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£7,635
1978 Mercedes-Benz 240D 4-Speed
United States • 4 Aug 2026
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240D, finished in Maple Yellow with Bamboo MB-Tex interior, has accumulated 456k miles and features a 4-speed manual transmission and a factory replacement engine. Service records reportedly exceed $60k, and the car was featured in The Star magazine, indicating a well-documented history despite noted paint blemishes and older tires.
Condition
6
The car has 456k miles and a replacement engine installed 122k miles ago. The paint has blemishes on the driver's door, trunk lid, and rear bumper. The tires have a 2014 date code. Some reconditioning is required.
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Transmission:
Manual
Chassis No:
12312310081623
Odometer:
456,000 miles
Reg Number:
[Reg Number]
RHD/LHD:
LHD
Replacement 2.4L Diesel Inline-Four Four-Speed Manual Transmission Maple Yellow Paint Bamboo MB-Tex Upholstery 14" Steel Wheels w/Color-Matching Covers Wood Trim Air Conditioning Becker Europa II Radio Manufacturer's Literature
This 1978 Mercedes-Benz 240D reportedly remained with its original owner for 40 years and 450k miles, and it was acquired by the current owner .
Finished in Maple Yellow over Bamboo MB-Tex upholstery, the car is powered by a factory replacement 2.4-liter diesel inline-four paired with a 4-speed manual transmission.
It has air conditioning, a heated rear window, a power antenna, and a Becker Europa II AM/FM radio.
Service and repair records totaling more than $60k are included along with manufacturer’s literature, data plates, and a copy of a 2018 issue of Mercedes-Benz Club of America’s magazine featuring the car.
This W123 240D is offered on dealer consignment with Bullet Motorsports, , with a clean Florida title.
Factory-finished in Maple Yellow (606) ...
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£281
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£8,478
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£35,433
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