Highlights
- A very well equipped wagon, boasting an impressive Avantgarde specification
- Very well maintained, with excellent mechanical health, and full service history
- Presented in fantastic condition for the vehicle’s age, reflecting plenty of care
- Powered by a 5L V8, and equipped with the highly desirable 7-speed automatic gearbox
- Offered with just four former keepers
The Appeal
As the third generation of E-Class, the W211 sits beautifully in the Mercedes-Benz lineup, offering impressive technology, with a very classy profile. This E500 does of course stand towards the top of its range, boasting a very capable 5L V8, the highly desirable 7-speed automatic gearbox, and a huge array of features and comforts.
In addition to offering such a desirable specification, the vehicle also reflects fantastic previous maintenance, with an impressive history file, and excellent mechanical health to suit. With just four former keepers and a very well-preserved overall condition, this would make a superb daily driver, a classy weekend toy or a mightily capable touring wagon.
The History and Paperwork
- First registered on the 22nd of April, 2004
- Cherished by the current keeper since February 2018
- Enjoyed by just four former keepers, with a respectable 106k on the clock
- Reflects excellent maintenance, with complete service history to show
- Includes stacks of previous invoices, previous MOT certificates, original handbooks, the current V5C document and even the original bill of sale
- Comes with a very long MOT, until February 2025
- More than ready to be enjoyed by the next lucky keeper
The Condition
- Finished in Cubanite Silver, with a gorgeous cream interior
- Features an updated rear high spoiler, front grille, and bumper cover
- Offers an excellent exterior finish, with only very minor age-related marks to show
- Includes an additional spare set of the fitted 18” AMG alloy wheels, and a selection of over-mats
- Reflects excellent care, with a very well-preserved interior, showing only the slightest signs of expected wear
- Fitted with new sills and treated to an underside renovation in 2018, with photographic records
- Presented in fantastic condition for its age, reflecting plenty of care over the years
The Mechanics
- Powered by a 4966cc V8, paired with the desirable 7-speed automatic gearbox
- Offers plenty of power, an incredibly comfortable ride, sport modes, and rather reasonable fuel economy when driven steadily
- Tastefully enhanced with K&N air filters, for greater air-flow
- Fitted with a Remus rear twin-pipe exhaust, providing a delightful yet subtle V8 soundtrack (the original components will also be included with the sale)
- Recently fitted with a new offside lower front steering linkage ball joint
- Very well maintained, with extensive service history to show
- Recently serviced at 106,706 miles, in January 2024
- Runs and drives beautifully, with only the current MOT advisories to note
- Ready to enjoy, with a very long MOT until February 2025
Summary
The W211 E-Class represents fantastic value for money in today’s market, offering a bounty of comforts and technology, Mercedes-Benz signature build quality, and classy styling in a neat package. This 2004 E500 in Avantgarde specification arguably stands towards the very top of its class, not only boasting the 5L V8 and 7-speed automatic gearbox, but also excellent maintenance history, a brilliant overall condition, and a thoroughly enjoyable drive.
Whether you’re looking to tour Europe, fancy a lavish weekend toy or seek an opulent daily driver, this 2004 Mercedes-Benz E500 Avantgarde is a superb option.
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