1978 Mercedes-Benz 300 300D W123

Mercedes-Benz 300D W123 – Legendary Diesel Classic

Location: Nelson

If you know these cars, you know why they’re sought after. This is the iconic Mercedes-Benz W123 300D, widely regarded as one of the most reliable diesel cars ever built. These engines are known for extreme longevity, and this one runs and drives great.

A proper old-school Mercedes with solid build quality, timeless styling, and that unmistakable classic feel modern cars don’t have.

Details

Mercedes-Benz 300D diesel

Automatic transmission

Rego on hold

Starts easily

Drives well

Near new injector pump

Honest condition

Rust present (see pictures)

Interior complete, some trim pieces need refitting

Condition & Potential

This is not a show car, but it is a genuine, usable classic. It’s a bit scruffy in places, but nothing hidden or disguised. With a tidy-up, it would come up very nicely.

Ideal as:

A classic daily driver

A light restoration or tidy-up project

A weekend cruiser

A future collectible

Why the W123?

The W123 is famous for being over-engineered and built to last. Clean examples are getting harder to find, and values continue to rise. This is a great chance to get into a proper classic Mercedes without paying show-car money.

Sale Info

$1 reserve – will sell Not mint, priced accordingly Serious buyers only

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