1980 W116 Mercedes-Benz 300SD Turbodiesel - NO RESERVE

1980 Mercedes-Benz 300-Series Description

For sale is a 1980 W116 Mercedes-Benz 300SD Turbodiesel - NO RESERVE AUCTION
New Paint - Body sanded down (not blasted or chem-dipped) to bare metal and painted in the original color resulting in a fabulous deep and luscious black.
Engine - new cylinder liners, rings, bearings, valve stems/guides, timing chain
Fuel Injection - new Monark nozzles (properly calibrated) along with an upgraded injection pump with 7.5mm elements from DieselMeken of Sweden (www.dieselmeken.se) for more fuel delivery and more power. Boost raised to 14.7 psig (easily adjustable), boost gauge and pyrometer installed
Interior - New GAAH seat covers and cushions and carpeting and all wood trim refinished in Ebony Macassar-everything looks really sharp and clean.
Climate control - Manual climate control works and the Air Conditioning system was professionally retrofitted to R134a. New, parallel flow condenser with a larger-sized fan.
Tires - New Michelin Defender (<3000 miles), classic retro color-matched hubcaps
Windows have been tinted per GA standards.
Dash has the usual cracks, radio deleted, ignition tumbler may need to be replaced.
Absolutely no rust, all water traps (under the fuse box, cowl, etc., have been repaired and sealed), floor is solid.
Mileage is unknown as the speedometer/odometer is from another vehicle.
Includes quite a few additional spare/miscellaneous parts: injection pump, turbo/intake/exhaust assembly, bundt wheels, and many other interior trim parts, new oil pan, gaskets, rough dash board, etc.
Due to the age of the vehicle, and as allowed per the laws of the state of Georgia, a bill of sale will be issued in lieu of a title. (refer to "Buying Without a Title or Registration" section: https://www.dmv.org/ga-georgia/buy-sell/used-cars/paper-work-when-buying-a-car.php )
The car is located just north of Atlanta, GA. I will provide reasonable assistance with your car transporter if necessary, regardless of whether for local or international.
Thanks,Paul203-558-1236