Wondering...
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I have been thinking about buying a mercedes 240D diesel, i believe it is a 1974. It has a little rust, however I am not too concerned as I know auto-body. I am not sure right now as to the state of the engine, etc. because I have not asked the current owner. Interior is good. I was wondering about a good asking price if it is even worthwhile to get in the first place. Any input would be appreciated.
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My former MB was a -79 230 (W123). A very reliable car, wich only problem was rust, rust and more rust (those suckers rusted everywhere!). If the car you're interested in is in a drivable condition, my guess is that it's worth somewhere around $200-500, considering this is no "classic" benz, but just another "old" car. If rust is of no concern for you, and the engine is running allright, then I can't see no reasson not to buy it. If you're in Europe, there are lots of spare-parts available at the junk-yards, and new steel to fix rust is pretty cheap.
Good luck!
My former MB was a -79 230 (W123). A very reliable car, wich only problem was rust, rust and more rust (those suckers rusted everywhere!). If the car you're interested in is in a drivable condition, my guess is that it's worth somewhere around $200-500, considering this is no "classic" benz, but just another "old" car. If rust is of no concern for you, and the engine is running allright, then I can't see no reasson not to buy it. If you're in Europe, there are lots of spare-parts available at the junk-yards, and new steel to fix rust is pretty cheap.
Good luck!
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To MB they list the 1974 240D as a "classic". Gimmick or not, I don't know. I just would like to get a mercedes that I can afford. I am not too concerned about the condition. Should be drivable just needs some general work on it.
