1995 Mercedes-Benz E320 Cabriolet

PLEASE NOTE:

This E320 Cabriolet is fitted with the more desirable 5-speed automatic transmission.

Registration No: N553 XHN
Chassis No: WDB1240662C277670
MOT: July 2024

• First registered in October 1995
• Sportline package
• Just six former keepers
• Covered only 112,500 miles
• Mechanically and cosmetically in exceptional condition
• Recent new hood end roof lining
• Big history file

Launched in 1985 as a replacement for the successful and long-running W123 series, the mid-size Mercedes-Benz W124 range built on its predecessor's reputation for thorough design and meticulous construction, while adding a welcome dash of driver appeal to the recipe. The model's typically sophisticated design of multi-link rear suspension resulted in an excellent handling/ride compromise, while its drag coefficient of 0.28 was one of the lowest of any car on sale at the time. It also featured many items of advanced technology - eg its single windscreen wiper with eccentric pivot, and its exhaust oxygen sensor. The line-up of petrol engines ranged in size from 2.0 to 5.0-litres and diesel ones from 2.0 to 3.0-litres. Though initially only available in Saloon guise, the offering was gradually expanded to include an Estate and Coupe. The two-door Cabriolet was the final addition, being offered with 3.2-litre (E320) six-cylinder engine from 1991. A 2.2-litre (E220) version was added to the mix two years later. The pair remained in production long after their Saloon and Estate siblings had been replaced by the new W210, i.e. until the launch of the CLK Cabriolet in 1998. One of the more sporting variants, the E320 Cabriolet was fitted with an advanced 3,199cc DOHC 24-valve straight-six engine that developed some 216bhp and 229lbft of torque. Admirably refined, the model was reputedly capable of 0-60mph in eight seconds and 140mph. The Cabriolets sold well throughout production, being almost unique in the market as full four-seaters.

This E320 Sportline Cabriolet was first supplied new to the UK, being registered on the 16^th of October 1995. Fitted with the 3,199cc straight-six M104 engine mated to the four-speed automatic gearbox and with the optional air conditioning and Tempomat, the Mercedes-Benz is finished in Tourmaline Green with a Brown mohair hood and complementary Cream leather interior and wood trim. ‘N553 XHN’ has covered approximately 112,500 miles from new and has had only six former keepers, entering current ownership in October 2009. Obviously well-cared for all its life, the Cabriolet presents incredibly well and, according to the vendor, drives and handles very well and could almost pass for a low-mileage example. It’s been subject to much improvement including a new hood and roof lining and the invoices on file, mostly from Mercedes main dealers, show the care that was taken in keeping the car in its present outstanding condition. The original book pack accompanies the car and includes the stamped service book. Also offered with the Cabriolet are two original keys, a history file that comprises a folder with main dealer invoices, a selection of past MOTs, old tax discs and a current V5C.

UPDATE: This E320 Cabriolet is fitted with the more desirable 5-speed automatic transmission.

For more information, please contact:
Julian Pinkster
julian.pinkster@handh.co.uk
07889 223 904