1987 Mercedes Benz 300SDL Review (W126)

[@docthediesel7781]

Just got back from an hour-long cruise in my father’s ‘86 SDL. You feel like a million dollars rolling down back roads and Interstate highways in these. My oldest Benz is the ‘84 300SD with the 5-cylinder turbodiesel and the shorter wheelbase. That one is arguably faster than the SDL right off the line, but when the turbo kicks in on that SDL, you feel the extra torque for sure. They both keep up in traffic just fine.

[@KyleLiongCars]

I love it too!!

[@turnne]

really Years ago I used to own a 1985 300SD and you really had to push it at times to merge onto a freeway..meaning AC off or throw it down in a lower gear I didnt realize the 300SDLs were slower?! Funny story...After the 1985 300SD I went to a 1992 300D and that was like rocket ship compared to the 85

[@MM-fq9gi]

I had one, great car, 30 MPG with an over 600 mile range per filling. When I had a turbo failure, the dealer replaced the catalytic converter and turbo for free stating this model had a lifetime warranty on these components due to design issue, when that happened that car had about 70K miles on it in 1992.

[@KyleLiongCars]

Wish they still have lifetime warranty hahaha

[@PROFESSIONAL.C-W]

This is the most beautiful car from Mercedes without a doubt

[@KyleLiongCars]

I still prefer the W140 haha but yes, this is a close 2nd

[@gravytrain416]

Great video. It almost brought me to tears. I'm 46 years old; I've been driving Mercedes sedans for 27 years. My first Mercedes was a burgundy 1987 300SDL just like that one same color. I always thought it had an elegant look. I still do, all these years later. It was 9 years old, and I was 19. I wish I'd never sold it. I did notice that if it's indeed a 1987 SDL, someone has upgraded the interior a little. The center console with the roll-up compartment under the armrest didn't come out until later. It's sad that they only built that engine 1986-87. They ruined it when the 3.5 came out. Less than 14,000 300SDLs were built. I had an 86 and an 87. I'd love to have either one of them back. Finding one today, in decent condition and at an affordable price is close to impossible. Thank you for the video. It brought back great memories of my youth and of one of the best cars I've ever owned.

[@KyleLiongCars]

My pleasure! Glad the video was also able to evoke emotion :)

[@zYGhostXVI]

I agree finding one in decent condition is a hassle I found one decent shape and jumped on it. I bought it when I was 19 years old my first car is an 86 300sdl. Ive owned the car for two years now, I’m only 21 and I hope to keep it as my forever car. I fixed her up mechanically and all that is left is a fresh coat of paint, and reupholstery of the seats. Most of my friends don’t understand why I drive an old merc but only the senior people appreciate my ride which is fine by me. I also have an 85’ 500sec and a 90’ 560sel.

[@R005t3r]

Back when Benz built solid cars.

[@CrystalClearWith8BE]

The Mercedes-Benz W126 was the flagship luxury sedan of the 1980s followed by the BMW 7 Series E23 and E32, but both those BMW 7 Series sedans I mentioned weren't sold in the Philippines because BMW wasn't sold in the Philippines until the mid '90s.

[@RickAstley06]

This isn't not just an old mercedes.... THIS IS A TANK!

[@KyleLiongCars]

Sure is!

[@N.California]

While stationed in Germany (US Army), I finally realized how important the headlight wiper blades really are. During winter in Germany, while driving on the wet (and dirty) roads, unbelievably, the headlight's get covered with a road film so heavy, dark, and disgusting that it actually snuffs out 90% of the light from the lamp. It really limits the view to like a "Model A, or T" ford from the 1920's. And now I don't think they are as ridiculous as I once thought.

[@KyleLiongCars]

I never understood them too until this haha! Thanks

[@MERCEDES-BENZS600GUARD_V12]

I found a Mercedes-Benz 500SEC with headlight wipers as well🎹🎶

[@Krerksakul]

Long live the classic mercedes!

[@KyleLiongCars]

Indeed

[@858onejoey]

Great review. Thanks for making the video. This brought me back. My parents had a Diamond blue 1987 300SDL bought new in San Diego with the stock rims chromed and accented in 24K gold plated emblems and trunk trim. So 80s! They went on to sell it and buy other Mercedes over the years and now today they own SUV Mercedes. But something about that 300SDL was special and a stand-out. I do miss it. I think you may be mistaken about the fuel economy the diesel had over the gas 300SEL. IIRC, we experienced as good as 30mpg and over (highway); that coupled with lower Diesel gas prices at the time made it significantly better. Yes, the 560SEL and 420SEL made better power, but the downside was the abysmal gas mileage as low as 10-12mpg if you were to drive as freely as you wanted to. Thanks again for your work in putting out the videos; am enjoying all your Mercedes content and seeing the cars drive around Manila!

[@KyleLiongCars]

Thanks! Glad I was able to help you reminisce

[@adriandelosreyes8711]

Wow that W126 is pristine ! probably one of the best here in the ph. It looks like you've reviewed every classic MB from the 70's to the 90's Kyle :) still looking forward if you can review a Fintail or a Ponton hehe.

[@KyleLiongCars]

Thanks haha! Still haven't reviewed a couple. Yes, looking into reviewing a Ponton too :D

[@medranovideohd6559]

Como de Bello es el Coche, así de Excelente quedó la fílmica de este majestuoso Mercedes-Benz, de Película. Saludos desde República Dominicana

[@KyleLiongCars]

Thank you

[@w124mercedes7]

I just picked up a like new 1987 300sdl with 160k miles for $500. Everything works. The body and paint is perfect. Interior looks like new And it's a local 1 owner car bought new by a doctor. I also have a real nice 1987 300d with 163k miles which I think I will sell soon now that I have the 300sdl. The older mercedes are fabulous cars.

[@KyleLiongCars]

Congratulations

[@monroefields2265]

How to replace your fan belt on the1987 300 sdl

[@tjjavier]

Awesome review! Very detailed and engaging! IMO your best yet!!! 🙌 And that's Filinvest, Alabang. You passed by my condo 😂

[@KyleLiongCars]

Thanks :D

[@vornamenachname5589]

this car has a beautiful colour combination and seems like in great shape. i own a '88 Euro W126 420SE and a later S500 W220 myself. not sure if i could enjoy a diesel 126 but i guess there is a reason why they haven't sold them here. btw. speaking of aerodynamics like a box: the 126 chassis has a drag coefficient of 0,34 which was impressive back then and is still really good today. huge improvement compared to it's predecessor W116.

[@KyleLiongCars]

Interesting :D

[@luceatlux]

Which do you prefer, this car or the older OM617 version?

[@westhavenor9513]

Nice review! The prices you quote are about the same here in the US for a well-used SDL. However, lower mileage, excellent condition examples will go for $15,000-30,000 USD at retail auction sites. Diesel popularity has waned somewhat in my part of the US, as gasoline is $3.50 a gallon and diesel is $5 a gallon, which negates the higher MPG advantage of diesel cars.

[@KyleLiongCars]

Thanks! Diesel was extremely popular here too as diesel had always been significantly cheaper than gasoline. about 30-40% less. Now, they're about neck and neck, with diesel sometimes being more expensive. Nonetheless, there's a certain charm to old Mercedes Benz diesels, even if you disregard supposed efficiency.

[@westhavenor9513]

@@KyleLiongCars I agree completely! I have an '84 W126 gas-pig in my garage. Don't drive it often, but it just puts a smile on my face when I see it!

[@rdd5990]

Hi your MBZ LOOK AWSOME. I have 1999 c280 w202 and 1991 300e w124. I wonder if any of you have any tips of where we can obtain Mercedes OE parts for maintenance. Some are hard to get. Thanks in advance

[@KyleLiongCars]

You can try out Mbenz Buy and Sell group on FB. Multiple sellers :D

[@CrystalClearWith8BE]

Mercedes-Benz began sales in the Philippines in the 1950s as the dominant luxury car brand sold in the Philippines in that time. BMW and Audi weren't sold in the Philippines until the '90s because during the Cold War, they don't meet vehicle standards in the Philippines in that time. Correct me if I'm wrong. In the 1980s, the Mercedes-Benz S-Class W126 became the flagship luxury sedan in that time beating out the BMW 7 Series E23 in 1980, but was later beaten by the BMW 7 Series E32 in 1987 delaying the release of the W140. Guess what. Ferdinand Marcos owned one W126. Another was used as Corazon Aquino's official state car. Even Michael Jackson owned one too which was built in 1985.

[@mikev.5845]

"V"-126 thanks for the knowledge. Between W108 & W109, are they different just because of the length (SE/SEL)?

[@KyleLiongCars]

Mostly except for the 280SE and SEL..... Those were all designated as the W108. All 109s get more standard equipment too

[@JohnAgustinScuderia458595]

Oh man I miss these Classic/Merc Reviews!

[@KyleLiongCars]

As promised haha

[@MERCEDES-BENZS600GUARD_V12]

Yes me two🎹🎹🎹🎹🎹🎹🎹🎹🎹🎹🎹🎹🎹🎹🎹🎹🎹🎹🎹🎹🎹🎹🎹🎹🎹🎹🎶

[@GeorgeMichael-x7e]

I’m obsessed with this car, I can’t even enjoy my new Porsche because I’ll I want it this (hard to find where I live) all I want is a good engine I want to renovate it for a hobby.

[@Tokey_The_Bear]

You have a gift, my friend. Love your videos. Oh and V126> ALL!!

[@KyleLiongCars]

Thank you very much!

[@Tokey_The_Bear]

@@KyleLiongCars Of course! I can't wait to pick mine up soon.

[@Eric-dz1we]

What a great presentation !

[@KyleLiongCars]

Thanks

[@jeremywhiteley3021]

This still has a trap oxidizer. There was a recall for it.

[@thefamilybalza6737]

Is this car still available?if yes,,,how much

[@KyleLiongCars]

Not for sale

[@bosley629]

Please feature the W126 350SDL soon ✌️

[@KyleLiongCars]

A bit hard to find?

[@dmdvvillamar5561]

Ohhh yes, Nakaka miss yung mga old car review mo finally you're back haha 🤪 By the way I'm waiting parin sa old Lexus Ls400 review 🙂😘🥂

[@KyleLiongCars]

Wala na ako mahanap LS400 sadly

[@deepfried3224]

Kyle got that lightskin stare tho

[@KyleLiongCars]

😙

[@allansantos1717]

DREAM CAR RIGHT THERE ! ! !

[@KyleLiongCars]

Real beauty

[@zubairafaq8311]

Kyle wru in Singapore or Hong Kong

[@KyleLiongCars]

Philippines

[@zubairafaq8311]

@@KyleLiongCars ok. I have a 1990 300 SEL just 83,000 kms . It has hardly been used now at workshop for routine maintainance, will send you photo. I am in Lahore Pakistan

[@glenmarquez]

those grab handles are too damn long XD. parang may small lockable compartment din near the aircon vents at the middle? Also wondering how the glove box looks.

[@KyleLiongCars]

Yes there is a compartment there too haha

[@TrollFalcon]

I wish my 84 was the SDL 😭😭😭😭

[@MERCEDES-BENZS600GUARD_V12]

Yey!!!!!!! The old Merc vids areback🎹🎹🎹🎹🎹🎹🎹🎹🎹🎹🎹🎹🎹🎹🎹🎹🎹🎹🎹🎹🎹🎹🎹🎹🎹🎹🎹🎹🎹🎹🎹🎹🎹🎹🎹🎹🎹🎹🎹🎹🎹🎹🎹🎹🎹🎹🎹🎹🎹🎹🎹🎹🎹🎹🎹🎹🎹🎹🎹🎹🎹🎹🎹🎹🎹🎹🎹🎹🎹🎹🎶

[@KyleLiongCars]

Yehey

[@MERCEDES-BENZS600GUARD_V12]

@@KyleLiongCars I always wondered why those hood ornaments were movable even on new Mercs🎹🎶

[@franciscozabalaga4871]

hace a 300td same year, same engine, love it

[@KyleLiongCars]

Good to hear :D

[@Germanymade777]

How older r u anyway

[@KyleLiongCars]

25

[@Germanymade777]

@@KyleLiongCars love your channel 👏👏👏

[@KyleLiongCars]

Thanks

[@MERCEDES-BENZS600GUARD_V12]

​@@KyleLiongCarstotoo ba yan? Hahaha🎹🎶

[@albertsawing7054]

Best in the world.. thanks Kyle..🤗🤗

[@KyleLiongCars]

Thanks too

[@albertsawing7054]

@@KyleLiongCars 👌👌🤗🤗

[@jeremywhiteley3021]

Replace the trap and it will be a lot faster.

[@julianpan_]

😍 Love the plate 😂

[@KyleLiongCars]

😂😂

[@Frank-bg6xz]

Keep in mind that way back in the day, Diesel was less expensive than gasoline.

[@KyleLiongCars]

Even today though it is... at least here in the Philippines

[@Frank-bg6xz]

@@KyleLiongCars I remember my father buying fuel for his 300SD for about 97 cents per gallon.

[@rjscott6116]

All US w126 cars came with a driver's side airbag.

[@KyleLiongCars]

The early ones didn’t AFAIK

[@AndrewCDiprose]

This would be the car for me if only I had the money to buy it and to pay the ridiculous third party car insurance premiums they charge in Italy

[@KyleLiongCars]

It’s more expensive for old cars there?

[@andrewdiprose]

@@KyleLiongCars Italia is expensive full stop

[@dev1ce888]

💪💪💪

[@KyleLiongCars]

:D

[@tavial3419]

👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽

[@KyleLiongCars]

🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@KR-ki9hw]

Full sized spare tire with the same wheels.

[@donalfonsocruziii9808]

Kamukha nung W126 nila Former President Cory Aquino and Fidel Ramos pero nakadisplay sa Museo ng Pampangulong Sasakyan

[@KyleLiongCars]

Check out the first 2 W126 videos. I have a surprise in store for you haha

[@donalfonsocruziii9808]

Hilig ko talaga sa Mercedes-Benz at Toyota mismo Bro! except other Car Brands

[@lydianeilklassen]

There is not a better looking car made since, they dont even try.

[@juanmorales5133]

Es una pena que los Filipinos no hablen Español despues del genocidio que hicieron los angloamericanos con ellos😢

[@juanmorales5133]

Habla en Español o si no en Filipino. No te vendas a Los Angloamericanos😂😂