Beschrijving
FOR SALE: A time warp W124 estate, 3 owners and just 30k miles from new.
EQUIPMENT
Electric tilt and sliding sunroof (412), 4-speed automatic transmission (420), Electronic locking differential (467), Retractable dog guard and load cover (541), Front folding armrest (570), Front and rear electric windows (584), Heat-insulating glass all round (593), Baggage rack (722), Burred walnut trim (731), Transverse roof bars, Spare wheel, Spare key, Blaupunkt cassette radio, Mercedes overcast.
EXTERIOR
With just 30k miles covered in 27 years, the Mercedes presents superbly throughout. As you would expect with such mileage there are very few imperfections to note, which is even more impressive considering the paintwork is largely original all-round. Being an earlier example the car features very retro looking amber indicators and the two-tone paint scheme of Nautical Blue Metallic (929) with Aquamarine Blue Metallic (341) trim. Both front and rear bumpers are free from any unsightly scuffs or dents, and all light clusters are clear without cracks or moisture damage.
INTERIOR
The grey cloth fabric remains in exquisite condition showing no signs of major use. The seat upholstery is free from any of the usual sagging or worn bolsters, as is the chunky armrest. The well-appointed cabin features unmarked burl wood trim laced across the centre console and door cards, an electrically operated sunroof, and the factory-fitted Blaupunkt stereo. All the switchgear is still pleasingly solid to operate, and all features work just as they should. Other heavily used items such as the steering wheel and gear knob still retain a fresh texture. The carpets are protected in the foot-wells by a set of unworn Mercedes overmats. The vast boot space houses the optional third row seats, offering seating for up to seven people. When not in use, this row of seats fold down into the recess that otherwise serves as a foot-well.
ENGINE & TRANSMISSION
The E-Class is equipped with the Mercedes-Benz 2. 3-litre inline-4 engine. Beneath the bonnet the engine bay is particularly clean and tidy with no signs of corrosion or poor repair to be found. On test the 4-speed automatic gearbox feels smooth and seamless to operate, pulling through the gears with ease.
WHEELS, TYRES & BRAKES
The Mercedes sits on 15-inch wheels covered by stylish factory-correct hubcaps. They all remain in excellent order with a no major scuffs or cracks to be found. The wheels are shod in a set of quality Continental tyres. The brakes feel strong and do an excellent job of pulling the car up quickly in a straight line.
HISTORY FILE
The E-Class was first registered in May 1990. Portfield of Chichester supplied the car new to the first owner who kept it until 2010, covering a mere 5k miles in his twenty years of ownership. The car is still present with its original dealer-supplied number plates and rear window sticker. It has now had just three keepers from new and remains an excellent early example of the timeless and now sought after W124 Mercedes.
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