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Originally Posted by mbolton1990
Might want to consider a 190D as well.
I'm about to acquire a 5-speed '84 190D,they commonly net around 40+mpg,BUT they're a) rare and b) lack the power of a 5cyl turbo (unless you get the '87 which is super rare but has the 5cyl turbo engine,om602) The '84 I'm looking at only has ~70hp and ~90ft lbs om601 2.2l 4cyl but makes up for it with the great fuel economy.
And the fact they're veggie friendly is a big plus,I'd personally stay away from the gasser's unless you found a really clean one really cheap.
My two cents
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The 190D 2.2L is pretty rare but the 190D 2.5 Turbo is much more rare. I return ~40mpg on the highway at 65mph and mid 30s around town. Acceleration is lacking, but once at speed it's a pleasure. I really appreciate the 5 speed manual transmission. It helps reach the 40s mpg on the highway.
I agree with the 95 W124 if you still want to get a W124. The 606 is better in several ways, but don't turn your nose up at the 300D 2.5 Turbo. In the end, it may be worth it to go with the 2.5 when you consider the commonality of parts and such.