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Mercedes-Benz 200-Series 240D (1974)
for sale

Price: US $4,500.00

Description:

Up for sale a very nice 1974 Mercedes 240D, 4 speed manual - low mileage car.
Highly desirable white over tobacco brown color combination - would make a great economical daily driver or full restoration project for a collector.
I bought this car locally here in the northwest thru ebay, sight unseen- intending it to be a quick flip and make a buck and although it was very clean and presentable, it needed a some attention which was surprise given what I had paid for it and how it was represented. I was not looking for a project when I purchased it, which created some friction with the family over all the time and money spent making it better so now that the bulk of the work is done and I can sell it feeling better about its condition, it is time to part with it.
Most everything I am aware that needed attention has been addressed - especially the majors and there isn't much left to do but I need to sell it and clear out the garage and not have the constant reminder of my best laid plans gone awry...so my loss is your gain.
This car runs and drives, starts and stops great. It is fun to drive and it gets compliments when ever I take it out. It's obviously not a speed demon but with the 4 speed it does just fine and cruises great on the freeway. I have been driving it regularly with all the nice summer weather we have had but it has been parked the last few days with the rain we are now getting and will likely remain there until sold.
The exterior looks very nice, albeit it does have a few blemishes and dings from use but very presentable for its 40+ years of age. Looks to be original paint with exception of the right front fender. It isn't really obvious to most but looks to have been resprayed at some point in its life.Wipers, washers, lights, locks, AC, blower motor/fan, radio and horn work. Tires appear good with lots of tread. Car was previously a Washington car before coming to Oregon (so no salt) and its overall condition and past service stickers indicate it was cared for and maintained. Mileage on the odometer is 60, 504 and is believed to be correct as represented by the previous seller.
Tags and plates are new - good to July 2017 and I have a clean title in my name ready for transfer.
The interior is very nice - no rips or tears, dash is perfect as is headliner. Other than a couple minor surface bubbles on the very lower area of the rear fenders, the car otherwise appears solid and rust free. Car comes with owners manual, service manual, spare, jack, lug wrench, box of assorted spare parts - new and old, spare fuses and bulbs, 1 key that fits everything, clean and clear Oregon title and original Washington plates that came with the car.
Recent work includes;
new oil and filter, valve adjustment, new valve cover gasket/seals, injectors and fuel system flushed, new fuel filters, new fuel return hoses, new hood ornament, new horn, new bulbs throughout, new fluids, new differential and power steering fluid, new power steering filter and belt, newer battery, new rear sub-frame mounts, new rear differential mount, new front and rear shocks, new front stabilizer bushings, new trunk seal, parking brake release knob.
Things that still need attention;
Dash bulbs replaced - new bulbs come with the car. Pretty sure just burnt out, didn't get to them.
Rear stabilizer bar links need installed - new ones come with the car. Noticed when doing shocks, new ones arrived late.
Right rear turn signal does not work and needs sorted. All the rest of the signals and bulbs work.
Clock does not work and needs sorted. Was going to do along with the bulbs - didn't get to it.
I have tried to be as accurate and transparent as I can be with the description of this car. I simply cannot spend any more time on this car due to family demands and need to get it sold, That said, I will not give it away or entertain trades or low-ball offers but am open to all reasonable offers as the goal is to sell it.
Asking $4, 500 or best offer
Buyer is responsible for shipping costs and any taxes, title or transfer fees.
Vehicle is for sale locally and reserve the right to end listing early if sold.
Please contact me with questions.
Thank you!
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