What is a Mercedes 300D?
The Mercedes-Benz 300D was produced from 1975 through 1985. It was built atop the W123 platform and was originally powered by a 3-liter five-cylinder diesel engine that displaced 183.4 cubic-inches and produced nearly 80 horsepower. A turbo-diesel option was introduced in late 1978 which offered 110 horsepower.
What kind of engine does a 1987 Mercedes-Benz 300D have?
1987 was the only model year that the W124 was available in the U.S. with a turbocharged “OM603” engine. This 300D is powered by the 3.0-liter OM603 turbodiesel inline-six engine, which produces 143 horsepower and 196 lb-ft of torque.
What years did Mercedes make the 300SD?
The 300SD was only built from 1978-1980 and exclusively for the U.S. and Canadian markets. With only 28,634 examples built, these 300SD are quite rare vehicles and came standard with the legendary W116. 120 3.0L inline 5 cylinder turbo diesel engine.
What year is a Mercedes 300D Turbo Diesel?
For stopping power, the W123 300 D Turbo Diesel braking system includes Discs at the front and Discs at the rear. The W123 model is a car manufactured by Mercedes Benz, with 4 doors and 5 seats, sold new from year 1982 until 1984, and available after that as a used car.
What engine is in a 1983 Mercedes 300D?
The 3.0-liter OM617 turbodiesel inline-five features a single Garrett turbocharger and Bosch fuel injection. Power was factory rated at 123 horsepower and 184 lb-ft of torque and is sent to the rear wheels via a 722.3 four-speed automatic transmission.
How many liters are there in a OM603 961?
Mercedes-Benz OM603 engine
| Mercedes-Benz OM603 Diesel | |
|---|---|
| Configuration | Inline-six engine |
| Displacement | 3.0 L (2,996 cc) 3.4 L (3,449 cc) |
| Cylinder bore | 87 mm (3.43 in) |
| Piston stroke | 84 mm (3.31 in) |
What is a 1983 Mercedes 300SD worth?
**Figure based on a stock 1983 Mercedes-Benz 300SD valued at $13,700 with OH rates with $100/300K liability/UM/UIM limits. Actual costs vary depending on the coverage selected, vehicle condition, state and other factors.
Are Mercedes diesels reliable?
Experts say the diesel engine could last 300,000 miles, and in some cases 500,000 miles. And the mild California climate means the body won’t rust. But there is one thing that that will keep this car trouble-free for thirty years. Older models like Oehler’s are much simpler.
Is the Mercedes W123 a classic?
The Mercedes-Benz W123 is one of the simplest executive classics you can buy, and if you take your time and buy well you will be rewarded with many years of enjoyable fault free motoring.