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Winning bid
€7,750

1981 Mercedes-Benz W123 230E Manual

Highlights 

  • 230E, highly original and beautifully preserved
  • Remarkable interior in Palomino fabric, barely used
  • Well maintained with a history dating back to the early days of production
  • MOT valid until September 2029
  • Recently serviced in August 2024

A plus

In the annals of classic saloons, the Mercedes-Benz W123 is a perfect example of durability and excellence. Elegant design, quality engineering and robust construction make it a timeless car, illustrated here by this exceptional example from 1981.

This is a highly original model whose remarkable condition is not the result of little use. With 250,000 km on the clock, this W123 has barely been run in. The bodywork, paintwork and interior suggest a car that has covered far less than that distance. All of which testifies to the build quality of Mercedes cars from the 1980s.

This 230E is equipped with the robust 2.3L four-cylinder engine, mated to a 4-speed manual gearbox, a rare configuration. Carefully maintained throughout its life, it has a well-furnished history file dating back to its beginnings. Purchased by the vendor in 2022, he claims that the car has been 100% reliable, even on long journeys, and has not required any work since its purchase.

Sold with an MOT valid until September 2029, this superb classic is as elegant as it is easy to use. A car made to be driven and enjoyed.
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History and Documents

  • First registered in 1981 in France
  • Registered with a collector's registration card
  • Serial numbers reported as matching
  • Overhauled in August 2024
  • Chassis number: WDB12322310052202
  • The seller indicates a slight difference in the identification number between the car and the documents, due to a data entry error.
  • Full original documentation supplied
  • Acquired by seller in September 2022
  • Good history file dating back to the early days of the vehicle
  • Roadworthiness test valid until September 2029
  • Still stored in a garage by the current owner

General Condition

  • Vehicle preserved in its original condition, with factory paintwork in Light Ivory (623U)
  • Bodywork in excellent condition, with minor signs of wear and use visible in photos
  • Exterior to factory specification with yellow fog lamps for the French market and body coloured steel wheels
  • Chrome, headlights and exterior trim in good original condition
  • The seller reports a faulty right-hand rear light.
  • We are also told that the left front fog lamp is misaligned
  • Exceptionally well-preserved interior in Palomino beige fabric, with very few signs of use
  • Even the most heavily used areas, such as the driver's seat and the floor mat, show few signs of wear and tear
  • Dashboard, controls, door panels and carpets in excellent condition
  • Fitted with a vintage cassette radio
  • Front and rear seat belts
  • Original insulated tinted windows, apparently intact
  • No reported problems with electrics, controls, lighting or instruments

Mechanical

  • 2,290cc, 4-cylinder petrol engine
  • Rare 4-speed manual gearbox
  • Overhauled in 2024
  • Power steering
  • Original tool kit included
  • The seller states that the car starts and drives perfectly without any problems.
  • He says the car is very reliable and suitable for long journeys
  • Deteriorated protective cap on left front suspension ball joint
  • Some minor comments noted on the current MOT
BEFORE BUYING 
This sale is subject to Car & Classic's terms and conditions. By bidding and/or making an offer you also agree to the following:
✓ The seller is registered as a private seller, which means that consumer rights arising from European consumer protection legislation do not apply. However, you are still covered by Car & Classic's terms and conditions.
✓ We ask that a non-refundable fee is paid if you are the lucky winner of the auction or if your bid is accepted. Please refer to our FAQs and terms and conditions for specific fees.
✓ This vehicle is "sold as is", on an "as is, where is" basis and without warranty. Photos and descriptions are for illustrative purposes only and it is customary to carry out a full vehicle inspection prior to purchase for your own peace of mind.
VAT is included in the buyer's deposit. VAT may or may not be included in the final offer or tender price, as specified in the advert.
✓ We want the transaction to go as smoothly as you do, which is why UK-registered cars and motorbikes offered for sale on Car & Classic are HPI checked to ensure they have no insurance database markers for damage or theft, and are not financially pledged, allowing you to bid with confidence.
We also check whether vehicles are registered as written off as part of a total loss at the time the advert is placed on Car & Classic and provide write-off category labels (Cat C/D/S/N) to help you. However, the presence or absence of a label does not guarantee the status of the vehicle and it is always worth carrying out a full vehicle history check before making an offer on it.
Buyers are responsible for the collection or delivery of the vehicle. Importing vehicles may incur additional customs duties and import taxes. If you wish, we can recommend a third party transport company who can assist you. For more details and to speak to the team, email [email protected].
Winning bid
€7,750
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Auction Details

  • Year1981
  • MakeMercedes
  • Model230
  • ColourWhite
  • Odometer251,700 Kilometres
  • Engine size2290cc
  • TransmissionManual, 4 speed
  • Steering positionLeft Hand Drive
  • Fuel typePetrol
  • Seller TypePrivate
  • TownVigoulet-Auzi
  • CountryFrance
  • Auction ends

Bidding history

9 Bids from 8 bidders

Vivian••••
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€7,750
08/04/25
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€6,000
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€5,750
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€5,500
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€5,300
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€5,100
31/03/25
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€5,000
26/03/25
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€1,000
26/03/25
hrvoje.••••
Pre-bid
€100
26/03/25

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