Our read

GarageScout Take

A factory five-speed ordered new by the seller’s relative is the defining distinction here, with Smoke Silver Metallic uncommon among observed examples of this generation.

Strengths

Five-speed manual transmission factory installed on a 1986 300E
Clean California title with no reported accidents on the Carfax
Complete factory window sticker included detailing original delivery and equipment
Michelin tires fitted recently in 2025 complement the alloy wheels