1979 Mercedes-Benz 230C C123

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Highlights

  • Restored to a high standard fifteen years ago by the original owner
  • Electric sunroof in perfect working order
  • Rare automatic transmission with lever on steering column
  • Impeccably preserved original upholstery
  • The seller informs us that it is very pleasant to drive and is ready for use
  • Only two previous owners

The Appeal


Using the W123's legendarily robust platform as the basis for its new coupe, Mercedes-Benz created a highly successful car in the late 1970s. If we also consider that the design was the work of Bruno Sacco and Friedrich Geiger, it is not surprising that the C123 looked absolutely fantastic.

We are pleased to offer this beautifully preserved 1979 230C, which has only 164,647 kilometres on the odometer. The seller is the second owner, the car is garage kept and we have been told that it is only used when the roads are dry.

There are very few C123s in such good condition, so make sure you don't miss the opportunity to make it yours.

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The History and Paperwork 

  • First registered in 1979
  • Two previous owners
  • Vehicle is registered in Germany
  • The current owner has owned it for nine years
  • Vehicle was restored fifteen years ago by the previous owner in Germany
  • 164,647 kilometres indicated on odometer and declared correct

The Condition

  • Sahara Yellow (673U)
  • Green fabric upholstery (036)
  • Paintwork is in very good condition overall with minimal imperfections
  • No visible imperfections on the chrome
  • The underbody looks extremely well maintained, which confirms that this is a vehicle that has always been garaged and only used on dry roads
  • The seller informs us that the tyres still have 70-75 per cent of the tread remaining
  • Original Mercedes-Benz Baroque alloy wheels
  • The upholstery, door panels, headlining and floor mats are beautifully preserved and we have been informed that they are original

The Mechanics

  • M115 four-cylinder 2,307 cc petrol engine with carburettor
  • Four-speed automatic gearbox with column-mounted lever
  • The seller informs us that the engine and gearbox run smoothly with no problems to report
  • We are informed that the brakes are very effective
  • The seller informs us that he has covered only 1,000-1,200 kilometres during the nine years this car has been in his ownership
  • Everything in the engine compartment is in good condition
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Vehicle specification
  • Year 1979
  • Make Mercedes
  • Model 230 230 C
  • Colour Yellow
  • Odometer 164,647 Kilometres
  • Engine size 2307
Auction Details
  • Seller Type Private
  • Town Gioia del Colle
  • Country Italy
Bidding history
2 bids
  • exercit•••• €2,500 29/04/24
  • Saabina €1,000 24/04/24
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