This 1985 Mercedes-Benz 300TD Turbo wagon shows North Carolina and Georgia registrations since new. The wagon is finished in Nautical Blue Metallic (929) over Palomino MB-Tex (154) with power provided by an OM617 3.0-liter turbodiesel inline-five mated to a four-speed automatic transmission. Equipment includes a sunroof, cruise control , air conditioning, a Becker with integrated Bluetooth, a first aid kit, power windows, and a power antenna. The included Carfax report shows 31 service history records with the majority recorded under 13 years of current ownership. This wagon has undergone mechanical refurbishment under the current owner’s care with detailed photos of the underside and mechanical components included in the gallery. This S123 wagon shows 255k miles and is offered with factory literature, partial service records, a Carfax report, and a clean Georgia title.
This 300TD is finished in Nautical Blue Metallic (929) and features a manual sunroof, chrome roof rails, and a rear window wiper. The car has been previously repainted in its factory color and various trim and brightwork have been refinishhed under current ownership. The current owner notes minor rock chips along the nose and a small rust spot behind the rear right wheel which can be seen in the gallery. The included Carfax report notes 5 damage reports from 1996 through 2021.
14″ Bundt wheels have been refinished and are mounted with Michelin tires measuring 195/70 at each corner with 2019 date codes. The SLS is reportedly functional and appears leveled and even in the photos provided.
The interior is trimmed in Palomino MB-Tex (154) with Zebrano wood accents on the console and dash. Amenities include power windows, automatic climate control, cruise control, and a Becker head unit with Bluetooth. The seller notes the rear left seat bottom had a tear at the seam and was resewn. Additionally the left rear door sill guard shows some wear and the tailgate plastic guard is faded.
The four-spoke steering wheel frames instrumentation including a 120-mph speedometer, a 6k-rpm tachometer, an analog clock, and a six-digit odometer showing approximately 255k miles. Additional auxiliary gauges include fuel level, coolant temperature, and oil pressure.
The 3.0-liter OM617 turbodiesel inline-five produced 125 horsepower and 184 lb-ft of torque when new, and sent power to the rear wheels through a four-speed automatic transmission. The included Carfax report shows 31 service history records with the majority recorded under 13 years of current ownership. This wagon has undergone mechanical refurbishment under the current owner’s care with detailed photos of the underside and mechanical components included in the gallery.
The included Carfax report shows a theft report in 1996 with no additional details given. This S123 wagon shows 255k miles and is offered with factory literature, partial service records, a Carfax report, and a clean Georgia title.
The W/S123 Wagons have achieved a cult status that seems to truly transcend marques. Their incredibly stout build quality and legendary longevity are masked behind a friendly face that wins approving nods from nearly all perceptive passers-by. While many may chalk this adoration up to nostalgia - sourced of the mind’s eye from those of us who grew up riding in the back of these trusty tri-stars – the 300TDT wagon is more than just a party trick. These loveable long-haulers boast bank vault build quality, iconic styling and everyday economical usability with the OM617; provided you’re not in too much of a hurry, of course.
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2 Comments
Can you please post a clear picture of the rust on the right real wheel well?
Even with 255k miles, it looks fantastic! I would gladly drive this!
$3,500 bid placed by @Awismot