This 1982 Mercedes-Benz 240TD was imported from Spain in 2024 and registered in Charleston, South Carolina with the current owner. Import documents are included in the gallery and the sale. Finished in English Red (504) over Palomino MB-Tex (154), power comes from a 2.4L OM616 four-cylinder diesel paired with a four-speed automatic transmission. Standard features include power steering, a manual sunroof, central locking, and a folding 3rd row bench seat. The service history of the wagon prior to import doesn’t show much documentation and what is included is in Spanish. Under the current owner’s care some records are included. The documented services include new shocks, new control arms, new brake lines, new calipers, new door seals, new glow plugs, both fuel filters, an oil service, and a valve adjustment. The glow plugs, fuel filters, and valve adjustment were addressed within the last year. This 1982 240TD shows 265k km (164k miles) and is offered by the current owner and seller with importation documents, spare interior trim pieces, recent service documents, and a clean SC title.
The car is finished in English Red (504) and features chrome-accented North European-spec bumpers and trim, European-market headlamps, a manually-operated sunroof, and a manually adjustable passenger-side mirror. The trim, brightwork, and glass are reportedly in great condition. The wagon received a repaint in its original color in Spain and believed to be its only repaint from new. A small imperfection in the paint just behind the driver side rear wheel is noted and highlighted in the gallery.
The original 14″ Bundt wheels feature paint-matched hub caps. The wheels show well and are wrapped in Lanvigator tires measuring 195/70 on all four corners. The factory spare is located in the trunk floor with the original tire and tool kit.
The cabin features seats upholstered in Palomino MB-Tex (154) with matching Palomino door panels and carpets. The dashboard and center console are trimmed in black along with the steering wheel and shift knob. Black vinyl trim takes the place of veneer throughout the cabin and displays nicely. Equipment includes a heater with defrost and dual-zone controls, a rear heated window, a manual sunroof, and the folding 3rd row seat. An aftermarket Continental head unit is installed and features bluetooth connectivity. The seats remain in excellent original condition along with the dash which remain clean and free of cracks or fading.
Original VDO instrumentation includes a 180-km/h speedometer, an analog clock, and additional auxiliary gauges include coolant temperature, oil pressure, and fuel level which all function properly. The six-digit odometer shows 265k km (164k miles).
The 2.4-liter OM616 diesel inline-four produced 67 horsepower and 97 lb-ft of torque when new and is paired to an automatic four-speed transmission. The service history of the wagon prior to import doesn’t show much documentation and what is included is in Spanish. Under the current owner’s care some records are included. The documented services include new shocks, new control arms, new brake lines, new calipers, new door seals, new glow plugs, both fuel filters, an oil service, and a valve adjustment. The glow plugs, fuel filters, and valve adjustment were addressed within the last year.
The Carfax report shows the first entry in 2024 along with Florida and South Carolina registrations. This 1982 240TD shows 265k km (164k miles) and is offered by the current owner and seller with importation documents, recent service documents, and a clean SC title.
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The S123 wagon continues to be one of the strongest corners of the W123 market, and this 1982 240TD makes an especially charming case for the appeal. Finished in English Red over Palomino, it has the warm, period-correct look that these cars wear so well. This example’s European history adds to the character. Imported from Spain in 2024, and now residing in Charleston, it carries the kind of transatlantic story that feels entirely appropriate for a W123 estate. These were cars built to be used, traveled in, and kept in service for decades, and that lived-in durability is a major part of why enthusiasts continue to gravitate toward them. The appeal here is not about flash or outright performance. It is about color, utility, simplicity, and the enduring honesty of the W123 platform. For buyers looking for a classic Mercedes wagon with great colors and a more interesting origin story than the average U.S.-market example, this English Red 240TD has the right kind of charm.
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Well won. I was over my budget already! Just loved the color! Good auction as always.reserve off$21,000 bid placed by @KwiekClassics
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Hi everyone, feel free to shoot over any questions as the auction winds down I am here to answer them.$12,000 bid placed by @Csanford
Three additional photos and three videos have been added to the listing.https://www.youtube.com/shorts/LdAvJRon97g Link to front and rear wiper operationhttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=MapY-1mLP4I Cold start youtube video link abovehttps://www.youtube.com/watch?v=64kxutOzcR0 Link above of indicator lights$10,250 bid placed by @Deslpwr
https://youtu.be/03lr4c8bECg?feature=shared Here is a driving video link from today. I have some other videos I am attempting to upload. Car drives great on the highway at speed, you can let go of the wheel and it tracks straight@JQBeerman Yes I should be able to accommodate. Send me a private msg and we can exchange contact info. Thanks@Dougbp1...Beautiful wagon. I'm just up the road from you. Would you be able to facilitate a look at the vehicle tomorrow (Friday)?Hi Guys thanks for the questions and comments. The description states the car has the original tool kit, that is not correct. I do not have the original tool kit for the wagon. The original spare is in place though. I will get driver POV video out over the next few days and some more photos. Thanks@Csanford That's correct, and dash-out to replace the heater core. I wouldn't gamble with the one in there if it's been bypassed for years.@KwiekClassics Does this mean no heat?$8,500 bid placed by @KwiekClassics
@Jtwoods4 Correct, never bothered me during my ownership so I did not address@KwiekClassics the door lock vacuum circuit has also been bypassed.@KwiekClassics Hi, I purchased the vehicle with the bypass in place so, I do not know if it leaks, is clogged or if there is no issue at all and it was just bypassed at some point. The blower motor does work blowing only ambient air.Hey @Dougbp1, looks like the heater core has been bypassed, do you know if it leaks?Beautiful example. Thought I saw it on PI in July.$8,000 bid placed by @Massengillfam
Hi Everyone, Thanks for taking a look at my 1982 240TD in English Red. The car has been garaged and a fair weather weekend cruiser during the 2 years of my ownership. I imported this wagon from Spain in 2024 as I was looking for a euro spec wagon in an interesting color with no rust. This wagon always fires right up and rides incredibly well. It cruises at 65 on the highway without issue and has no problem climbing up the highway bridges at speed here in Charleston SC. I am not a w123 expert but will do my best to answer any questions as they come my way.