[{"id": 2579912, "authorName": "ababbar", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ababbar/", "bidAmount": 1000, "content": "$1,000 bid placed by ababbar", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1538695213, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2581026, "authorName": "WAGONBOYTD", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/wagonboytd/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Wish it were closer, I know this year/model VERY well. lots of cosmetics to do on the inside, but all super easy and readily available. I would do a simple dash cover from Ecklers, cheap and looks really nice and clean. map case super easy to find in blue. Easy engines to work on. might suggest a engine run video just to hear the diesel. No mention if it runs. does it? I drive mine all summer between my 76 and Rovers. a 76 Bracq is hard to come by, MB had already moved off this chassis mid year.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1538750523, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2581406, "authorName": "Ms.Mercedes (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ms.mercedes/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vE0QaVrVmvQ\r\n\r\nHere is a video of me starting the Mercedes and pulling it out of the garage.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1538759079, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2581449, "authorName": "Ms.Mercedes (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ms.mercedes/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=TPX3AXhUWtM\r\n\r\nPurrs right along. She's a driver.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1538759778, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2581483, "authorName": "bringatrailer", "authorUrl": "", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "A start-up and running video have been added to the listing", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1538760422, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2581494, "authorName": "bondgraham", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bondgraham/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This could be a gem. I recall several back when they were fairly new and because the W123s had come out, these 115s were going cheap. Might be a nice car for a Route 66 drive to the east coast!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1538760582, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2581981, "authorName": "Mr.Mistah", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mr.mistah/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Road tripped a Mercedes diesel hitting national parks from Glacier to Death Valley. Was awesome to see a line up of rental cars, minivans, SUVs and then a classic MB. Was a great conversation starter out on the road. These are classics that can be driven and enjoyed. I'd imagine this is what your tenured university economics professor drives to class.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1538765613, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2582452, "authorName": "WAGONBOYTD", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/wagonboytd/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Perfect thanks for the video @Ms.Mercedes sounds like a diesel. these make great daily drivers, in fact it's best if they are. ;) they prefer it. Again '76 W115's are pretty uncommon, and with a sunroof, bonus", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1538770768, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2583503, "authorName": "Vintagedude01", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/vintagedude01/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "w115 300d's are a unique and rare breed. I have only seen one other w115 other than mine. These are great driving cars that love putting on the miles and are very reliable. Just do not be in a hurry to get anywhere and enjoy the drive. After a winter hibernation my 300d starts right up on the first try without hesitation. @Ms.Mercedes jealous of the sunroof and GLWTA!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1538783191, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2583785, "authorName": "WAGONBOYTD", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/wagonboytd/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Vintagedude01\r\nWhat color is yours? My 76 300 is green on green, maybe I need blue on blue:)", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1538792406, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2583787, "authorName": "Mr.Mistah", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mr.mistah/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@wagonboytd a blue on blue would calm your slow serene diesel drive. ;)", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1538792545, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2583797, "authorName": "Vintagedude01", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/vintagedude01/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@wagonboytd mine is topaz brown on bamboo mb Tex nice to see another 300 owner how many miles are on yours?", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1538793071, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2584098, "authorName": "WAGONBOYTD", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/wagonboytd/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Vintagedude01\r\n117k you can see pics of it on my instagram. These diesels always get a slow ride rap. but I drive mine in the city so I am not going anywhere fast in Chicago. and on the highway it loves 75 80 all the way to farm. That's if I.m not taking another classic. LOL. They are really great cars. and you can't beat Bracq's simple elegant design with these. I always say if one is mechanically capable, these make really cool affordable classics that you don't have to stress out about driving all the time. they will never be worth a ton of money.which makes owning these Bracq's very enjoyable.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1538828485, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2584399, "authorName": "Tlillis", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tlillis/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "My '75 300D chugs right along. No telling how many miles-odometer froze @ 39K several years ago (twice over)- enjoyable to wrench on.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1538838552, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2584822, "authorName": "Vintagedude01", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/vintagedude01/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@wagonboytd she\u2019s a beauty love the green on green!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1538855258, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2584864, "authorName": "WAGONBOYTD", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/wagonboytd/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Vintagedude01\r\nWell thank you. Literally the only green on green I have ever seen. Thank god I LOVE green cars LOL", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1538857132, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2588423, "authorName": "janeyc", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/janeyc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Can I ask why you are selling?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1539031681, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2588586, "authorName": "janeyc", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/janeyc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "also, the air does not work but is heat functioning?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1539032773, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2588919, "authorName": "Ms.Mercedes (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ms.mercedes/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The fans operate to push air @janeyc and I'm selling to condense the garage for the next ride. This Mercedes has been enjoyable, but I'm looking for the next ride.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1539035309, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2589718, "authorName": "austin_alfa", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/austin_alfa/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "If I lived in a small town with no need for acceleration onto a highway/expressway, this would be good inexpensive transpo. They will last forever....and it takes forever to hit 60 mph\r\n\r\nIm on my 4th MB diesel that I've accumulated over 30 years. Great DD cars and I've found them to be easy to keep running and thrifty and comfortable. I've never owned one of this gen but I drove these as a Courtesy car for a MB dealer in High School. Great road manners", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1539048301, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2589995, "authorName": "FunInTheSun", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/funinthesun/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Hey seller @ms.mercedes does the heater work though? You said fan blows air but not if heater worked. Thanks in advance. The video startled me. Forgot the classic Mercedes buzzer when you run the key (seat belt reminder?). Great sounding rig once it starts running.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1539061107, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2592022, "authorName": "Ms.Mercedes (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ms.mercedes/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The heater works @FunInTheSun @janeyc, and yes that buzz is to remind us all to be safe, and buckle up since everyone else is driving staring at their phone.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1539117117, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2592034, "authorName": "Ms.Mercedes (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ms.mercedes/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "A little merge clip for @austin_alfa and everyone else taking a look. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mjzsH7HEQWc\r\n Up and moving merging onto 680 here in Walnut Creek CA.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1539117209, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2592613, "authorName": "janeyc", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/janeyc/", "bidAmount": 1100, "content": "$1,100 bid placed by janeyc", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1539122480, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2593024, "authorName": "Ten13", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ten13/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Hi All, I daily-drive a '78 280ce, and just purchased a '74 280 Sedan in the same color. I live about 7 miles away from Walnut Creek, where this car is garaged, and would be more than happy to inspect (if @Ms.Mercedes allows).", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1539125133, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2593090, "authorName": "Ms.Mercedes (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ms.mercedes/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Come on by today if you'd like @Ten13.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1539126335, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2593093, "authorName": "Ten13", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ten13/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Ms.Mercedes - I'm unable to swing by today, unfortunately, but could tomorrow mid-day. I'm not interested in bidding, but wanted to offer to crawl inside and underneath this cool benz for any interested bidders...", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1539126453, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2593107, "authorName": "Ms.Mercedes (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ms.mercedes/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Unsure of how tomorrows work schedule is playing out. If we can get it to work your endorsement would be helpful.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1539126664, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2593522, "authorName": "janeyc", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/janeyc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Ten13 that would be really sweet! I\u2019d appreciate that so much", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1539138857, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2593596, "authorName": "nightraveler69", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/nightraveler69/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I used to own one too... some 'kid' I think,...came by and swiped the hood ornament. Same color Benz though, and I really liked !! Go get it Janeyc !!!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1539141110, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2593624, "authorName": "Ten13", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ten13/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@janeyc - do you have any specific things you\u2019d like to see? If @Ms.Mercedes and my schedule align, I am happy to check it out. By the way, I have absolutely no affiliation with seller or interest in this vehicle, outside of my passion for the hobby...", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1539141848, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2593689, "authorName": "janeyc", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/janeyc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Ten13 I\u2019ve seen one of these engines running before and I was under the impression that an engine Shake was bad. I guess if you could tell me it\u2019s not too bad that\u2019d be reassuring. It might be silly but the 300d before 77 is my dream car.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1539144896, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2593696, "authorName": "Ms.Mercedes (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ms.mercedes/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Ten13 How about we meet over at the mechanics that did the pre-purchase inspection? 1275 Pine St, Walnut Creek, CA 94596.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1539145597, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2593705, "authorName": "Ten13", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ten13/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Ms.Mercedes & @janeyc - these diesels do shake a bit if you\u2019re not accustomed to them. Fatigued engine & transmission mounts can make the problem worse, but they aren\u2019t that big a deal to replace, in my opinion - just difficult to get to without a lift. As for timing tomorrow, my schedule is pretty tight. The only window I have right now is between about 12:00 and 1:00p.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1539146569, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2593746, "authorName": "pforddc", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pforddc/", "bidAmount": 1234, "content": "$1,234 bid placed by pforddc", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1539150207, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2593841, "authorName": "janeyc", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/janeyc/", "bidAmount": 1335, "content": "$1,335 bid placed by janeyc", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1539171265, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2594201, "authorName": "pforddc", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pforddc/", "bidAmount": 1515, "content": "$1,515 bid placed by pforddc", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1539181167, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2594242, "authorName": "janeyc", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/janeyc/", "bidAmount": 1615, "content": "$1,615 bid placed by janeyc", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1539182181, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2595171, "authorName": "classicphil68", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/classicphil68/", "bidAmount": 1800, "content": "$1,800 bid placed by classicphil68", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1539197259, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2596141, "authorName": "Ms.Mercedes (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ms.mercedes/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Ten13 Sorry that the timing didn't work out. The shop that did the inspection is a family owned German specialist. When the son took over he started working on his love of rock crawlers for King of the Hammers. Though they still do plenty of German automobiles.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1539204688, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2597013, "authorName": "Md29", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/md29/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Can anyone chime with n on what it would cost to get the A/C going? What\u2019s typically the issue? @ms.mercedes did you ever have that ever priced out?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1539212666, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2597091, "authorName": "Ms.Mercedes (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ms.mercedes/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Md29 Unsure of what it would take to get the AC going again. Never had it priced or inspected to be honest. Windows and the sunrooof have been all the cooling I needed in its most recent drives. I could recommend a specialist shop that might have a better idea.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1539214603, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2597967, "authorName": "Zerplex", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/zerplex/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Ms.mercedes Sorry to be late to the party. Does the rear end sag slightly to the passenger side? the rear on shot it appears so but its hard to tell from the side view. \r\n\r\nThis thing ready for a road trip to Ohio? \r\n\r\nI know it might be asking too much with 7:30 left but could we maybe get some pictures of the sunroof drain holes and the jacking points? Thanks!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1539263978, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2598312, "authorName": "Ten13", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ten13/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Zerplex - Roadtrip! I love me a good road trip. A year ago, I drove my '78 280ce from San Francisco to Chicago and back (to pick up a new rear seat) after refreshing the running gear a bit. These old benz's are happiest on the open road. My car ran far better after 5200 miles in a week than before. They are so comfortable and just dripping with cool. Can't speak to this particular car, but in general, I wouldn't think twice about logging lots of miles in a legacy MBZ. If you're interested, here's a link to my road trip time-lapse videos (broken down by day): https://vimeo.com/album/4783403", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1539270740, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2598331, "authorName": "Ms.Mercedes (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ms.mercedes/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I've uploaded additional photos @Zerplex. The photos are of the rails around the sunroof, and the four jacking points. I have to wait for BaT staff to approve an add to the listing. In the fresh batch of photos I also took a few more shots of the side profile since my driveway does have a slope to it and it might exaggerate the body squatting. \r\n\r\nLike @Ten13 said the old Benz is happy to be able to stretch its legs. I'd get another look over from a pro just to double check before a trip to Ohio.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1539271159, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2598340, "authorName": "Zerplex", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/zerplex/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Ms.Mercedes Excellent!! Hope they are approved soon. Glad to hear the body roll was just perspective / uneven surface, I couldn't be sure what I was seeing.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1539271308, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2598346, "authorName": "Zerplex", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/zerplex/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Ten13 Agreed, I had an '83 300D and loved it. Cali - Ohio in October sounds like a nice trip!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1539271381, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2598355, "authorName": "eshorer", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/eshorer/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Are people still doing veggie oil fuel conversions on these cars? I worked with a guy who had two of them and swore by them. He claimed Japanese restaurants had the cleanest used oil to be gotten.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1539271694, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2598622, "authorName": "bringatrailer", "authorUrl": "", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Additional photos have been added to the gallery and a driving video has been added to the listing. Thanks for viewing!\n\n-BaT", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1539277160, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2598646, "authorName": "Ms.Mercedes (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ms.mercedes/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Zerplex additional photos are up. @eshorer I'm unsure about if conversions are still being made but I know a biofuel station is still in Berkeley https://www.yelp.com/biz/biofuel-oasis-berkeley", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1539277507, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2598784, "authorName": "bsms5150", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bsms5150/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Has there been any owners that smoke in the vehicle? I\u2019ve known people that have never been able to get the smell out of their vehicles", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1539280122, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2598832, "authorName": "Zerplex", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/zerplex/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Can anyone comment to the size of the interior of a w116 vs a w123? Im 6\u2019 5\u201d had no issue in my old \u201883 300D. I cant remember if ive ever sat in a w116.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1539280794, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2599018, "authorName": "theultimatebmwguy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/theultimatebmwguy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Can you please advise as to the condition of the body/paint. The left front fender appears a different shade ? Has this area been repainted or had body work ?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1539282677, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2599066, "authorName": "Ten13", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ten13/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@zerplex - I'm 6'1\" and 210lbs, and find the w114 sedan to be quite comfortable, if not a bit more \"upright\" than the W123. My '78 W123 is a coupe - both are very comfortable for me.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1539283152, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2599346, "authorName": "Ms.Mercedes (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ms.mercedes/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@bms5150 I\u2019ve never smoked in the vehicle during my ownership, and I don\u2019t smell any evidence of the prior owner smoking in it. @theultimatebmwcarguy I notice the color difference in the photo as well but the car wasn\u2019t repaired/ repainted while I\u2019ve owned it. Prior owners had used the car to go down to the country club and back after bringing it back from Germany.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1539284969, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2599653, "authorName": "theultimatebmwguy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/theultimatebmwguy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "There does appear to be some engine shake. Did the technician inspect the motor mounts ?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1539286817, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2599685, "authorName": "Ms.Mercedes (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ms.mercedes/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@theutimatebmwguy I requested that the mechanic do the equivalent of a pre-purchase inspection for me with knowing the goal was to list it on BaT. I did not ask for specifics, and he did not have any comment on the motor mounts. (925) 937-3627 ask for Cliff if you would like to follow up.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1539287092, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2599694, "authorName": "brianr911", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/brianr911/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "To theultimatebmwguy:\r\nIt\u2019s a diesel. ?. \r\nThey shake / vibrate.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1539287156, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2599874, "authorName": "janeyc", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/janeyc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I am a 19 year old girl who has caught the mercedes bug. I currently drive a 95 e320 but the 300d has been screaming my name. It's so oddly sexy. I wish there was a polite way to tell all you men to back off. (joking...maybe)", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1539288139, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2599958, "authorName": "Ten13", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ten13/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@janeyc - the vintage mercedes bug gives a nasty bite, for sure - and that's a good thing! These cars are special, and you should go for it if you want it.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1539288669, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2600101, "authorName": "janeyc", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/janeyc/", "bidAmount": 1976, "content": "$1,976 bid placed by janeyc", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1539289445, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2600134, "authorName": "Ms.Mercedes (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ms.mercedes/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "With 30 minutes to go @janeyc might end up with her very own classic Mercedes-Benz. I have the Final Countdown playing in my head over and over.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1539289659, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2600162, "authorName": "Robin", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/robin/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This looks to be a sweet ride, especially for current bid territory. I'd be bidding if the barn wasn't filled up by my recently acquired 1960 220Sb awaiting parts. Old MBs are awesome!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1539289938, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2600185, "authorName": "mrerik", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mrerik/", "bidAmount": 2076, "content": "$2,076 bid placed by mrerik", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1539290191, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2600200, "authorName": "Zerplex", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/zerplex/", "bidAmount": 2176, "content": "$2,176 bid placed by Zerplex", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1539290324, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2600262, "authorName": "Ms.Mercedes (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ms.mercedes/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The final 10 minutes. We are getting closer to to PBS tote bag levels.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1539290777, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2600303, "authorName": "Stephan_Forslund", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/stephan_forslund/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "come on jane", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1539291231, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2600304, "authorName": "bsms5150", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bsms5150/", "bidAmount": 2276, "content": "$2,276 bid placed by bsms5150", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1539291241, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2600310, "authorName": "Stephan_Forslund", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/stephan_forslund/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "post surgery on heavy meds so dont think I should bid today", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1539291301, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2600315, "authorName": "janeyc", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/janeyc/", "bidAmount": 2377, "content": "$2,377 bid placed by janeyc", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1539291324, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2600314, "authorName": "carstruck", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/carstruck/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Not much interest.. Not stellar enough i guess..", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1539291324, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2600319, "authorName": "Stephan_Forslund", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/stephan_forslund/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "looks very usable as is", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1539291368, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2600322, "authorName": "Scoopman", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/scoopman/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "We are rooting for you Jane.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1539291387, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2600321, "authorName": "Ms.Mercedes (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ms.mercedes/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Come on @Stephan_Forslund , this is cheaper than the meds you're on.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1539291387, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2600323, "authorName": "Ten13", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ten13/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Stephan_Forslund - or, maybe it\u2019s the perfect time! You can blame it on the meds, should anyone give you grief!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1539291391, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2600327, "authorName": "bsms5150", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bsms5150/", "bidAmount": 2500, "content": "$2,500 bid placed by bsms5150", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1539291440, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2600334, "authorName": "Stephan_Forslund", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/stephan_forslund/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "no one would believe that excuse as I make plenty of questionable decisions sober", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1539291485, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2600346, "authorName": "janeyc", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/janeyc/", "bidAmount": 2600, "content": "$2,600 bid placed by janeyc", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1539291549, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 2600347, "authorName": "Stephan_Forslund", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/stephan_forslund/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "jane", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1539291552, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2600353, "authorName": "Stephan_Forslund", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/stephan_forslund/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "good for you", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1539291589, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2600364, "authorName": "janeyc", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/janeyc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Sold on 10/11/18 for $2,600 to janeyc", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1539291669, "type": "bat-bid-reserve"}, {"id": 2600365, "authorName": "Ten13", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ten13/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@janeyc - for the win!", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1539291673, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2600372, "authorName": "Stephan_Forslund", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/stephan_forslund/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I think you did real good", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1539291741, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2600374, "authorName": "janeyc", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/janeyc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Oh I\u2019m shaking I\u2019m so happy", "likes": 7, "timestamp": 1539291758, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2600386, "authorName": "douglassjohnson", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/douglassjohnson/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Congrats! I was on the verge...", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1539291847, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2600389, "authorName": "Ms.Mercedes (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ms.mercedes/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Congratulations @Janeyc ! Hope this is all you're looking for in a classic Mercedes-Benz.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1539291864, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2600396, "authorName": "eshorer", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/eshorer/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Note to self after seeing this sale and the Corvair not long ago: \"Bid on cars just after the market takes a dive!\"", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1539291921, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2600403, "authorName": "janeyc", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/janeyc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Ms.Mercedes how do I get in contact with you? I am at work right now so my responses might be delayed. The car Will have to be shipped to Connecticut. I have a couple companies in mind. I\u2019ve never done this before so I\u2019m not entirely sure how this process goes between you and I", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1539291974, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2600422, "authorName": "Ten13", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ten13/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@janeyc - Drive it to CT! It\u2019s what these old benz\u2019s live for. It\u2019ll be a trip you hold dear for the rest of your years. I still vividly recall my 12month roadtrip in a 73 VW thing from cape cod, around the perimeter of the entire USA, on back roads, back when I was 22. Go for it!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1539292128, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2600480, "authorName": "davidhay97", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/davidhay97/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@janeyc I concur with @Ten13 - hop a plane and driver ol' blue home! You will have the time of your life in your dream car ... although a '95 E320 is pretty nice as well with that great inline six! Happy motoring ...", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1539292541, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2600576, "authorName": "Stephan_Forslund", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/stephan_forslund/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "yup shipping is a hassle , grab a friend take a week and enjoy!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1539293287, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2600611, "authorName": "WAGONBOYTD", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/wagonboytd/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@janeyc\r\ncongrats'! reach out like you have been, if you need anything.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1539293521, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2600639, "authorName": "Rod_S", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rod_s/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I really need to organize my meetings around BaT auctions", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1539293684, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2600762, "authorName": "carstruck", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/carstruck/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@janeyc Congratulations .. these drive well . Enjoy", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1539294524, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2601054, "authorName": "WAGONBOYTD", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/wagonboytd/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@janeyc\r\nmake sure to watch a couple how to start diesels on you tube if this is your first diesel. It's a lot different than a petrol car. ;)", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1539297506, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2601151, "authorName": "treetrimmer", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/treetrimmer/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Walnut Creek is pretty nice this time of year...err...any time of year. :)", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1539299625, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2601173, "authorName": "buckminsterfutt", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/buckminsterfutt/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Wow, Ms Janey got the Deal of the Week!! Congratulations and enjoy your new ride.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1539300208, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2668557, "authorName": "DebtFreeGirl", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/debtfreegirl/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Wow that went cheap...congrats to buyer!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1541303777, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2913607, "authorName": "Loughman846", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/loughman846/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Wow nice buy @janeyc! Did u get it back to CT yet? I picked up its little brother, a72 220D here in southeast CT about 1 month ago, don\u2019t see many W115s on the road. It would be neat to meet up with another W115 at a car show one day!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1548895844, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2964515, "authorName": "janeyc", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/janeyc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Loughman846 I got it to CT back in October! It's being garaged right now. I've taken it out a few times haven't even registered it yet, i figure springtime. I've seen one other like this on the roads here!! And i get giddy every time. I would definitely take it to a car show :-)", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1550257443, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 2967461, "authorName": "Loughman846", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/loughman846/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Nice @janeyc! I\u2019ve got mine registered in CT with classic car plates and insured through one of the collector car insurance agencies....pretty darn cheap overall. The 220D is the same chassis/body with smaller bumpers, etc. Mine is dark green, pretty much the twin of the 1970 220D that sold on BAT back in October. Can\u2019t wait for spring to drive it some more!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1550322222, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3084287, "authorName": "Varjak", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/varjak/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "There was a good piece in the NY Times about a woman who owned a yellow-orange 300D from new. \r\n\r\nA lot of the air went out of the veggie-oil craze when the used oil went from free (or even being paid to take it away) to bigger players paying for the used oil and others stealing it from behind restaurants. The New Yorker had a good piece on it.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1553629794, "type": "comment"}]