Beschreibung
26th Jul, 2023 13:00
Pavilion Gardens | Buxton, Derbyshire
1990 Mercedes-Benz 300 CE 'AMG Hammer'
Estimate
£6, 000 - £8, 000
Lot details
Registration No: H891 JDB
Chassis No: WDB1240502B325411
MOT: T. B. A
AMG Hammer Evocation with bodykit, dual exhaust pipes, and AMG style wheels
UK-supplied, right-hand drive example
Rated as ‘excellent’ condition throughout by the vendor
Entered from a private collection
Introduced in 1986, the Mercedes-Benz E-Class (W124) is still renowned for its engineering integrity and superb build quality. A monocoque chassis design equipped with beautifully balanced coil-sprung suspension (wishbone front / multi-link rear), nicely weighted power-assisted steering and responsive four-wheel disc brakes, it was propelled by a generous selection of petrol and diesel engines. Available in saloon, estate, coupe and convertible guises, the vast majority were specified with automatic transmission. An early flagship for the range, the 300CE exhibited notably sure-footed handling thanks to its forward-biased 53:47 weight distribution. Credited with 177bhp and 188lbft of torque, its 2962cc SOHC straight-six powerplant reputedly enabled the pillarless four-seater to accelerate from 0-60mph in 8. 5 seconds and on to 137mph. Belying its performance potential, the two-door coupe was blessed with elegant yet understated styling and a cosseting interior.
Amongst AMG’s pre-merger hierarchy, the 300 CE 6. 0 AMG ‘Hammer’ is considered by many to be one of the most desirable models. Mercedes-Benz clients looking for an all-out performance alternative to an otherwise mundane automobile could take their W124 to AMG and replace its factory six-cylinder engine with a fire-breathing V-8. With 5. 0, 5. 6, and 6. 0-litre engine swaps available, the model to have was of course the 6. 0-litre, quad-cam 32-valve V-8. Capable of producing 375 bhp and 400 foot-pounds of torque, the sprint from a standstill to 100 km/ h was quoted as being five seconds flat, leading to a top speed of over 300 km/ h. Only twelve 300 CEs were fitted with the 6. 0-litre engine, with the most recent selling for $761, 800 at auction in 2022.
Manufactured new in 1990, the 300 CE offered was supplied new to the United Kingdom, being registered new on the 21st of December that year. Finished in Schwartz Black paintwork from the factory, the 300 CE has complementary Pearl Grey leather interior upholstery with Walnut trim. Uprated into a AMG Hammer Evocation at some stage of its life, the Mercedes features the AMG Hammer style body kit which includes an AMG front splitter, flared wheel arches, AMG rear bumper, AMG front spoiler, AMG badging front and rear, dual exhaust pipes, and the AMG style wheels. Having covered some 155, 000 miles, the Mercedes-Benz is offered with maintenance history (much with main dealers), a current V5C document, and is due to be offered with a fresh MOT in time for sale. Rated by the vendor as ‘excellent’ throughout (regarding bodywork, paintwork, engine, gearbox, electrical equipment, and interior trim), with genuine AMG Hammers making six-figure sums at auction, this Evocation looks great value.
