Description
1992 Mercedes-Benz 230TE Seven-Seat Estate
There’s something deeply appealing about a classic Mercedes estate, and this silver 230TE is a particularly usable example. Handsome, beautifully engineered and enormously practical, it has all the reassuring solidity of a W124 with enough space for the whole family — including the wonderfully nostalgic rear-facing third row.
First registered in April 1992, it is powered by Mercedes’ dependable 2. 3-litre petrol engine paired with a four-speed automatic gearbox. The clever seven-seat layout makes it far more versatile than most classics: the two occasional seats fold neatly into the load floor when not required, leaving the huge, flat luggage area for which these estates are famous.
The car has covered approximately 161, 000 miles and is accompanied by a massive history file, packed with invoices and evidence of servicing and maintenance over the years. It also comes with two keys and an MOT valid until June 2027.
Inside, the blue cloth upholstery has survived remarkably well and is complemented by traditional wood trim. The cabin feels wonderfully light and airy, with excellent visibility and that unmistakable sense of quality found in Mercedes-Benz models of this era. A modern retro-style head unit has also been fitted, blending neatly into the period dashboard while adding useful modern conveniences such as USB connectivity.
The silver bodywork remains smart and presentable, with the expected age-related marks and blemishes of an honest, well-used 34-year-old estate. This is not a freshly restored show car, but a genuine and highly usable example that can be enjoyed without being treated like a museum piece.
Whether loaded with children, dogs, luggage or antiques, the 230TE remains one of the most capable and characterful classic estates you can buy. It would make a brilliant family classic, an effortlessly stylish weekend car or simply a distinctive and practical alternative to a modern SUV.
Available to view by appointment at Woodrow Farm.
