The Mercedes-Benz W123 has built up a rock-solid

 The Mercedes-Benz W123 has built up a rock-solid

 reputation for reliability in the decades since it was launched, with many examples still running with mostly original components despite having several hundred thousand miles on the odometer. This was German luxury at its most bulletproof, although years of daily use has meant that there are plenty of examples out there that could do with some TLC. They make the perfect restoration project for

 someone looking for a daily drivable classic, especially with the car's range of roomy body styles. Coupes, sedans, and wagons are all easy to find for sale, and many sell for surprisingly low prices.

A 280CE coupe with a four-speed manual transmission sold in mid-January 2023 on Bring a Trailer for $6,000, and a 240D sold for $9,100 a few weeks before. Like many of the cars here, good, cheap examples are getting harder to find. As a result, you may well make good money if you're buying one to restore with a plan to sell it later down the line.