have been added to the auction.
$250 bid placed by @randyadams25
Do you have any photos of the underside and suspension? Any active leaks? Also a cold start and idle video?
@Dman Thank you very much.
Beautiful example. Good luck with the sale!