Highlights
- Attractive car in Pearl Blue with darker Sacco Planks and beige interior
- Very well kept with large history file and regular servicing
- Lots of recent work including welding and new wheels and tyres
- Practical, spacious and economical four-seat convertible
- MOT to January 2026 with no advisories
The Appeal
The Cabriolet version of Mercedes’ highly regarded W124 is a spacious, practical four-seat alternative to the firm’s SL models and one that brings all the multifold benefits of one of the greatest saloon cars ever built.
The exquisite engineering and quality are in strong evidence with this highly preserved and well-looked-after 1994 E220. Finished in rare Pearl Blue metallic with darker ‘Sacco Planks,’ bumpers and roof and a beige leather cabin, it looks resplendent in the sun. There are more powerful A124 models, but these cars were never about buzzy, high speed progress, and the E220 is a good choice if you want fair performance and decent economy.
The vendor acquired the car in 2019 and has looked after it well. There is a lengthy list of maintenance below, over and above continuing the regular servicing that the history file shows it has enjoyed throughout its life. Recent work has included new wheels and tyres, replacement ABS ECU, suspension repairs and welding.
The car comes to market in great working order with a lengthy MOT to January 2026 containing no advisories. This car looks perfect for a summer continental touring holiday.
The vendor says:
“While the 220 engine isn't built for speed, this car isn’t about racing—it’s a stylish cruiser for sunny days. As the 1990s fade into history, this car is gaining more attention for its looks and rarity. At 31 years old, it’s a genuine conversation starter and a car you can enjoy while knowing it won’t lose value.
“This is the perfect vehicle for summer cruising to the beach, heading out to dinner, or attending local car meets with family and friends—all in style and comfort.”
History and Paperwork
- First registered 20th September 1994
- 8 former registered keepers
- Current keeper since February 2019
- Purchased from a local private seller
- MOT valid until January 2025 with no advisories
- Comprehensive service history with regularly stamped service book to 2016 as shown
- Numerous maintenance receipts and invoices as shown
- Comes complete with all original manuals, service booklet and both keys
- Supplied with factory warning triangle, jack, tool roll (some tools missing) and unopened medical kit
- V5C in the current keeper’s name
- Two keys
Work since 2019:
- Replacing the rear window motors
- Undertaking various welding repairs
- Installing new sun visors and other trim
- Replacing ball joints and front suspension components
- Replacing driveshaft bearings
- Fitting new wheels and tyres
- Replacing the throttle body and accelerator mechanicals
- Replacing the ABS ECU
- New battery
Mercedes-Benz Datacard:
- Vin Wdb1240622c144037
- Model E220ca
- Engine 111960 22 060645
- Transmission 722428 03 535269
- Order Number 0 4 537 34157
- Order Location Great Britain
- Interior Leather - Beige (265)
- Paint 1 Pearl Blue Metallic (348u)
- Approx. Build Date 1994-05
- 240 Outside Temperature Indicator
- 283 Draft Deflector
- 291 Airbag For Front Passenger
- 300 Storage Box In Front Tray
- 341 Additional Blinker Lamps
- 362 Rhd Vehicles As Per Ec Regulations (Control Code)
- 420 Automatic Transmission 4-Gear
- 461 Instrument With Miles Ind. And English Legend
- 524 Paintwork - Preservation
- 570 Folding Armrest, Front
- 600 Headlamp Wiper/Washer
- 613 Headlamp Left-Hand Traffic
- 620 Vehicles With Catalyst Technique
- 652 8-Hole Light Alloy Rims
- 668 Mode Of Packing Ve Iii With Styropor Bumper Rails
- 744 Dark Blue Soft Top Fabric 5010
- 833 Additional Parts For Great Britain Vehicle Version
- 873 Seat Heater For Left And Right Front Seats
The Condition
- Light Pearl Blue metallic blue paintwork in very good condition as shown
- Darker side panels and bumpers
- Paintwork, panels and bumpers show very light signs of age in photos
- These include minor scuffs and a smattering of stone chips to the front
- Bodywork is very straight and well kept with only minor points to note in photos
- This includes a small area of light corrosion to the wing top as shown
- New dark blue mohair hood that works perfectly, according to the seller
- Beige hood headlining is well-kept with light marks to note
- Recently replaced 16in eight-hole factory alloys with matching spare, the latter showing age
- Matching Avon tyres in good order with plenty of remaining tread
- Underside in good order for age with no structural advisories on recent MOT
- Welding work undertaken since vendor acquired the car
- Spacious four-seat layout with large boot
- Beige leather interior appears in very good order with some age to note in photos
- Light creases and small cracks to some seat areas as shown
- Carpets, door cards and trim in good order with no reported issues
- Veneers present well with very minor delamination to note
- Highly original interior with some recent updates using correct parts
- Replacement sun visors, correct seatbelt arms and triangles since 2019
- Period-correct CD player and radio with auxiliary input installed
The Mechanics
- 2,199cc M111 4cyl fuel injected engine
- 4spd 4G-TRONIC automatic gearbox
- Vendor reports it "drives and runs brilliantly"
- Recent maintenance summarised above
- Well maintained car as shown in photos
- No reported running or driving issues
- No advisories on current MOT
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