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What was last year of manual trans Diesel Bens in U.S.? - 6/21/2008 6:17:17 PM

Scuddog

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Does anyone know what the last year was the Mercedes sold a manual transmission Diesel Benz in the States? Some info on this would help as I am seriously considering selling my other MBs for another nice Diesel with a manual tranny.
Thanks in advance!
Scuddog

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RE: What was last year of manual trans Diesel Bens in U... - 6/22/2008 6:23:31 PM

johnhas

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go to the wicapedia site, or type in "mercedes history"

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RE: What was last year of manual trans Diesel Bens in U... - 6/22/2008 7:53:18 PM

ForcedInduction

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The 1989 190D 2.5

There are no factory turbodiesels with a manual.

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1980 240D 3.0VNT 222K Miles. OM617.95, GT2256V VNT turbo, 4-speed manual, 3.46 diff, 15mm rear swaybar, ALDA removed, no EGR and Amsoil by-pass oil filter. Currently 107HP and 195lb/ft of torque at the wheels.

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RE: What was last year of manual trans Diesel Bens in U... - 6/25/2008 4:13:40 PM

Scuddog

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Forced, is it an engine to avoid? It may be more my style than the 240D which seems to need just about everything. Any background that you can give on this particular model/engine/etc.. would be great. Thanks in advance.

Just had the rear window seal replaced. Had to get most of the metal refabricated and repaired due to rust. After priming and the new seal the whole job cost me around $120. Looks great.... it''s a start.

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RE: What was last year of manual trans Diesel Bens in U... - 6/26/2008 4:21:45 AM

ForcedInduction

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The 5-cylinder OM602 is a great engine, no common problems with it. The W201 body is "cheaper" than the earlier models in build quality but its more efficient, handles better and is more comfortable.

The main downside to the W201 is rear legroom is nonexistent if you have a tall driver or front passenger.

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1980 240D 3.0VNT 222K Miles. OM617.95, GT2256V VNT turbo, 4-speed manual, 3.46 diff, 15mm rear swaybar, ALDA removed, no EGR and Amsoil by-pass oil filter. Currently 107HP and 195lb/ft of torque at the wheels.

www.youtube.com/Turbo617

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