For Sale: 1981 300SD 4 speed and lots of parts!
For Sale: 1981 300SD 4 speed and lots of parts!
I guess I'll start.... (sorry if seems scatter brained, its not in any particular order)
Bought it back in 2005. Had 175,xxx miles if I remember correctly. Just your run of the mill SD. Bone Stock. Had the normal quirks, tach amp broke, window regulator clips broke, needed valve adjustment and so on. Did all this and got it up to snuff. It has been my daily driver since I got it. Long trips, short trips. Never misses a beat. 400 mile round trip home last weekend, 26 mpg. The odometer reads 298,xxx miles, but is not the original cluster (changed when trans swapped). Original cluster included and has 18x,xxx miles (removed summer 2010).
Last summer I took out the old automatic trans and swapped in a manual from an 82 240D. New clutch, pressure plate, throwout bearing, master cylinder, flywheel resurfaced, fabbed a driveshaft, modified speedo from 300D..... really did not leave anything out. This really makes the car more driveable and fun to drive!
Other than that she is mostly stock. ALDA has been removed and timing is at 24* BTDC. She is quite peppy. Wastegate is set to 12psi. EGR junk was removed from the valve cover and vacuum was simplified when the manual was put in. Had a hood stack on it for a month or two and used an extra hood. Took it off and put the straight pipe back on. Triple gauge pod on drivers A pillar, voltmeter, pyrometer and boost.
New parts.... where to start?
I've got all my receipts in a folder, but thats at home and I'm at school.
All new parts during Summer 2010:
starter
clutch disc
pressure plate
throwout bearing
pilot bearing
slave cylinder
master cylinder
trans mount
carrier bearing and mount
motor mounts
tie rods (both sides)
rear calipers
rear pads (ceramic)
rear rotors
front pads (ceramic)
front rotors
front wheel bearings and seals
air filter
manifold gasket
updated primer pump
Other new parts since purchased:
49 series battery (7 year)
five Bosch glow plugs
manual glow plug relay
updated AL129X alternator
front calipers
front shocks
rear shocks (HD)
silverstar ultra headlights
leds in instrument cluster and turn signals
hood pad
removable hood emblem
lower oil cooler line
straight pipe exhaust
keyless entry system installed all four doors
I'm sure there is more that I am forgetting put this is going off memory. I'll update if I think of anything else.
I did put an Alpine headunit in 2 years ago with iPod control and everything. In the trunk is a 400w (I think) amp for the four speakers and an 800w amp for the two 12' Pioneer subs. The headunit and four speakers go with the car. The two amps and subs stay with me or can be included for extra. The front speakers are Pioneer 4x6s and the two rear were custom fit into the rear shelf that I reinforced with 1/4" plywood. They are Pioneer 6x9s.
As far as rust goes, it has been a northern car. The worst spot has got to be in the drivers side fenderwell thing in the trunk. The bottom is about gone and there is a hole above the tire. The drivers door has a rust hole about the size of a dime that I sanded down and POR-15'ed this summer to try to stop. There is another spot on both front fenders by the turn signals that has rust bubbles too. The passenger side behind the front tire is rusty too. Its about where the passenger would put their feet except under the car. Floorboards are solid though. From my memory, thats all I can think of. Again, I'll update if I think of any more.
Now for the bonus stuff.... the spare parts. I have been to the junkyard countless times. Not necessarily needing something every time, so I have accumulated quite a few parts. List is from memory so updates come if stuff is remembered.
two MW injection pumps
one M injection pump and lines
exhaust manifold
set of tail lights
at least a dozen injectors
homemade injector pop tester
16" Centra (?) wheels
set of chrome lug nuts
two instrument clusters and associated gauges
first aid kit
factory tool kit
extra wiper blades
ignition lock
rear brake hoses
countless emblems (gas, diesel and star)
glow plug relay
window switches
various dash switches
two brake fluid resivoirs
automatic brake pedal assembly
brake master cylinder
air cleaner assembly
spectre air cleaner and elbow set up for propane injection (hose, regulator and solenoid too)
a/c hose
two intercoolers from 1st and 2nd gen Talon
power stering pump
two or three cruise actuators
front seat track and motors
power door switches
sunshade visors
speaker grilles
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Pictures of the car from this summer:
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![[Image: IMG_0701-1.jpg]](http://i196.photobucket.com/albums/aa246/drewgerhan/IMG_0701-1.jpg)
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Video with the stack (since removed):
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Replacement vehicle (not for sale):
![[Image: IMG_0679.jpg]](http://i196.photobucket.com/albums/aa246/drewgerhan/IMG_0679.jpg)
As far as pricing goes, I do not want to split everything up and part the car, but might if thats what it takes to get it sold. I'd like to get $3000 for the car and the parts. $3250 if you want the subs and amps too. This of course is not a final price by any means. If you want it and have an offer, send me a PM. Worst I'll say is no.
The car is currently in Athens, OH (Ohio University) and it will be in Avon Lake, OH (44012) on Memorial Day weekend. If you are local to either place and want to look at it, shoot me a PM and we can arrange something. It is in covered parking right now and is not a problem to come see it.
Once again, everything above is from memory and I will add/change things if I remember them and what not. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to ask!
Drew
1981 300SD 230k miles "Gently Modified" Daily Driver
1999 F-250 7.3L Power Stroke 150k miles "The Usual Mods" Tow Rig
1981 300SD 190k miles "Heavily Modified"
GONE
DrewGerhan
05-17-2011, 09:12 PM #1Well guys, I think it is time to put my SD up for sale. I just bought a Powerstroke and cannot justify the two vehicles currently, as much as I love the old girl.
I guess I'll start.... (sorry if seems scatter brained, its not in any particular order)
Bought it back in 2005. Had 175,xxx miles if I remember correctly. Just your run of the mill SD. Bone Stock. Had the normal quirks, tach amp broke, window regulator clips broke, needed valve adjustment and so on. Did all this and got it up to snuff. It has been my daily driver since I got it. Long trips, short trips. Never misses a beat. 400 mile round trip home last weekend, 26 mpg. The odometer reads 298,xxx miles, but is not the original cluster (changed when trans swapped). Original cluster included and has 18x,xxx miles (removed summer 2010).
Last summer I took out the old automatic trans and swapped in a manual from an 82 240D. New clutch, pressure plate, throwout bearing, master cylinder, flywheel resurfaced, fabbed a driveshaft, modified speedo from 300D..... really did not leave anything out. This really makes the car more driveable and fun to drive!
Other than that she is mostly stock. ALDA has been removed and timing is at 24* BTDC. She is quite peppy. Wastegate is set to 12psi. EGR junk was removed from the valve cover and vacuum was simplified when the manual was put in. Had a hood stack on it for a month or two and used an extra hood. Took it off and put the straight pipe back on. Triple gauge pod on drivers A pillar, voltmeter, pyrometer and boost.
New parts.... where to start?
I've got all my receipts in a folder, but thats at home and I'm at school.
All new parts during Summer 2010:
starter
clutch disc
pressure plate
throwout bearing
pilot bearing
slave cylinder
master cylinder
trans mount
carrier bearing and mount
motor mounts
tie rods (both sides)
rear calipers
rear pads (ceramic)
rear rotors
front pads (ceramic)
front rotors
front wheel bearings and seals
air filter
manifold gasket
updated primer pump
Other new parts since purchased:
49 series battery (7 year)
five Bosch glow plugs
manual glow plug relay
updated AL129X alternator
front calipers
front shocks
rear shocks (HD)
silverstar ultra headlights
leds in instrument cluster and turn signals
hood pad
removable hood emblem
lower oil cooler line
straight pipe exhaust
keyless entry system installed all four doors
I'm sure there is more that I am forgetting put this is going off memory. I'll update if I think of anything else.
I did put an Alpine headunit in 2 years ago with iPod control and everything. In the trunk is a 400w (I think) amp for the four speakers and an 800w amp for the two 12' Pioneer subs. The headunit and four speakers go with the car. The two amps and subs stay with me or can be included for extra. The front speakers are Pioneer 4x6s and the two rear were custom fit into the rear shelf that I reinforced with 1/4" plywood. They are Pioneer 6x9s.
As far as rust goes, it has been a northern car. The worst spot has got to be in the drivers side fenderwell thing in the trunk. The bottom is about gone and there is a hole above the tire. The drivers door has a rust hole about the size of a dime that I sanded down and POR-15'ed this summer to try to stop. There is another spot on both front fenders by the turn signals that has rust bubbles too. The passenger side behind the front tire is rusty too. Its about where the passenger would put their feet except under the car. Floorboards are solid though. From my memory, thats all I can think of. Again, I'll update if I think of any more.
Now for the bonus stuff.... the spare parts. I have been to the junkyard countless times. Not necessarily needing something every time, so I have accumulated quite a few parts. List is from memory so updates come if stuff is remembered.
two MW injection pumps
one M injection pump and lines
exhaust manifold
set of tail lights
at least a dozen injectors
homemade injector pop tester
16" Centra (?) wheels
set of chrome lug nuts
two instrument clusters and associated gauges
first aid kit
factory tool kit
extra wiper blades
ignition lock
rear brake hoses
countless emblems (gas, diesel and star)
glow plug relay
window switches
various dash switches
two brake fluid resivoirs
automatic brake pedal assembly
brake master cylinder
air cleaner assembly
spectre air cleaner and elbow set up for propane injection (hose, regulator and solenoid too)
a/c hose
two intercoolers from 1st and 2nd gen Talon
power stering pump
two or three cruise actuators
front seat track and motors
power door switches
sunshade visors
speaker grilles
Pictures of the car from this summer:
Video with the stack (since removed):
Replacement vehicle (not for sale):
As far as pricing goes, I do not want to split everything up and part the car, but might if thats what it takes to get it sold. I'd like to get $3000 for the car and the parts. $3250 if you want the subs and amps too. This of course is not a final price by any means. If you want it and have an offer, send me a PM. Worst I'll say is no.
The car is currently in Athens, OH (Ohio University) and it will be in Avon Lake, OH (44012) on Memorial Day weekend. If you are local to either place and want to look at it, shoot me a PM and we can arrange something. It is in covered parking right now and is not a problem to come see it.
Once again, everything above is from memory and I will add/change things if I remember them and what not. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to ask!
Drew
1981 300SD 230k miles "Gently Modified" Daily Driver
1999 F-250 7.3L Power Stroke 150k miles "The Usual Mods" Tow Rig
1981 300SD 190k miles "Heavily Modified"
GONE
1981 300SD 230k miles "Gently Modified" Daily Driver
1999 F-250 7.3L Power Stroke 150k miles "The Usual Mods" Tow Rig
1981 300SD 190k miles "Heavily Modified"
GONE
DrewGerhan
05-19-2011, 10:53 PM #250 views and no one is interested? Is the price too high?
1981 300SD 230k miles "Gently Modified" Daily Driver
1999 F-250 7.3L Power Stroke 150k miles "The Usual Mods" Tow Rig
1981 300SD 190k miles "Heavily Modified"
GONE
Id even throw some bundts on there and sell the rims separate, then it would be a sleeper and otherwise look just like an OEM benz
Price seems pretty decent to me
1974 240D 617 turbo swap, W201 5-speed, in the works project
1983 240D 616 stock, DD
1989 Chevy Astro, 617 turbo swap, T5 5-speed, 4.56 diff, work van
id show a pic without the stack, you said its removed? Cool on a personal car, but much harder to sell, especially in many people may not like the look, and would be concerned about parking it outside in rain and snow. What you have a pic of is a "statement" car, which is your statement. Unless someone likes exactly the same look you do, it might be worth it to make it more stock looking to attract a wider audience since it would be more of a blank canvas, especially for people who love to modify their cars.
Id even throw some bundts on there and sell the rims separate, then it would be a sleeper and otherwise look just like an OEM benz
Price seems pretty decent to me
1974 240D 617 turbo swap, W201 5-speed, in the works project
1983 240D 616 stock, DD
1989 Chevy Astro, 617 turbo swap, T5 5-speed, 4.56 diff, work van
Took some videos of the car today to help with any clarification and just more info.
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1981 300SD 230k miles "Gently Modified" Daily Driver
1999 F-250 7.3L Power Stroke 150k miles "The Usual Mods" Tow Rig
1981 300SD 190k miles "Heavily Modified"
GONE
DrewGerhan
05-21-2011, 05:18 PM #4I appreciate the feedback. I understand that the stack is not for everyone. I did use an extra hood, so the original one is in good shape. As far as the turbo goes, it was not damaged or anything from the stack. Always covered in rain and what not.
Took some videos of the car today to help with any clarification and just more info.
1981 300SD 230k miles "Gently Modified" Daily Driver
1999 F-250 7.3L Power Stroke 150k miles "The Usual Mods" Tow Rig
1981 300SD 190k miles "Heavily Modified"
GONE
1981 Mercedes 300TD Lowered 4 speed manual Holset HX30
mike-81-240d
05-23-2011, 08:37 PM #5What gauge pod did you use?
1981 Mercedes 300TD Lowered 4 speed manual Holset HX30
1981 300SD 230k miles "Gently Modified" Daily Driver
1999 F-250 7.3L Power Stroke 150k miles "The Usual Mods" Tow Rig
1981 300SD 190k miles "Heavily Modified"
GONE
DrewGerhan
05-23-2011, 08:41 PM #6Generic one from AutoZone.
1981 300SD 230k miles "Gently Modified" Daily Driver
1999 F-250 7.3L Power Stroke 150k miles "The Usual Mods" Tow Rig
1981 300SD 190k miles "Heavily Modified"
GONE
1981 300SD 230k miles "Gently Modified" Daily Driver
1999 F-250 7.3L Power Stroke 150k miles "The Usual Mods" Tow Rig
1981 300SD 190k miles "Heavily Modified"
GONE
DrewGerhan
05-27-2011, 11:01 PM #7Car has got to go! It is back in Avon Lake (suburb of Cleveland) now. I would like to see it go to someone that can appreciate it rather than eBay, but if it gets no attention here then I've got to. I'm open to offers. If the price is no good, shoot me an email with your best price. It might just work out.
1981 300SD 230k miles "Gently Modified" Daily Driver
1999 F-250 7.3L Power Stroke 150k miles "The Usual Mods" Tow Rig
1981 300SD 190k miles "Heavily Modified"
GONE
1981 300SD 230k miles "Gently Modified" Daily Driver
1999 F-250 7.3L Power Stroke 150k miles "The Usual Mods" Tow Rig
1981 300SD 190k miles "Heavily Modified"
GONE
DrewGerhan
06-01-2011, 11:23 AM #9Got an offer yesterday from someone who plans to part it. Sure no one wants it? I hate to see it get chopped up being one of a kind!
1981 300SD 230k miles "Gently Modified" Daily Driver
1999 F-250 7.3L Power Stroke 150k miles "The Usual Mods" Tow Rig
1981 300SD 190k miles "Heavily Modified"
GONE
1981 300SD 230k miles "Gently Modified" Daily Driver
1999 F-250 7.3L Power Stroke 150k miles "The Usual Mods" Tow Rig
1981 300SD 190k miles "Heavily Modified"
GONE
DrewGerhan
06-16-2011, 10:47 PM #10Bump!
1981 300SD 230k miles "Gently Modified" Daily Driver
1999 F-250 7.3L Power Stroke 150k miles "The Usual Mods" Tow Rig
1981 300SD 190k miles "Heavily Modified"
GONE
(06-01-2011, 11:23 AM)DrewGerhan being one of a kind!
I think that's why people aren't jumping for it. The 4 speed swap would be a plus (in my mind) but the interior, paint, ect might not suit everyone's taste. The other thing is that there are, I won't say none, but hardly any people to my knowledge that are on this site and in our area. Most seem to be the "purist" type on the other forums.
Maybe try ebaying it?
1984 300D 4-speed ~200,000 miles
7.5mm M-pump, GT3582 turbo, F-Tune Performance intake/exhaust manifolds, A/A intercooler, 315 nozzles, Enlarged prechambers, Bosch 044 feed pump, Custom lightweight flywheel with 240mm clutch, Lowered, 17" AMG rims - 300 hp OM617 project
1985 300D 280,000 miles RIP
2001 F350 7.3 DP tuner, 4"exhaust, S&B intake
led-panzer
06-17-2011, 07:16 AM #11(06-01-2011, 11:23 AM)DrewGerhan being one of a kind!
I think that's why people aren't jumping for it. The 4 speed swap would be a plus (in my mind) but the interior, paint, ect might not suit everyone's taste. The other thing is that there are, I won't say none, but hardly any people to my knowledge that are on this site and in our area. Most seem to be the "purist" type on the other forums.
Maybe try ebaying it?
1984 300D 4-speed ~200,000 miles
7.5mm M-pump, GT3582 turbo, F-Tune Performance intake/exhaust manifolds, A/A intercooler, 315 nozzles, Enlarged prechambers, Bosch 044 feed pump, Custom lightweight flywheel with 240mm clutch, Lowered, 17" AMG rims - 300 hp OM617 project
1985 300D 280,000 miles RIP
2001 F350 7.3 DP tuner, 4"exhaust, S&B intake
What diameter is the inlet on that filter?
How much for the stack?
Newbie-read this: Cheap Tricks
617.952-220k-Getting built up
larsalan I guess I need to look at this stupid ass drip shit. What you have to like mess with those elements on the pump? What a fucking hassle. then use some wire to hold the throttle open or some shit?
Simpler=Better
02-03-2012, 12:51 PM #12Is your M pump still available?
What diameter is the inlet on that filter?
How much for the stack?
Newbie-read this: Cheap Tricks
617.952-220k-Getting built up
larsalan I guess I need to look at this stupid ass drip shit. What you have to like mess with those elements on the pump? What a fucking hassle. then use some wire to hold the throttle open or some shit?
Gone but not forgotten: two W123 sedans and two W124 wagons.
W124 1987 300TD wagon, for sale, $1000 (some assembly required).
JustPassinThru
02-03-2012, 02:01 PM #13His M-pump is not available. I bought it.
Gone but not forgotten: two W123 sedans and two W124 wagons.
W124 1987 300TD wagon, for sale, $1000 (some assembly required).
1981 300SD 230k miles "Gently Modified" Daily Driver
1999 F-250 7.3L Power Stroke 150k miles "The Usual Mods" Tow Rig
1981 300SD 190k miles "Heavily Modified"
GONE
DrewGerhan
02-03-2012, 03:20 PM #14Car and all the parts are with the new owner. It was a great vehicle and I had a great time with it. Just moved up to a 7.3L that I couldn't pass up or else I would still have it.
1981 300SD 230k miles "Gently Modified" Daily Driver
1999 F-250 7.3L Power Stroke 150k miles "The Usual Mods" Tow Rig
1981 300SD 190k miles "Heavily Modified"
GONE
Gone but not forgotten: two W123 sedans and two W124 wagons.
W124 1987 300TD wagon, for sale, $1000 (some assembly required).
JustPassinThru
02-03-2012, 04:40 PM #15Say, Drew, I never did say thank you properly, for that pump. It's a good one. Waiting now for the modified version to arrive, from Göran.
Gone but not forgotten: two W123 sedans and two W124 wagons.
W124 1987 300TD wagon, for sale, $1000 (some assembly required).
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