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History of the MB W123 Diesels |
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1976 |
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January |
presentation of the W123 series |
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including the models 200D, 220D, 240D and 300D |
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1977 |
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February |
Halogen Headlights for all models |
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August |
200D - 240D:new preglow system |
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240D and 300D: availability with long wheelbase and 8 seats |
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December |
240D: can be started with key instead of starter button |
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240D: mechanical injection pump similar to the 200D |
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1978 |
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January |
availability of wheelsize 5 1/2 x 14 |
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April |
240D and 300D: availability as "T model" |
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August |
240D: 72 hp instead of 65 hp |
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1979 |
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January |
200D: 60hp instead of 55 hp |
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dry airfilter for all models |
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220D: end of production |
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September |
redesigned front brakes |
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pneumatic headlight adjustment |
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smaller steering wheel |
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300D: 88 hp instead of 80 |
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300TD: presentation |
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1980 |
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August |
redesigned pre-glow system for all models |
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redesigned heating |
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availability of accessory |
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October |
new 4gear transmission |
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availability of ABS |
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maintenance intervals increased from 5000 km to 7500 km |
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1981 |
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availability of airbag |
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1982 |
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July |
availability of a five gear transmission |
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September |
power steering |
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rectangular headlights |
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1984 |
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December |
end of limousine production |
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1985 |
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December |
official end of T model production |
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1986 |
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January |
last 63 T models |
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last revised 06/26/99 |
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