Highlights
- In same family from new
- Vast, fully documented history file
- Highly preserved, factory standard car
- Always garaged from new
- One of the best we have seen
The Appeal
The world of everyday classic motoring is fuelled by cars like this. It is a timewarp W123 that has been in the same family from new. Always garaged and continuously maintained - amassing a huge history file - it is in truly superb condition.
The 230E neatly blends economy and modern performance - there is 124bhp on tap - so this stylish cream example could be easily pressed into daily duties. Or perhaps a long classic road trip. Either would be a chance to relish its originality and state of preservation. Despite being used regularly throughout its life, it looks like it only recently rolled out of the showroom. The bodywork is in very good order and the interior is glorious. Both indicate the quality of materials and the care of its keepers. This is one of the best W123s we’ve seen in a while. One not to miss.
The History and Paperwork
- First registered 14th June 1983
- Has remained in same family from new according to seller
- Two registered keepers
- Current keeper since April 2014
- Large history file as shown in photos
- This includes full servicing and MOT records for 40 years
- Registered as a Historic Vehicle so tax, MOT and ULEZ exempt
- Last MOT expired in November 2020 with advisories
- 3 sets of keys as shown
- Factory sales brochure
- Factory manuals and service books as shown
- Always garaged from new according to seller
- ‘DAD’ registration shown in photos not included in sale
The Condition
- Largely original light ivory paintwork in very good order for age and usage
- Paintwork remains bright and shining with only minor points to note in photos
- There is a small chip on one wing top as shown
- Bodywork is similarly well kept with recent work to rear arches to note, brand new panels used for rear arches
- Vendor reports that the car is free of dents, scratches and scuffs
- Minor bubbling below front screen and base of nearside front door as shown
- Sunroof panel in good order with surround appearing free of corrosion
- Rubber seals generally well kept with some deterioration of rear screen seal
- Steel wheels with body colour chrome hub caps in very good condition
- Fitted with Kumho tyres that show good sidewall condition and remaining tread
- Chromework is well-kept with bright finish and appears to be devoid of tarnish
- Front and rear bumpers are straight and appear to be damage-free
- Underside presents well in photos with advisories to note from last MOT
- Beige cloth interior in highly preserved condition - it looks virtually new
- Light-coloured seats show no obvious staining to front and rear areas
- Headlining, carpets, boot lining and door cards all very well kept
- Carpets are clean throughout and protected by original factory floor mats
- Dashboard shows no obvious cracks and contains dials and switchgear in good order
- Zebrano wood veneers to dashboard and console in very good order
- Retains its original Blaupunkt Melbourne radio cassette player
- Specification includes manual windows and electric steel sliding sunroof
- Supplied with original factory tool kit and unused first aid kit as shown
The Mechanics
- 2,299cc fuel injected 124bhp M104 4cyl engine
- 4spd automatic gearbox
- Engine described as smooth and agile by seller
- No reported running or driving issues
- Well-maintained car with large history file as shown
- We are told the car has been regularly serviced throughout its life
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