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Hello everyone,
It is with regret that I am selling my 1995 Mercedes C124 E320 CE (N), showing 145, 000 miles on the clock. This car has had 4 owners. It is fitted with an electric sunroof, four working electric windows, air conditioning and manually adjustable seats, and comes with two keys. The MOT is valid for another year.
The car was bought non-runner from the well-known garage 187 Automotive in Wales, due to the recurring wiring loom issue on this model. Since acquiring it a few months ago, I have carried out a major restoration.
After stripping the car completely, I discovered hidden corrosion in several areas that are typically affected. I therefore decided to go through everything in depth.
Here is the work carried out since purchase:
** 1. Bodywork and corrosion treatment**
- All rusted areas have been cut out and repaired.
- All jacking points have been cut out and replaced with repair pieces.
- The rear subframe mounting points have been replaced.
- The inner rear wheelarches have been cut out and replaced.
- Two small repair panels have been welded into the inner front wings.
- The rear right anti-roll bar mount has been repaired.
- Both side compartments of the boot have been repaired.
- Most of the repair panels used come from TRABHAN.
The car is now free of corrosion and has received a full underseal protection treatment.
** 2. Running gear and steering**
All suspension and steering components have been replaced with new parts. A full four-wheel alignment has also been carried out.
** 3. Rear subframe**
- Brand-new rear subframe.
** 4. Braking**
- Several sections of the rear brake lines have been replaced.
- New discs and pads all round.
- New clips and fixing pins.
- New rear handbrake shoes.
- New brake hoses.
- Refurbished brake calipers.
** 5. Fuel system**
- New fuel hoses.
- Main fuel feed line between the tank and pump replaced.
- New fuel pump and filter.
** 6. Engine service**
- New air filter.
- Engine oil and oil filter changed.
- New fuel filter.
- Six new spark plugs.
- New viscous fan clutch.
** 7. Interior and equipment**
- Carpet re-dyed black.
- Beige interior in good condition.
- Matching half-wood steering wheel from a C140.
- All speakers replaced with upgraded units.
- Kenwood head unit.
- New electric aerial.
- Central locking pump replaced.
- New rear window.
- Personalised number plate included in the sale.
** 8. Exterior and styling**
- 18-inch Monoblock replica wheels with new tyres.
- AMG replica bodykit fitted.
- Full respray in original Azurite Blue.
- Rear silencer removed in favour of twin exhaust outlets.
- New front centre grille.
- Front wing flares fitted.
- New front indicators and side repeaters.
** 9. Suspension**
The car has been lowered using new MTS Technik coilovers and Eibach springs.
** 10. Wiring loom**
- Brand-new engine wiring loom.
** WORK STILL TO BE COMPLETED**
1. Fit the front fog lights into the bumper.
2. The air conditioning needs attention.
3. The seatbelt surrounds need regluing to the rear door cards (a recurring issue on this model).
4. The centre wood trim has a few cracks.
I can simply say that this car has been a real labour of love, but it is now time for it to go to an owner who will appreciate it fully, look after it and ideally keep it in a garage.
As noted, a few minor jobs remain to bring it up to 100%. However, the car drives remarkably well. If you are after a more comfortable ride, I would possibly recommend replacing the coilovers, as the suspension is currently quite firm.
The engine and gearbox run perfectly and offer very smooth operation. No overheating issues and no abnormal noises when driving.
Since being put back on the road and passing its MOT, the car has probably covered fewer than 500 miles.
I also have the original bumpers and sills, along with the original eight-hole wheels, which will also be supplied with the car.
** Service history:** partial history, as the vehicle was off the road for certain periods. The service book is present.
For any questions or further information, please do not hesitate to get in touch.
Thank you for taking the time to read my advert!
