This 1987 Mercedes Benz 300TD is finished in Tan over Palomino interior that is powered by its original OM603 turbo-diesel engine. The previous owner modified the car with H&R lowering springs, AMG Aero three-piece wheels, later model bumpers and side trim, and Euro headlights. The seller has refreshed the mechanicals with a transmission rebuild, new exhaust, vacuum pump and lines, and fuel filter. The paint looks glossy with wear showing on the front bumper, while the well-preserved interior features a Nardi steering wheel and a recently recharged A/C system. The W124 chassis estate model is described as running strong and driving well, with the seller adding 2k miles since purchase and 1k miles since the transmission work. Limited service records from the previous owner come with the car, along with receipts for the transmission rebuild and other work done by the seller. The car carries a clean Georgia title in the seller’s name, and is being sold with an additional set of stock E-class wheels and the original springs.

There is road rash apparent on the front bumper, some scuffs on the right side of the rear bumper, and some scratches visible on some of the lower side panels. The body is straight with no major dents, though the lower panel behind the passenger rear door has been replaced with a black piece as shown above. The seller notes that when hitting larger bumps the tires will occasionally rub the front fenders, but has chosen not to roll them.

The previous owner installed a post-facelift body kit with the later W124 model bumpers and side trim, added Euro Bosch headlights, and deleted the headlight wiper units. The car’s glass is in good shape, though the seller notes that the driver’s door window tint has a crease in it and could be redone.

The previous owner replaced the control arm bushings and added H&R lowering springs, though the original springs also come with the car. The stock self-leveling suspension in the rear is still working correctly. The wheel bearings and brakes were replaced 6k miles ago, with the rear brakes being updated to later W124 model units. The brakes are missing their rear body bracket to hold the parking brake, which is not connected.

The 17″ AMG Aero three-piece wheels are in serviceable condition with some curb rash showing and wear new Hankook tires in the rear. The front Kumho tires that came with the wheels show some camber wear. A set of 90’s E-class bottlecap wheels fitted with newer tires is also included.

The Palomino interior is in good condition considering the mileage and may have been recovered in the past. There is a small crack in the passenger seat. The Zebrano wood trim has held up well with age, with only a few cracks in the lacquer apparent near the gear shifter. The dash top is smooth and free of cracks, and the carpets appear clean and taut.

A Nardi wooden-rimmed steering wheel has been added along with an Alpine head unit. An SL steering wheel is also included. The VDO gauges, switchgear, and power accessories are functioning properly, though cruise control is not working, and the front passenger window is a little slow. The A/C system was recharged last month and is said to work well.

The 7-seat estate model features a rear facing bench seat that folds flush with the cargo area cover. The seat is said to open and close correctly and the accompanying seatbelts work as they should.

The original OM603 3.0 liter inline-six turbo-diesel looks clean in the engine compartment and is paired to a 4G-Tronic four-speed automatic transmission. The motor was advertised at producing 143hp and 267lb.ft. of torque when new, and featured considerable improvements in engineering over the earlier OM617 five-cylinder engine.

The transmission was rebuilt by Blue Ridge Mercedes in Lawrenceville, GA in October and is said to shift smoothly through all gears. The fuel filter, vacuum pump, and vacuum lines were replaced at that time, and the engine was inspected thoroughly and given an oil change. A new exhaust was also added which is straight piped from the turbo back. The engine runs strong with no fluid leaks according to the seller. The kickdown function is not working, possibly due to a faulty wire since the switch and solenoid are said to be working.

Some of the service records from the previous owner were passed down to the seller, and are included with over $5k of receipts from the transmission rebuild, replacement parts, A/C recharge, and exhaust.

Videos of a walkaround and of the car revving have been provided by the seller.