I always wanted to learn more about diesel engines, so I found a non-running, 4-speed 1970 240D and got to work during my Florida days. After lots of blood, sweat, weekends, and tears, it runs like a top and completed a 10hr road trip with no issues! It's since been sold to a fellow Benz enthusiast and is enjoying its revival, cruising through the Smoky Mountains at 50mph.

Full list of repairs:

• Front axle caliper replacement

• Replacement of rubberized mounts for transmission, differential, and motor - all custom-reinforced with 30 shore hardness urethane to maximize longevity

• Full disc brake replacement; front and rear axles

• Complete air-conditioning overhaul; works great in the Florida summers! Flushed system, new drier, compressor, expansion valve and various hoses. Involved creative use of ratchet straps & hydraulic jack to re-install the very heavy compressor under the car

• Front driver-side hub replacement (stripped threads from previous owner)

• Restomod sound system overhaul, including custom rear deck and carpeting, Pioneer speakers & head unit, and modest subwoofer installation

• Restomod for electronics, featuring charging hub in glove box

• Diesel injector rebuild with Monark-brand nozzles, including new fuel lines

• Complete restoration of mechanical throttle linkage system 

• Valve lash adjustment

• Changing of essential fluids (oil, transmission, coolant, brake, power steering)

• Changing of essential filters (primary & secondary fuel, air, power steering, oil)

It was time for a Benz that friends & family could drive and not worry about shifting. Drove this one back to Indianapolis from Colorado Springs!

Full list of repairs:

• Vacuum line and valve replacements to improve shifting of automatic transmission

• Passenger side control arm and tie rod replacement

• Resealing of front and rear window trim

• Addition of passenger side mirror (came from factory without one!)