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83 280ce should i change the engine ?

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Old 06-23-2010, 01:37 AM
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83 280ce should i change the engine ?

so, i found a 83 280 ce in very good condition but the engine is dead do you guys think its worth to put a new engine in it and how much do you guys think it will cost ? thanks
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1982 300D VNT, 1980 240D 3.0T, 1982 300TD
A new engine will cost around $5000. Finding a used replacement will be difficult in the USA, the 280's engine was only imported for 3 years.
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I have two runners if you need one. The best of the two has 146K on it and only needs new valve seals. Hope this helps.

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