Classic Mercedes Car

The first Mercedes-Benz 300D automobile (not to be confused with the 300d) was introduced in 1975 (U.S.) and started its life by placing the newly developed 3.0 litre five-cylinder naturally aspirated diesel engine 617.910 in a W115 chassis four-cylinder Mercedes-Benz 240D diesel. For the American market those cars only came with power windows and automatic transmission.

The W123 chassis of the Mercedes-Benz 300D was introduced as a 1976 model (1977 U.S.). Its 3.0 litre five-cylinder diesel engine with indirect injection (using a Bosch MW for the American market, or W for the rest of the world) piston-type mechanical fuel injection pump, produced 80 to 88 hp (59 to 65 kW), depending on the year or country. This model features an extra 600 cm³ displacement compared to the four-cylinder Mercedes-Benz 240D diesel. The W123 chassis evolution continued with the addition of the 300D Turbo Diesel in 1982 (1981 for station wagon), sporting a 3.0 litre five-cylinder Garrett turbocharged engine which was originally developed in 1978 and first offered in the US market for 300SD models in 1979. This engine developed 118 to 123 hp (88 to 91 kW) and considerably improved the car's performance while still maintaining the superb reliability and efficiency of earlier models. In addition to the sedan (300D) a station wagon (300TD) and coupe (300CD) were also produced. The 300TD also had optional rearward facing third row seat which could fold flat into the floor, which was also seen on Volvo, Saab 95 and Ford Taurus station wagons.

Production of the W123 chassis ended in 1985 but in many countries as many as 75% of the cars originally registered remain on the road today 20 years later, a testament to the quality and durability of the original design. The 300D badge continued on in the W124 chassis family until 1993, but as a completely different design.

The W124 chassis 300D (pre E Class facelift) has the OM603 engine, which is a 3.0 litre six-cylinder turbocharged engine that appeared for one year only, 1987. The Turbo Diesel W124 appeared anew in 1990 until 1993, as the 300D 2.5 Turbo, with the OM602 engine. The latter engine was a 2.5 litre five cylinder turbocharged engine.

TV Appearances

• The 300D W123 was featured exclusively in the TVB show Looking Back in Anger ; the antagonist drove a red one and his brother-in-law a gold one.
• The British TV show, 'Wheeler Dealers' features W123 restoration. (2007)

Tony Labella's Classic Mercedes Web specializing in the Mercedes 280SL ...

Tony Labella's Classic Car web site for Classic Mercedes Benz 230SL, 250SL and 280SL Classic Mercedes Autos.

...

Classic Car Hire - Mercedes Benz 280 SL 1970

Mercedes Benz 280 SL 1970. Car Hire Prices | Enquire or Book | View Classic Car Fleet. 2 door, 2 seater; Metallic burgundy; Grey tex interior; Reasonable boot space

...

Mercedes-Benz South Africa - Passenger cars

Dynamic Driving ; Mercedes-Benz Ladies Classic ; Motorsport Formula 1 ; The Mercedes-Benz Passenger Cars at a glance . Model overview

...

Classic Mercedes-Benz cars shine at Goodwood | Mercedes-Benz News

The 1930 Mercedes-Benz 710 SSK ‘Trossi Roadster’ shone as a clear winner of the Cartier ‘Style et Luxe’ design competition at the Goodwood Festival of Speed this month.

...

Used Mercedes, Mercedes Classic Cars, Miami Used Mercedez, Mercedes SL ...

SBC has an array of Mercedes models in stock ranging from CLKs to SELs. Please feel free to contact us regarding any Mercedes, used or new, and it sale and purchase opportunities ...

...

Classic and Antique Car Collector Site - Classic Mercedes

Classic Cars, Muscle Cars, Antique cars, Collector Cars, Classic Car Finance

...

Classic Mercedes Cars For Sale, Mercedess Car Wanted. Used/Private ...

Classic Mercedes Cars For Sale, Mercedess Car Wanted. Used/Private/Trade, Buyer/Seller, Old Cars on Car and Classic Co UK

...

Classic Mercedes Benz Cars For Sale

A range of classic Mercedes Benz cars are for sale. View of collection of classic Mercedes today!

...

Classic Mercedes Cars For Sale | Old Mercedes Car

Browse classic Mercedes Cars For Sale by classic Mercedes car dealers with old Mercedes parts and many more.

...

Classic Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale | Old Mercedes-Benz Car

Browse classic Mercedes-Benz Cars For Sale by classic Mercedes-Benz car dealers with old Mercedes-Benz parts and many more.

...