THIS... is a 1983 Mercedes-Benz 300TD, finished in Champagne Metallic with a Palomino interior.This 300TD has reportedly undergone a recent restoration, including an engine rebuild, suspension and brake refresh, new glass and seals, new upholstery and carpeting, and a complete repaint in its factory Champagne Metallic color. Photos of the process are included in the gallery.Factory equipment on this 300TD includes 14-inch wheels, self-leveling rear suspension, a roof rack, power windows, locks, and antenna, and more as detailed below. Modifications reported by the seller include Bilstein shocks, custom aftermarket shift knob, a custom leather-wrapped steering wheel, and hand-painted pinstripes.Based on the W123, the S123 was the first station wagon that Mercedes-Benz designed in-house. It was sold in America between the 1979 and 1985 model years, first with a naturally-aspirated engine and later with a turbo. Overseas markets got gasoline-powered wagons, but the U.S. only received diesel-powered models equipped with an automatic transmission.Power for this 300TD comes from an OM617 3.0-liter turbodiesel 5-cylinder engine, rated at 120 horsepower and 170 lb-ft of torque. Output is sent to the rear wheels via a 4-speed automatic transmission.