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£8,180
1978 Mercedes-Benz 300CD
United States • 14 Jan 2026
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AI Listing Summary
This 1978 Mercedes-Benz 300CD, a California car until 2021, shows 85k miles and is powered by a 3.0-liter diesel engine. While it features desirable options like a sunroof and cruise control, it also has cosmetic issues such as dings, paint blemishes, interior wear and some non-functional accessories.
Condition
5
The car has dings on the sides, bubbling paint on the roof and trunk lid, vinyl repair patches on the seats, a cracked dashboard, and a non-functional Becker stereo. These issues indicate noticeable cosmetic wear and the need for moderate reconditioning.
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Transmission:
Automatic
Chassis No:
12315012001331
Odometer:
85,000 miles
Reg Number:
8TZZ780
RHD/LHD:
LHD
3.0-Liter Diesel Inline-Five Four-Speed Automatic Transmission Astral Silver Metallic Paint Blue MB-Tex Upholstery 14" Bundt Alloy Wheels Sunroof Power Windows Automatic Climate Control AM/FM Radio Cruise Control
This 1978 Mercedes-Benz 300CD remained registered in California under the care of its original owner until 2021, and was purchased by the seller from its second owner in 2025. Powered by a 3.0-liter diesel inline-five paired with a four-speed automatic transmission, the car is finished in Astral Silver over blue MB-Tex upholstery.
Features include a sunroof, 14″ Bundt alloy wheels, cruise control, and automatic climate control.
This W123 300CD shows 85k miles and is offered at no reserve with manufacturer’s literature and a clean California title in the seller’s name.
The car is finished in Astral Silver and is equipped with a sunroof, fog lights, a driver-side mirror, a power antenna, and bright trim.
There are dings on the left and right sides of the car as well as iso...
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£3,143
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£12,575
Median Price (Since 2020)
£46,569
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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