Manual 1985 Mercedes 230TE Wagon Might Be the Only Whip You’ll Ever Need

By Tony Markovich - July 20, 2016

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Did you know that Mercedes-Benz made W123 wagons with regular gas engines? If you did, good for you, we’re proud. If you didn’t, check your “learned one thing today” box. This car was up for sale on Craigslist for the last two months, but because of the high price, it didn’t sell.

It’s a 1985 Euro-spec W123 estate that comes from Germany and appears to be in great condition and in a wonderful color. The non-diesel engine is a 2.3-liter M102 four-cylinder that is rated at 135 horsepower and 150 lb-ft of torque. That’s mated to a five-speed manual transmission.

If you’re in the market for a stylish daily driver or are expanding into the family car market, this baby would have been a great purchase. It has space, cool factor, fun factor, and uniqueness. What’s not to love?