1985 Mercedes-Benz 300Dw123

1985 Mercedes-Benz 300-Series.
1985 Mercedes turbodiesel sedan w123 chassis, om617 engine, 242,000mi
Super clean RUST FREE Arizona car! just look at those pristine strong
as the day they left the factory jack points! show me any you've seen that clean
on the east coast salt belt.
Runs and drives great, sometimes on a dry day 2nd gear shift will chirp the rear tires!
very peppy for a 36yo diesel, brand new Safelite windshield with brand NEW windshield
perimeter seal.
Cruise control working, dashboard clock working,sunroof works, period correct trunk
mounted 'Fabrication Associates' 13 gallon auxiliary fuel tank, with rocker
switch tank selection and it's own fuel gauge.
15 inch BBS style alloy wheels, 4 recent Bilstein Heavy Duty Sport shock absorbers,
Recent brake calipers, Akebono pads and slotted/cross drilled rotors with stainless
braided DOT approved flex lines. All synthetic lubricants used in engine, transmission,
and differential. Rear subframe bushings replaced with new factory Genuine Mercedes
Classic Shop items, the Meyle units that were installed didn't fit correctly, and simply Suck.
MevOtech Supreme chassis parts sway bar links installed.
The unspoken word in the w123 world- AIR CONDITIONING
The Mercedes W123 & W126 diesels are arguably the longest lasting and most durable vehicles ever made. Unfortunately, the majority were fitted with a weak, highly subpar air conditioning compressor - the Delco / Harrison R4, (The Hockey Puck).
W123 owners 'can' install a vastly superior alternative, and move on from the constant and expensive headaches that accompany use of the OE unit. The OE Delco / Harrison R4 was designed by GM’s Delco Division in the 1970s, and was intended to be a low-cost, compact compressor that would save space in engine compartments that were projected to become increasingly smaller each year. Unlike GM’s standard-setting Delco A6 compressor – a stalwart of durability – service life was not a design priority with the R4. The “Scotch Yoke” internal configuration saves space, but brings compromises in durability and performance - especially with regard to noise, vibration, and harshness. Despite its flaws, it was produced in massive quantities and fitted to variety of vehicles. Later attempts to adapt it to R-134a were not particularly successful, though some improvements were made. These days, the R4 is an unfortunate relic of a less than admirable period in automotive design. When running R-134a refrigerant, an R4 can last as little as 1 year under severe service conditions. Under normal operating conditions, the practical life expectancy of an R4 is often only 2 years. As many owners and mechanics are aware, remanufactured R4s sold through discount auto parts stores are especially notorious. We’ve seen many in hot climates report that prior to upgrading to a Sanden, they were forced to replace their R4 compressor every summer.
Service Life & Reliability: Sanden SD Series compressors are the most widely used and well known compressors in the world; they have a long track record of reliability, durability, and excellence. They are the #1 choice for custom and OEM vehicle builders in the trucking, heavy equipment, and aircraft industries. A Sanden SD compressor will outlast an R4 by many years.
Replacement & Replacement Cost: Sanden SD compressors are less expensive to replace than the R4, and easier to install and service. This equates to a parts and labor savings, not to mention reduced hassle. The universal ear mount design of the SD body has become an industry standard. Due to its widespread use, compressors compatible with this configuration are likely to be available long into the future.
Refrigerant Choice: The latest Sanden SD compressors are now chiefly R-134a compressors, whereas the R4 is chiefly an R-12 compressor. The R4 tolerates R-134a poorly, whereas the current Sanden SD models work well with R-12 & R-134a. Given the rising cost of R-12 and the hurdles to availability, the majority of users want a compressor that can use a refrigerant that is widely available.
Fuel Economy & Acceleration: Sanden SD compressors use less fuel and engine horsepower to operate than the R4. This means savings at the pump and better acceleration.
Smoother & Quieter: Sanden SD compressors are noticeably smoother and quieter than the R4.
All that being said, the previous owner, living in the sunny state of Arizona installed a genuine Sanden SD-5
compressor, and replaced the single path condenser with a 'paralell flow' condenser, and runs modern "Eco
Friendly" pure R-134 refrigerant, please refer to the images for the 23 degree vent temperature reading from
my non-contact infrared thermometer.
Fabrication of new compressor mounting bracketry, building refrigerant hoses to accomodate the new components adds up to substantial expense, and after running for many years the compressor Clutch bearing
failed, and i took this opportunity to replace it with a Brand New Sanden SD-5 compressor.
You'd be hard pressed to find a w123 sedan that runs and drives as strong as this car, and
I dare you to find one putting 23 degree cold out of it's A/C system!
Interior is in average condition, no horrible rips or tears, but not Mint, with the
exception of the palomino arm rest, a horizontal surface that received a lot of sun,
however the custom walnut burl shift knob usually elicits a smile or two.
Exterior 'looks' to be a repaint with single stage paint, and the Arizona
sun wasn't kind to it.Just added brand new NOS Bosch crystal clear headlight doors no spider cracks and new chrome highlighted grill ordered direct from Berlin!But check out the images and decide for yourself how presentable the car looks,
I'm more of a function/nutz & bolts guy as opposed to how pretty it looks.
If you've been around w123's or have been looking at some for sale I'm sure you've
seen rusted, neglected, barely running junkyard candidates, do not assume this vehicle
is included in such a group, you're talking the difference between Day and Night!
Sold As Is Where Is, no warrantees expressed or implied
Pick up or shipping is the responsibility of the BuyerPlease ask all questions prior to bidding, and/or specific image of CAR
diesel OM617


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