The W123 was the sort of car Mercedes-Benz excelled at in the 1970s and 1980s. Designed and built by engineers, with market forces a decidedly secondary factory, it found buyers across the globe who valued its no-compromise approach to quality and reliability.
Much of the car's appeal lay in there being a W123 to suit virtually anyone, from economy-conscious diesel buyers to those more in search of an executive rocketship.
This smart 230E sits somewhere in between, offering a decent turn of speed with the economy of the firm's four cylinder powerplants. It is nicely specified, including a rare manual gearbox.
Just released from a renowned enthusiast's extensive Mercedes-Benz collection, this is a great looking car W123 with the added advantage of historic vehicle status from April 2024. 1 static 08.jpg1.25 MB
The History and Paperwork
The vehicle has a current MOT
VIN records show that this car was despatched on 14th September 1982 as a Pakistan market car
Current owner since 6th September 2021
The indicated mileage is 119,000 miles (not believed to be accurate)
Complete service history documented in a full vehicle file
Bodywork, interior, mechanical and paintwork conditions range from good to excellent
As a January 1983 registered vehicle it should qualify for historic vehicle status from April 2024
The W123 has enduring appeal with enthusiasts as an example of the firm working at its peak and because these cars are so usable. Good, well specified W123s with desirable engine specifications are particularly sought after because many are now ULEZ compliant and tax and MOT exempt.
This 230E certainly falls into the former categories thanks to its smart colour scheme and 2.3liltre motor. From April 2024 it should also tick the remaining boxes, giving the buyer quite a dilemma: enjoy it as a daily or save it for the weekend?
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