Dear Members,
I have done research over the past few years looking into all diesel models. I am just looking for a reliable old diesel sedan that won't fall apart in the next few years if maintained well.
Currently, I have my eye on a '83 300D Turbo Diesel with nearly 300,000 miles on it. I had it inspected, and it just needs a new home. I am somewhat hesitant due to its mileage, however, I am finding most of these older diesels have high mileage but appear to run forever.
Should I try to talk my Dad into purchasing this car or just forget it and go for my brother's '98 Mustang? I am trying to convince my Dad the reliability and dependability of these old diesels, or was I totally misinformed? Any help on what to look out for in purchasing an old used MB Diesel would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks.
Jason
I have done research over the past few years looking into all diesel models. I am just looking for a reliable old diesel sedan that won't fall apart in the next few years if maintained well.
Currently, I have my eye on a '83 300D Turbo Diesel with nearly 300,000 miles on it. I had it inspected, and it just needs a new home. I am somewhat hesitant due to its mileage, however, I am finding most of these older diesels have high mileage but appear to run forever.
Should I try to talk my Dad into purchasing this car or just forget it and go for my brother's '98 Mustang? I am trying to convince my Dad the reliability and dependability of these old diesels, or was I totally misinformed? Any help on what to look out for in purchasing an old used MB Diesel would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks.
Jason