1979 Mercedes 240D Walk Around - When Rescuing One W123 Diesel Mercedes Just Isn't Enough!

When one W123 diesel isn't enough. This is a rescue 1979 240D. I found it in Bremerton, WA, showing only 151,000 miles (I suspect it's a bit off) - but in all original shape. I got it from the same family that I bought the 560SEL from a year ago. As you can see, it will need a fair bit of work - but that's what 123's are for!

[@datdamndavisboy]

I HAD to come back once I saw the seats!!! They are BEAUTIFUL!! I LOVE the color!! It’s a WONDERFUL example!!

[@edwardjbarton]

Thanks!

[@mattpipes5106]

Wow! For the price it is in REALLY REALLY great shape! I have an ‘82 300td and recently had to get the transmission rebuilt, but I hope the service needed is on this one is just some maintenance… the engine seems like it’s running strong, great 240d!

[@edwardjbarton]

Trans is still a bit wonky - even after service. Need to do a bit more work to diagnose after the 300D is back in service.

[@petercollingwood522]

Fantastic. I couldn't believe the condition of that car. Far nicer than both my 81's that I had some years ago. But then I noticed it only has 151K on the odometer. Both mine were over 300K when I bought them. When I unscrewed the oil caps on both they would shoot out of the engine bay like bullets. I love that color combo too. So 70's and that paint will look great once it's been cut and polished. In my opinion the 123 240D is the greatest car ever made. And I'm not kidding. One day I hope to be able to acquire another.

[@edwardjbarton]

I think that 151K is off by a bit - odo is not working...typical...

[@RadioNul]

Difficult to find these with wheel arches in such good condition. Looks good!

[@edwardjbarton]

Thanks - will be digging in more after I finish the brakes on the 300D - but I'm finding no real rust anywhere...

[@eriks9417]

i love love the simplicity of it! But i would need power windows locks and a/c. Cadillac and Lincoln owners would laugh... $17,000 (orig msrp?) for this mercedes and no power windows locks and ac???? i love it!!! it's the perfect size. cute little diesel engine and plenty of room to work on it.

[@edwardjbarton]

Drove it into Burlington from Anacortes today to get new tires on it. It needs valve adjustments; the injectors probably need to be rebuilt. The thing is dog slow, and I'm at sea level. It is straightforward to work on. And yes, I would have opted for the Lincoln or Caddy back then (DeVille & Continental were about $13k!). Not many Caddys or Lincolns are still on the road from 79, though! 🙂

[@vinnybruce2874]

I currently own a 1983 model

[@eriks9417]

Why do the rims/tires always look too small on 1970s mercedes? 😆 🤣 😂 but i love them!!!

[@edwardjbarton]

14's! Can't hardly find them anywhere...

[@eriks9417]

@@edwardjbarton I think my 1984 chevette had bigger. 😆 🤣 😂

[@datdamndavisboy]

The rich keep getting richer huh Ed? LOLOLOL Congratulations! The prices on the East Coast are getting ridiculous.

[@edwardjbarton]

Really good choices up here in the Northwest. Having just come back here from Florida, there’s more choice there, but better examples are fair prices here.

[@datdamndavisboy]

@@edwardjbarton Agreed!! The Patina Collective has singlehandedly doubled the going price of 2000 and older Benzes. One day soon I’m gonna attempt to come out to PNW and drive a winner back East.