1979 MERCEDES 300D DIESEL 54,000 ORIGINAL MILES NO RESERVE NR GORGEOUS TEXAS CAR
Make: | Mercedes-Benz |
Model: | 300-Series |
Type: | Sedan |
Year: | 1979 |
Mileage: | 54000 |
VIN: | 12313012143237 |
Color: | Brown |
Engine: | 5 Cyl Diesel |
Cylinders: | 5 |
Fuel: | Diesel |
Transmission: | Automatic |
Drive type: | RWD |
Interior color: | Tan |
Vehicle Title: | Clear |
Item location: | Poughkeepsie, New York, United States |
Extras |
Air Conditioning, Cruise Control, Power Locks, Power Windows MB Tex |
Listed by |
Private seller |
Description of 1979 Mercedes-Benz 300-Series |
Up for auction with NO RESERVE is my 1979 Mercedes 300D with 54,000 original miles,Texas and California car its entire life and it shows. I have over 200 pictures of most angles of the car, including underside, and can share them via dropbox. Send me a message if you're interested and your email and I will send them to you. It pains me to sell this vehicle, as I looked for one in this color with low mileage for years, but we are moving and I am losing my garage space. I purchased this vehicle from California and had it shipped to New York this past spring and I have the paperwork and documentation to go with it. It is very evident this car has been babied and well cared for its entire life and the documentation shows such. The original plastic is still on the tool kit in the trunk. Everything works, including the AC and even the clock. The car has been serviced and been gone through thoroughly by a Mercedes mechanic, with all fluids changed, flushed, hoses and necessary parts replaced as they should be due to age (water pump, belts, hoses, thermostat, etc.). There isn't any rust and clearly never was. The carpet is incredible for its age and carpet color is vibrant and clean. You will not find another 300d that has this mileage and condition. It's a 40 year old car so it's not perfect but I’ve seen a few of these over the years and none were ever this clean. Even the antenna motor is original - I took it apart to see why the mast wasn't going down all the way and it was like new on the inside. A new mast was installed and it functions like new. Transmission is automatic and shifts perfect with a new. Brakes are good with plenty of mean, smooth, with no leaks and stops as it should. There are absolutely no dash cracks. The car runs and drives straight, right, strong and great! There is not any pinging and knocking. I left it out of my garage the other night to attempt a cold start, without plugging it in. The temperature was 19 degrees and the car started right up at 5:30 in the morning. Tires are new with only 3,000 miles on Michelin Tires. Battery receipt is show in photos and is newer.
The car shows very well and must be seen to be appreciated. The paint has scratches and dings but shines nicely and is great example of a survivor – a recent full detail was completed on the car. I will assist with getting this on a truck and may be able to deliver for a fee depending on location. Contact me before bidding. Shipping is the responsibility of the buyer. A $500 deposit is due within 24 hours of the sale via PayPal and remainder of the payment is due cash in person or wired to my account directly. If you want me to accept a bank check it takes a full 30 days before the car can be released. I was burned via eBay on a bank check once and it won’t happen again. If you have questions, please ask before bidding. If you would like to see the car I am happy to show it and would prefer you did see it before buying or bidding. Full payment must be made within 7 days. I may be able to store the vehicle for a little while, but arrangements must be made first. I reserve the right to end the auction early for any reason. The vehicle is being sold as is where is without any expressed or implied warranty on any component of the vehicle. Spare tire was stolen during shipping from California. On Dec-14-18 at 10:13:57 PST, seller added the following information: Here is a link to over 200 photos and a video of the vehicle running:http://slickpic.us/2066065WVMZ On Dec-15-18 at 19:52:20 PST, seller added the following information: I have been asked a few times about any funny smells in the car and if the car was smoked in and there are not any smells nor has the car been smoked in. The other question is if the paint shines as nice as the photos and I think it looks better in person. The car is absolutely a rare find and I doubt there are many left with this much recorded history, low mileage and as clean. Please ask me questions because I will post the answers here. If I was going to a home that had a place to store the car I would keep it. When I was looking to buy, I went all over looking at Mercedes to find a nice one, including several that broke $20k at auction and they weren’t nearly as honest and nice as this car. It isn’t perfect but it sure is nice. On Dec-15-18 at 20:18:58 PST, seller added the following information: I thought I would share this note from someone that came to see the car today: “ Hi Frank, Thanks for taking the time to show me the time capsule today. I’ve looked at, and have owned many of these cars, and this is the finest I’ve seen here on the east coast. I would like to make you and offer to remove it from eBay but also respect that you want to let it ride out. Would you consider selling it and removing the car? I would be proud to own it and still can’t belive the condition. Let me know please. Thank you again, Kevin On Dec-16-18 at 11:44:41 PST, seller added the following information: I have two things to add. One is a request from a bidder to add photos of the drivers floor mat and pedals. They can be seen here:http://slickpic.us/2067107MN3Z On Dec-17-18 at 04:11:48 PST, seller added the following information: Here is a comment from a gentleman that came to see the vehicle yesterday: "Frank's 300D is about as impressive and complete as you could hope for. It includes a true time capsule of original documentation and maintenance records. This car is a collector's dream, without question. I'm looking forward to following the bidding." -Arthur |