This 1983 Mercedes-Benz 300CD Turbo is finished in Classic White over blue leather and is powered by a turbodiesel 3.0-liter inline-five paired with a four-speed automatic transmission. Equipment includes sealed-beam headlamps, fog lamps, 14″ Bundt wheels, a sunroof, a retractable antenna, automatic climate control, cruise control, and a Pioneer CD stereo. The car was delivered new to Stephenson Motor Company of Dallas, Texas, and was acquired by the seller in January 2018.
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This 1983 Mercedes-Benz 300CD Turbo is finished in Classic White over blue leather and is powered by a turbodiesel 3.0-liter inline-five paired with a four-speed automatic transmission. Equipment includes sealed-beam headlamps, fog lamps, 14″ Bundt wheels, a sunroof, a retractable antenna, automatic climate control, cruise control, and a Pioneer CD stereo. The car was delivered new to Stephenson Motor Company of Dallas, Texas, and was acquired by the seller in January 2018.
The car is finished in Classic White (737) and features a sunroof, sealed-beam headlamps, fog lamps, aluminum trim, US-specification impact bumpers, and a retractable antenna. The headlights were modified with LED bulbs, and the windshield, aluminum trim strips, and various window seals were replaced under current ownership.
Silver 14″ Bundt alloy wheels are mounted with Michelin Energy MXV4 tires sized 205/70 all around. Stopping power is provided by power-assisted four-wheel disc brakes, which were reportedly serviced during current ownership. Additional work is said to have involved installation of Bilstein shocks and replacement of the steering box, suspension bushings, and springs.
The cabin features seats trimmed in blue leather upholstery with a matching dashboard, center console, door panels, and carpets. Amenities include automatic climate control, cruise control, and a Pioneer CD stereo. The seats were reportedly reupholstered, the carpet was replaced, and Dynamat sound insulation was installed during current ownership. The air conditioning compressor is said to have been replaced in 2021.
The leather-wrapped steering wheel frames a VDO instrument cluster that houses a 125-mph speedometer, a tachometer with an integrated analog clock, and gauges for fuel level, coolant temperature, and oil pressure. The six-digit mechanical odometer shows 162k miles.
The 3.0-liter OM617A turbodiesel inline-five was rated at 123 horsepower and 184 lb-ft of torque when new. Service performed during current ownership included an alternator rebuild and replacement of the glow plugs, belts, vacuum and fuel lines, injectors, hand pump, timing chain and tensioner, and drain plugs. Additional work is said to have involved a cooling system refurbishment and ceramic coating of the oil pan. An oil change was performed in preparation for the sale.
Power is sent to the rear wheels through a four-speed automatic transmission. The transmission and differential are said to have been serviced in preparation for the sale.
Manufacturer’s literature, a first aid kit, miscellaneous spare parts, and a removed Becker Grand Prix stereo are included in the sale.
The window sticker lists factory colors, equipment, and a total price of $36,219.