Mercedes-Benz 320 w124 E320 Estate 1995
General description :
Equipment
Azurite Blue Metallic paintwork, Mushroom leather upholstery, 15-inch 8-hole light alloy wheels, 5-speed automatic transmission, Automatic climate control air conditioning, Electric sunroof, Electric front seats, Folding front armrest, Burred walnut interior trim, Leather steering wheel and gear shift knob, Headlamp washer system, Front airbags, Electric windows, Rearward facing seats in leather, Mercedes overmats, Spare overmats, Infrared remote central locking, Spare remote key, Spare wheel, Mercedes first aid kit, Roof bars.
Exterior
Azurite Blue with Mushroom leather, a magnificent colour combination well suited to the elegant 90s lines of the 124 estate. Previously the subject of a full repaint to a high standard the car presents in great mileage-defying condition, and mechanically it’s spot-on too. The bodywork has just been treated to a full detail and machine polish revealing a lustrous swirl-free paint finish with only a few small chips and defects to note on close inspection. All the lights and trims remain in fine order and the original 8-hole alloy wheels are unmarked. Not a concours example but a much loved E320 in excellent driving condition.
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Interior
The airy 124 interior presents in lovely original condition, a real testament to the superb fit and finish that Mercedes of this era are so well known for. The Mushroom leather seats remain in very good order with only light patination in commonly worn areas; the same is also true of the steering wheel and gear knob. The cabin is lifted further with lashings of walnut trim, a large electric sunroof, and original Mercedes overmats which are all really clean been covered over with another spare set. Desirable factory options include full Mushroom leather upholstery, automatic climate control AC, rearward-facing seats, and the rare 5-speed automatic transmission (4-speed was standard).
ENGINE & TRANSMISSION
The 3.2-litre straight six is as smooth as ever. The car has just returned from an independent inspection by our trusted classic car specialists who were unable to find any mechanical issues. Reading through the paperwork it’s clear to see that the car has been well cared for by each of its 4 keepers. The current owner of 8 years is a Mercedes-Benz enthusiast who has driven and enjoyed the estate for over 61k miles. During his custodianship he has spent an eye-watering £30k on maintenance and cosmetics to include a full cylinder head refurb, gearbox overhaul, new fuel pumps, rear suspension spheres, regular servicing, and the all-import wiring loom replacement. The underside of the car has also received significant attention so she’s ready to be enjoyed for many years to come.
History File
This attractive E320 Estate was first registered in October 1995. It has now driven 174k miles in the hands of only 4 registered keepers and having been serviced by the same Mercedes master technician since 1999 it has a very unique maintenance history. The current enthusiast owner has really kept on top of things and has spent around £30k on the car during his 61k miles of use. The last service was done in September 2023 at 171k miles, and for the new keeper’s peace of mind a fresh mechanical inspection has just been carried out. We have all driven the car and can certainly vouch for how well it drives.
The accompanying history file comprises the original Mercedes-Benz document wallet and handbooks, the fully stamped service book, a thick raft of invoices and MOT certificates, original sales literature, a fresh HPI report, and a spare remote key. The recorded service history is listed below along with some recent major maintenance items.
11/01/1996 at 2,084 miles – Mercedes-Benz – service26/07/1996 at 8,345 miles – Mercedes-Benz – service29/01/1997 at 17,536 miles – Mercedes-Benz – service16/06/1997 at 26,605 miles – Mercedes-Benz – service19/02/1998 at 37,713 miles – Mercedes-Benz – service13/02/1999 at 44,240 miles – Mercedes-Benz specialist – service16/10/1999 at 48,727 miles – Mercedes-Benz specialist – service16/09/2000 at 53,358 miles – Mercedes-Benz specialist – service10/11/2001 at 58,365 miles – Mercedes-Benz specialist – service12/10/2002 at 62,533 miles – Mercedes-Benz specialist – service05/11/2003 at 64,591 miles – Mercedes-Benz specialist – service15/11/2004 at 67,686 miles – Mercedes-Benz specialist – service12/03/2006 at 70,527 miles – Mercedes-Benz specialist – service14/12/2007 at 76,081 miles – Mercedes-Benz specialist – service04/06/2011 at 83,103 miles – Mercedes-Benz specialist – service27/03/2012 at 85,283 miles – Mercedes-Benz specialist – service18/05/2016 at 113,552 miles – Mercedes-Benz specialist – service incl. brake fluid25/07/2016 at 115,000 miles – Mercedes-Benz specialist – new wiring loom17/10/2016 at 117,544 miles – auto transmission specialist – gearbox overhaul08/02/2017 at 120,236 miles – Mercedes-Benz specialist – new rear exhaust box26/06/2017 at 122,892 miles – Mercedes-Benz specialist – service19/04/2018 at 128,943 miles – Mercedes-Benz specialist – cylinder head refurb incl. service03/04/2019 at 138,002 miles – Mercedes-Benz specialist – service 09/11/2019 at 143,830 miles – Mercedes-Benz specialist – new fuel pumps22/07/2020 at 146,881 miles – Mercedes-Benz specialist – service 22/10/2021 at 156,948 miles – Mercedes-Benz specialist – service incl. brake fluid15/09/2022 at 162,187 miles – Mercedes-Benz specialist – service incl. gearbox02/02/2023 at 164,386 miles – Mercedes-Benz specialist – all-new coil packs and plugs19/09/2023 at 171,511 miles – Mercedes-Benz specialist – service 07/03/2024 at 174,000 miles – Mercedes-Benz specialist – rear suspension spheres
1995 Mercedes-Benz 320 w124 E320 Estate is listed for sale on ClassicDigest in Hampshire by 4Star Classics for £9995.
Car Facts
Car type : Car Make : Mercedes-Benz Model : 320 w124 Model Version : E320 Estate Engine size : 3.2 Model Year : 1995 Sub type : Station wagon Location : Hampshire Vehicle Registration : Undefined
9995 £
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Safety innovations became a hallmark, with Béla Barényi's patented safety cell design in the "Ponton"-models in 1951, featuring front and rear crumple zones. The W116 450SEL 6.9 saw the introduction of the Anti-Lock Brake system (ABS), another pioneering safety feature. From the first production airbags and beyond, the legacy of "firsts" continued to be etched into the fabric of Daimler-Benz.
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One luminary figure who left an indelible mark was Béla Barényi, often heralded as the "father of passive safety" for his pioneering work in safety engineering. His patented safety cell design, featuring front and rear crumple zones, became a hallmark of Mercedes-Benz's commitment to occupant safety, setting new standards that reverberated throughout the automotive world.
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