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about to buy this car. Need opinions from you guys - Purplecomputer - 06-25-2017
So I want to get back into the MB diesel scene.
Always wanted a 115 so I found a local guy selling a 71 220D
What I know so far
Bad
*needs clutch cylinder work (both need to be replaced)
*Probably needs all new brakes (calipers, pads and rotors)
*slow af
*Not orignal paint (certain areas are chipping - maaco job most likley)
*needs new key ignition - owner son broke wrong key in there
*accelerator pedal linkage is seized
*I noticed the Oil Cooler lines are not hooked up
Good
*Interior is in good shape
*No Rust
*Starts right up and idles somewhat smoothly (probably needs injector service and valve adjustment)
*euro spec (minus headlight)
*Original 53K Kilometers (so..like 33K miles on it)
I got the guy down to 1.3K but told I need to sleep on it before I commit since old cars are old cars after all.
here are some pictures for you to help me decide
https://goo.gl/photos/MT2i5UUuMHnGGHZJ6
RE: about to buy this car. Need opinions from you guys - led-panzer - 06-25-2017
If it's truly rust free I'd say it's a great deal for $1300. Go for it
RE: about to buy this car. Need opinions from you guys - Purplecomputer - 06-25-2017
(06-25-2017, 12:50 PM)led-panzer If it's truly rust free I'd say it's a great deal for $1300. Go for it
so far form what ive seen, its promising. Didnt get a good look in the middle of the vehicle underneath.
Its been sitting in a garage for 20 years, so cant be all that terrible.
Anyway, contacted the owner. Waiting to hear back. Should have it home by friday if everything goes well.
Now to decide if im dropping in a beefier engine or not?
RE: about to buy this car. Need opinions from you guys - Purplecomputer - 06-25-2017
Anyway, Got back to me. Said other folks are looking at the car and would let me know.
so ill keep you guys posted
RE: about to buy this car. Need opinions from you guys - Simpler=Better - 06-26-2017
1,300 for an actually rust free chassis is a steal, even if the rest is shit.
Just don't think it's going to be your DD and you will have fun with it.
RE: about to buy this car. Need opinions from you guys - Purplecomputer - 06-26-2017
Thats why ive got my old 328i as a daily.
Dont think I could ever drive these things daily anymore after dealing with the 240D. Granted I am now making three times as much as i was when I was in school, so Ill actually be able to afford repairs and a project like this now.
RE: about to buy this car. Need opinions from you guys - Simpler=Better - 06-27-2017
The trick is to have two, and then have a buddy with spare cars, and then have an old motorcycle as a last ditch. Or live on a bus route
Get it, turbo it, and make it look like Marylng manson's lincoln.
RE: about to buy this car. Need opinions from you guys - Purplecomputer - 06-28-2017
(06-27-2017, 12:09 PM)Simpler=Better The trick is to have two, and then have a buddy with spare cars, and then have an old motorcycle as a last ditch. Or live on a bus route
Get it, turbo it, and make it look like Marylng manson's lincoln.
I would have love to turbo it, buuuuttt he sold it to another buyer offering more.
cant blame the guy for wanting more money.
Onto looking for the next one!