1973 Mercedes-Benz 220d Diesel Barn Find: Sitting Since 2002, Now Up for AuctionA vintage 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220d diesel sedan has surfaced on eBay in an auction starting at just $750, with no reserve. Located in Bassett, Virginia, this brown W115-chassis sedan has been parked since 2002 — over two decades of sitting — making it a true time capsule barn find for the right buyer.Related ArticlesFive Things Every First-Time Barn Find Buyer Gets Wrong (And How to Avoid Them)Someone Turned a VW Beetle Into a Rolls-Royce—Now It's Sitting in MissouriAdvertisementAdvertisementHow to Value a Barn Find Car: A Practical Guide for Collectors and BuyersThe W115 series (1968–1976) represents one of Mercedes-Benz's most celebrated generations of engineering. Built with the German manufacturer's signature emphasis on durability and quality, these cars were engineered to last, and many have survived decades of neglect with their structural integrity largely intact. The 220d was powered by a 2.2-liter OM615 four-cylinder diesel engine — an engine famously known for exceptional longevity and ease of repair.The seller notes that this particular car has a clean title and confirms that the engine was running when parked (though condition after 24 years of dormancy is unknown). The interior is brown, matching the exterior, and the car is a four-door sedan with seating for five. While the seller acknowledges it is a project vehicle with running gear condition unknown, the fact that it has been stored rather than scrapped means the body and components are likely more intact than a long-outdoor survivor.For Mercedes enthusiasts and diesel fans alike, the W115 220d is an increasingly collectible vehicle. These early-1970s European diesels were built during an era when fuel economy and longevity were paramount, and survivors are growing rarer. Parts availability for the OM615 diesel remains good through the active Mercedes community.AdvertisementAdvertisementAt a starting bid of $750, this car presents a very low-cost entry into the world of vintage European diesel ownership — either as a restoration challenge or a parts source. The seller is based in Bassett, Virginia, and delivery or pickup is available. The listing is on eBay from seller feedinr4kids.Source: 1973 Mercedes-Benz 220d on eBay — https://www.ebay.com/itm/257497390071
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