1988 300e Vtg Mercedes Clean 122k Miles 2 Owner Texas Dealer Title on 2040-cars

See the Vehicle Report included at the above tab. This vehicle was historically a low mileage car. 2 owners it appears and has not been registered for the past 7 years, now its time to go and let a new home/owner enjoy its virtues and benefits for the price; yes it needs tinkering but its a good inexpensive model for a winter car or student possibly. It is imperfect but far from a dog or pitiful. Some may want it for its drivetrain as a donor for their car or not, I make no judgements. It will drive to your home from here without a problem I would surmise thus its not one of those 'trailer it home specials', but its got odds and ends that need tweeked or repaired or not, its your budget.

Engine- is strong and runs extremely well, transmission shifts cleanly smoothly, no taps no knocks, valves smooth, drives true and straight, corners well and steering is tight. Hood pad is excellent. Battery New Bosch approx 800cca, Bosch Plug wires new, plugs not fouling and starts well and dependably when cold or warm, idles approx 700rpm, cold start valve seems to work as should. Note engine does not run warm as most older I6 3.0 of this vintage usually do at this age, runs 80 celcius!! even at idle or hwy speeds!! Thats ideal. Oil pressure at idle is approx 2, 3 at speed as it should, oil filter is Mahle German not Fram.

Interior- quite clean and seats firm, frankly amazing for the 25yr age actually, no rips nor tears nor loose seams, pleats full and supple not sunbaked soft nor worn, carpeting clean not worn, missing center armrest, wood console has chipping but not water cracking, sunroom tilt and retracts without noise nor sticking and watertight. Becker Grand Prix Automatic radio is original but displays '- - - -' theft deterrent lockout from battery replacement and not recoded. Power front seats work, front windows work, rear windows do not, right rear door does not open from loose mechanism internally, all windows close watertight.

Climate Control unit seems fine, tested with another vehicle, and the blower fuses are fine, but, the blower speeds do not function nor does the airconditioning, not atypical for a car that has not been driven for so long. Heater and monovalve appear to work as should. Vent circulation at road speed just not at standstill, and recirculation switch works.

Suspension- rear is tight and firm, needs right rear wheel bearing. Front- tie rod ends fine, steering damper fine, needs ball joints left and right, needs struts as it floats a bit at highway speed, fine around town, alignment seems fine, steers center and true with no loose wobble nor play, accurate when directed with no play or sloppiness.

Brakes- stop evenly and straight with no pull nor discernable imbalance front to rear, quiet pads and rotors, no untrue rotors, age and remaining pad life unknown

Wheels- are original with modest curb rash, evenly colored and good finish and basically clean, 4 tires show wear and need replacement, all are different brands not matching.

Exhaust- needs center resonator, has a hole at from at pipe connection ($150 on ebay) or delete for straight pipes from catalytic to rear muffler, perfectly fine for this model and will improve mileage by 1mpg actually with no discernable sound difference, the difference between Eberspracher and and American stock actually.

The old original aluminum bullet fuses should be replaced with new Brass ones is strongly suggested, they naturally corrode over time and are not dependable as the new alloys.

Its a 20footer, looks far better from 20 feet away as it does have parking lot chips and scuffs, normal for a past daily driver; appears to have had a garaged life for the most part but its aging. Seems someone did a clear coat on it who knows how many years ago, good thing but not a great job, thus it helped sealed the paint but its far from a perfect finish, still shines though, but the sun is doing what the sun does, it is lightly fading in places regardless.

In summary, its sold as is, no warranty nor have I embellished the condition. I've noted what I know to be wrong, broken, needing repair or tinkering or replacement. It is what it is but its worthy of a new home and owner. Again you must note that it is the original Texas title with multiple dealer endorsements and auction stamp, it has not been registered to an individual in 7 years.

I considered getting rid of it by trading it in but am offering it here if someone wants a good car with good bones that will drive home and perhaps serve your needs for transportation or perhaps as a donor car or for a home restorer.

Thanks, ask any questions. I may be able to answer or not, ask.