- A 1985 Mercedes W123 has covered just 18,000 miles from new.
- A Mercedes specialist recently serviced and refurbished the diesel.
- Shockingly, it still has its original 1985 tires, so it will need new ones.
Many modern cars lack even an ounce of personality, serving simply as a means of transport for those looking to get from point A to point B. This 1985 Mercedes-Benz W123 300D Turbo couldn’t be any different.
Mercedes-Benz models from this era are known for exceptional build quality and engines that can run for decades. What makes this example stand out is its just 18,000 miles (around 29,000 km) since new, making it one of the lowest-mileage cars of its kind in the United States.
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Listed for auction through Bring a Trailer, the car was reportedly sold new in Massachusetts and includes an accident-free Carfax report, despite its age. Painted in Smoke Silver Metallic with the original 14-inch alloy wheels, and complete with black and chrome bumpers, it’s the perfect antidote to modern commuter cars.
Refreshed And Refurbished
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The listing notes the car was recently serviced and refurbished by Woods & Barclay in Georgia, a Mercedes-Benz specialist. Given the low mileage, the 3.0-liter naturally-aspirated turbo-diesel inline-five should be mostly trouble-free if it’s well-maintained moving forward. With 123 hp and 184 lb-ft (249 Nm) of torque, the engine isn’t particularly spritely, but it definitely has character. Mated to it is a four-speed automatic transmission.
Inside, the upholstery is finished in black across the seats, door panels, and dashboard. Zebrano wood trim appears throughout the cabin, complemented by automatic climate control, while the original Becker Grand Prix stereo remains in place.
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While the car looks to be in fabulous condition, it will require a new set of tires before the next owner considers driving it. It still wears its original rubber, dating back to 1985. A spare set of wheels is included in the sale, though those are also fitted with Continental tires from the same year.
At a time when even luxury cars feel disposable, this old diesel just shrugs and keeps going. It is slow, slightly stubborn, and built like it expects to outlive you. Interested? Go take a look at the listing at BaT over here before it closes.
