1985 Mercedes 300D with 152k Original Documented Miles - BLACK ON BLACK

I have been collecting these specific cars for almost a decade. This one and my orange on orange 2 door are the last and best 2 of my entire collection.  
Please bid with enthusiasm and realize that you may never see a car like this ever again. I am sorry to see them go.
All my auction sales to date have received a feedback rating of 100% and I take pride in knowing that I am making automotive dreams come true. You can call me with offers or questions at 323-467-7870 I do reserve the right to remove the auction at any time for any reason but please respect the auction process and don't wait until the last day to show up with the cash because Ebay does not allow an auction to be removed on its last day… I learned this the hard way.
This car will go up in value every year so you will be able to sell it for more than you bought it for provided you care for it. I just cannot afford to keep up my storage garage anymore and I refuse to store my cars outside. I purchased this car from an Asian car collector who had an industrial warehouse in Longbeach near the ports. He had a vast array of diesels in the collection and a lot of them were outside rotting in the sun. This one however was the obvious choice for me due to the fact that I had been searching for a black on black 85 since 2006. I tried to retrieve the history logs but the owner was in hospital and the person showing the cars gave me all he had. I have kept records for the years I have owned the car. The paint was fading on the hood and there were some scratches here and there so I had it painted with factory paint in the same color.
 I have had many of these cars and had 12 at one time but I have to say they all vary from one to another. One car will be slow and sluggish with all the maintenance done to improve the engine. some get better gas milage and some kill the battery if left for a long period of time. This car is special. it has all the boxes checked including that incredible trademark smell that only these cars have.  
The reserve price will be set lower than expected by some who know what this car is. its real value. know how many were made in black on black and have survived especially in this condition with the classic and legendary om617. 952 motor.  This. the last hoorah from Mercedes sported an updated turbo for the last year of production which in this case is functioning just as if it just left the factory and is to California specifications. The California Title was issued in 1985 and is clear. Also to add interest this car is the most desirable year in the most desirable color combination of any 300 diesel series ever produced. This car not only looks new but drives. feels and smells brand new too. I turn to this car as a daily driver and would drive it to any long distance destination without a second thought. This is a perfect car for road trips.
Ok that all being said. I'll try to include all the info I can:
Maintenance done at regular intervals with NO expense sparedComplete all point inspection just completed by my Mercedes Certified mechanic - this car checks out perfectReceipts and logs of upkeep done - no accidents or body repairsGaraged and babied - never smoked or eaten in this carPAINT - Repainted paint looks pristine and done to factory spec -  paint is flawless and the car looks brand newClear California title with clean car fax and no title or registration issuesRegistration current - these cars never need to be smogged btw - they are smog exemptBumpers show no chrome wear or scuffingBrakes in excellent conditionParking brake also excellentRubber parts all around look superb and subtle with no signs of age whatsoeverSeals are factory plump and doors shut like a vacuum - clunk. that Mercedes engineering air pocket thump when the door shutsWindow rubber seals are excellent with windows shutting as they should not letting air or water enter the cabinGrill as new with inserts and chrome showing zero ageNo leaks from any part of the carClean under carriage with no leaks or any rust of any kindBushings are excellentSuspension and shocks are A1Steering is perfect with power assist in factory condition - no play at all - as newAlignment is straight as an arrowENGINE compartment clean and not detailed - this is the way this car sits - yes it is that goodMotor starts right up with factory specificationGlow plug glow light illuminates for less than 3 secondsCar starts immediately even if car has been sitting for monthsNo smoking exhaust or issues of any kind whatsoeverMotor purrs and smells so good - love that30 miles approximately to the gallon - subject to verification but I swear I get more. it depends on how you driveSpare tire chrome wheel as newChrome wheels in excellent. not perfect but excellent conditionTools for tire removal intactFirst Aid kit intact and never openedAll emblems in tip top conditionTires are older. they have lots of tread left but could use changing. nice to have brand new rubber.  The rear 2 tires is slightly larger than the front giving the car that special look.  All windows work fast and efficientlySunroof operationalRear window defrost operationalDoor locks work greatGas cap lock and trunk lock work as they should controlled by drivers door keyWipers working great and are as newAll turning signals and lights including fog working perfectlyInterior lights including trunk. engine. visor. glove compartment and rear all work as newAll switches ALL work everywhereCruise control worked last time I used itAll dash lights work including variable switch to dim interior accessory lightsDashboard looks great and has a professional crack repair on 3 hairline cracksRear deck nice with no signs of aging at allRear seats also in brilliant condition complete in every way including armrestRear seat belts look never usedCarpet throughout looks as close to factory new as you could ever get with no signs of wear including on the drivers side floorHeadliner in immaculate condition Speakers all stock and all working with no noises. blown tweeters or woofersStereo also stock and working perfectlyFader switch on shift panel works great with no staticAntenna goes up and down plus the switch works to decide how high you want it to go up as a default settingHazard switch illuminating as it should with the hazards working fineParking brake pedal works as it shouldDoor panels look amazing and are complete with material covered rubber trim - most of these cars are without this as it's the first thing to goWOOD has continuos lines with no cracking or chipping anywhereGlove compartment opens. shuts and locks with the key as newAC works and blows in every modeClimate control is working perfectly in all switchable positionsHeat works and blows hotCool works and blows ice coldDefrost works greatInterior AC component lighting works and is dimmableSEATS are as beautiful as they were they day the car was bought new - amazing how these seats just show zero age and feel perfectSeat adjustment and handles to adjust seats are intact and work as they shouldSeat back netting tight and prettyFront seat belts work great too and also look newFloor pedals are showing very little wearDash controls all light and workOil Pressure. clock. trip meter. odometer and gas gauge all working perfectlyWarning lights for brakes. seatbelt. glow plugs. headlights. hi-beam and battery all workingTRANSMISSION shifting smooth and strongWiper arm and knob working as it should including window washerBrake release and hood release work greatHood liner is intact and looks greatTrunk liner also in excellent condition as is the carpet and side panelsWheels are original Bundt that are showing great care has been taken not to skuff on curbsDoor panels and handles are also perfectSeat recliner knobs and buttons working and looking fineHorn worksWindows are tinted giving the car that low key "incognito look"

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