Highlights

322bhp V8 developed and built by Porsche
Claimed former FBI vehicle with unique provenance
Features unique FBI-fitted pursuit features we are told
Garaged stored since 2025 when bought by seller
Recently imported from the USA with duties and taxes paid

The Appeal

When Mercedes saw the M5's success, it wanted a piece of the action. With its own engineers busy creating the $ 1 billion W140, the firm turned to Porsche for help. The result was the W124 E500, a 322bhp V8-engined super saloon. Porsche developed and engineered it using the big M119 5L V8 and fitted it with sports suspension and heavy-duty brakes. Production was moved to Porsche’s own factory because its 56mm wider track was too much for Mercedes' own factory. Each one was largely hand-built and took 18 days from start to finish.

The E500 then has fine pedigree. This USA-market 194 car goes even further, because we're told that this stealthiest of super saloons was used by the FBI to discreetly track mafia suspects. These cars are ideally suited to high mileage, and despite this one having been used and enjoyed, its silver metallic paintwork and beige leather cabin all present well.

The vendor bought the car in 2025 and says European duties and taxes have been paid. Local registration is pending. The car is said to run and drive well with no faults. For those seeking an E500 with a story unlike any other, this is a compelling proposition.

Key Information

Mileage: 161,344 miles (stated as correct by the vendor)
Country of registration: USA, European duties and taxes paid
Technical inspection status: no current certificate
Technical specs: 5.0-litre V8, five-speed automatic
Paperwork: no specific documentation detailed beyond the claimed FBI provenance

The Detail

Silver metallic paintwork in good overall condition with some age typical of mileage
Some scuffs and marks to note such as on sill trims
Jacking points and undersides as shown in photos
Fitted with AMG ‘Monobloc’ alloys with Pirelli tyres
Beige leather interior with dark walnut veneers in good condition for mileage
Some age to note to interior fittings typical of age and mileage
Featured original Mercedes stereo and sliding steel sunroof
Vendor states the vehicle starts immediately and runs like clockwork
Engine, gearbox, brakes and drivetrain components are all reported to be in order
Reported to have been garage-stored and kept dry throughout
No reported accident history according to seller
Vendor reports no known defects

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