Thanks to my day job at Kelley Blue Book, I drive and review lots of cars. This 1983 Mercedes-Benz 300D isn’t one of them. It’s actually owned by my buddy Ed Kim. Ed is the 300D’s 2nd owner and if everything goes right it should top 300,000 miles in the near future.
The 300D represents the W123 generation of Mercedes’ midsize sedan. Built from 1977 till 1985 the W123 was the pinnacle of German automotive engineering for its time, merging stately styling and a plush interior with stable road manners and forward-thinking technological advancements.
The “D” in 300D is your cue that the engine is a diesel. Specifically, a 3.0L inline 5-cylinder paired with a 4-speed automatic transmission. How does 125 horsepower and 181 lb-ft of torque sound? Well, to my modern standards it sounds awfully slow. The acceleration question is one that we explore in this video along with a range of other quirks and delights. Is the 300D family friendly? Is it safe? How much does it cost? What mysteries hide within the car’s untouched 1983 first aid kit? So many questions and so many answers are revealed in our review.
And just so the premise is ultra-clear, this is not a definitive review but rather a fun look at the 1983 Mercedes-Benz 300D, while I live my normal life. Simple. Fun! #MicahDrives
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27 сен 2024
