1983 Mercedes-Benz W123 300D NON turbo
Summary:
The finest saloon car ever made in the 70's and 80s
Faults:
Engine mountings perished due to age. Initially electric mirrors and windows were sticky, but use has brought them back to life.
General Comments:
Quite simply the best ' practical classic ' car I have ever owned.
Superb ride, vision and economy for a car 26 years old.
I find many excuses to drive it.
Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? Yes
Review Date: 5th February, 2009
29th Aug 2006, 13:28
I have owned my benz for the last 2 years. When I bought it, it had 220K miles on it. It now has 287,000 and the engine still runs like new. Change oil every three thousand miles. Make sure the oil is multi grade and for diesel engine. On the highway, make sure you do not over rub the engine. Drive it between 60 and 75 miles per hour. Over 80, will over rub your engine. Most of the wear on engine (80%) comes from the first and 2nd gear. In the morning, make sure the engine worms a little bit before you take off.. Great German engineering and diesel engine will keep you going with the proper maintenance. Take care of it.