Sold for £7,312
(including buyers premium)
Registration No: K592 RLK
Chassis No: WDB1240282B946097
MOT: December 2026
The Mercedes-Benz W124 range was produced from 1985 to 1997 and reaffirmed Mercedes-Benz’s reputation for engineering excellence. The range encompassed various models and body styles, all of which ranked among the foremost offerings in the medium-sized executive car class. The models were built with a multitude of advanced features, such as the eccentric windscreen wiper which cleared almost the entire screen, and they were extremely aerodynamic, with some variations having a drag coefficient as low as 0.28 Cd. The 124s were also notable as the first Mercedes with the famous “manhole cover” alloy wheels. All were built with multi-link rear suspension, but self-levelling suspension was optional. During the 1980s, Mercedes planned to use DOHC engines across its entire range, and this technology reached the 124s in 1992. Thus, the 280E was introduced with a short-stroke, 2,799 cc six-cylinder petrol engine, enjoying considerably more power and torque than the 2.6-litre, SOHC 260E it replaced.
This wonderful 280E is resplendent in its original colour scheme of Nautic Blue with Grey leather upholstery, and was registered new on April 7th, 1993, to BT Group Motor Transport at 1508, Coventry Road, Birmingham. It proceeded through a total of five keepers until 2004, when it was acquired by the current registered keeper. It was built to a very desirable specification, with original features including the light alloy seven-hole wheels, electric sunshine roof, electric windows and door mirrors, front armrest, and leather-covered steering wheel and gear knob.
Showing just 100,000 miles from new, this Mercedes has always received regular maintenance, as testified by the fourteen service stamps, of which eleven were issued by Mercedes dealers. The most recent was performed by a marque specialist at 99,446 miles. Besides the service book, the complete book pack is present, and so are the original tool roll and first-aid kit. The sound system has been upgraded and is now a Kenwood KDC 3051 system, while recent maintenance has included fitting new front springs, rear shock absorbers, and a battery. It has a most impressive MOT record and is sold with a certificate valid until December, plus old certificates and assorted invoices.
For more information, please contact:
Paul Cheetham
paul.cheetham@handh.co.uk
07538 667452
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