My best friend is into diesel MB's like Im into Porsche's and he loves them. He does all his own maintenance but says they dont reall need much. He has about 10 and some dont get driven much but they seem to be real reliable. We got in one 82 240D I think and drove it 300 miles each way with no troubles. They are slow though. He has a couple of early 90's gas cars too and likes them. I can ask him some particular questions if you have any.
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