Highlights
- Will be sold with new 12 months MOT
- Well specified and maintained car
- Desirable 215bhp 3.2litre model
- Handsome black on black trim
- Recent check over
- Great example of these stylish 4 seater convertibles
The Appeal
In many respects the Mercedes-Benz A124 convertible might just be the perfect classic. Impeccable Stuttgart build quality, luxury specification, space for four with the top down and a particularly relaxed and comfortable approach to the business of getting from A to B.
Of the vast array of models, the E320 is arguably the one to have. The highly regarded M104 straight six engine delivers a healthy 215bhp, enough to equip the car with effortless form. The bigger engined cars like this one also got higher specifications, including full leather and tasteful walnut veneer accents.
Finished in handsome ‘triple black’ - black paintwork, roof and leather interior - this E320 has been looked after by its handful of keepers. Much of its recent life has been spent in the warm climes of Barcelona, which no doubt explains the bodywork’s high state of preservation. The service history tells a similar story, showing regular maintenance.
The vendor acquired the car 18 months ago and is only selling due to lack of use. The car was fully serviced when he bought it - including oils and filters - and subject to a thorough check over. This resulted in the heater matrix and battery being replaced and work to one of the window motors.
The last MOT test showed no advisories and confirms the sparing use. The car will usefully be sold with a fresh MOT, further underlining the attractive provenance of this well kept four seater convertible.
The History and Paperwork
- 118,515 miles indicated
- Original book pack and current V5C present
- Current MOT valid until 17th August 2024 with no advisories
- Will be sold with a fresh MOT
- Five former registered keepers
- UK-supplied right-hand drive example
- Accompanied by a collection of invoices and a well-stamped original service book
- Serviced and checked over by independent garage at 118,000 miles when vendor acquired car 18 months ago
- Acquired from known previous keeper who used the car mainly in Barcelona
- This keeper retained the car for many years
- Service book shows 9 stamps, five from main dealers and 4 from independent garages
- Vendor advises that the car was also maintained in Barcelona but these records are missing
The Condition
- Black (04OU) paintwork/Black (261) leather upholstery in good condition
- Hydraulic folding soft top operating correctly and in smart condition
- Heated front seats with electric function
- The OEM eight-hole alloy wheels present well overall with some light marks around the edges
- Tyres in good condition showing plenty of remaining tread
- Factory wind deflector included
- Upgraded Alpine stereo with sub woofer fitted in boot
- Burr walnut veneers in very good condition with only minor mark to note on console cover
- Roof operates correctly with recent attention to window motors
- Current vendor has not used air conditioning so it should be considered untested
- All interior fittings work correctly except driver’s seatbelt ‘butler’
- No structural advisories on last MOT and will be sold with new MOT
The Mechanics
- M104 straight six fuel injected 3,199cc 215bhp engine
- Automatic 4spd gearbox with sequential shift options
- Limited-slip differential
- Vendor reports that the ASD functions correctly but light occasionally comes on over bumps
- Few miles since last service in 2023 which included a general vehicle check over
- Well maintained car with regularly stamped service book
- New heater matrix and battery fitted when vendor acquired car in March 2023
- No mechanical or running gear advisories on last MOT and will be sold with new MOT
- Vendor reports that the car drives very well with no issues to report except those above
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