[Vwdiesel] M Benz 300D ?

[Terry Briggs]

The 300td turbos can be had on ebay for around $300 from what I saw, or 
a rebuilt from one of the e-tailers for around $600
On Feb 16, 2008, at 4:11 AM, William J Toensing wrote:

> Here in Grass Valley/Nevada City, CA, our local radio station runs a 
> "swap shop' in the afternoon where listeners can call in with things 
> for sale.
> One listener called in with a 1985 M Benz 300 STD with a turbo that 
> needs replacement. Said car had 300,000 miles. No price listed, only 
> best offer. I have not called the party or looked at the car. Just 
> wondering what the price of a new or rebuild turbo would be? How much 
> work would be involved for a DIY shade tree mechanic to replace the 
> turbo? Would it be cheaper, & practical to find a non turbo exhaust 
> manifold & install? No price was listed, only best offer,  but 
> wondering whether to offer $200 or even take it for free, which 
> sometimes happens? It's not a VW but I know some of you know about 
> Mercedes diesels too.
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