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Diesel ? 200

posted by  Junkpc on  Fri Feb 21 06:12 CST 2003
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This question is actually for a friend, and I haven't seen the car, but here goes:
This guy is thinking about getting rid of an 80s-ish (?) Diesel 240 with about 350K. He says it's losing power and not running as nicely as before. He may be selling the car to my friend. Our opinion is the motor may just need some basic TLC to bring it back to life. (I've sold him on the durability of my $100 240DL)
Are there any suggestions of what to look for / common problems with diesels / etc that I should be aware of? I know that ANY brick would be better than his Neon, so I'd really love another one parked in our drive next to my current parts car and project (even if it isn't mine).
If there's a FAQ I missed, I'll feel like an idiot later.
Thanks
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Yes, my new car is a 1983.






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