One Owner Mercedes S124 220TE Auto 7 Seater - £SOLD - RG2

Owned from new by one owner, who purchased this from Mercedes-Benz Reading back in 1993 for £42k!  I've had a few cars but not a classic Mercedes with this provenance.

Finished in an unusual colour of Rosewood Metallic with Charcoal Cloth Interior.  You don't see many in this colour combination.

This is the rare and sought after 'M111.960' engine, which Mercedes only used for four years between 1992 and 1996 in the W202 C Class and the W124 E Class.  It's a raspy little unit that pulls surprisingly well.

M111.960 / 4 Cylinder / 16 Valve / 150 BHP / 210 nm Torque

Mechanically sound. Starts first time. Idles in correct manner once.  Pulls well through the rev range with no hesitation.  Does not leak and does not overheat.  Slight blow on exhaust, as mentioned on MOT.

The 4 speed automatic gearbox seems fine and changes gear as it should.

Suspension is good and gives the legendary 124-chassis ride, ironing out uneven road surfaces and gliding along effortlessly.  Like I've said about these before, it puts modern and complicated cars to shame.

Brakes are good, stop the car well with no pulling or shuddering.  You can feel some riding under very heavy braking, which appears to be coming from rear brakes.  A new set of rear discs are included in the sale (need to be fitted).

15" '8 Hole' alloy wheels with good premium tyres fitted.

7 Seat Model, with the backward facing two rear seats complete with their own seat belts.

Generally in good condition for the year and cleans up well.  Front wings have some bubbling.  There are a few patches, mainly on the roof where the lacquer has peeled.  A few rust bubbles on the rear tailgate.  There are some scuffs, marks and blemishes around the car, as to be expected of the age.  All for sills are solid, as per the photos.

Interior is all in one piece and has stood the test of time very well.  The legendary 124 build quality shows here.  Seats would benefit from a deep clean and shampoo, but are free from major rips or tears.  Driver's seat bolster has worn and torn, and would need a repair to make perfect.  These cars are very comfortable to sit in, and coupled with the smooth ride, it adds to a relaxing driving experience.

Pretty much everything on this car works.  A/C does not wok.  The OSR passenger window needs a new regulator, which is supplied with sale.

This is a perfectly useable daily driver classic Mercedes.  It is 26 years old, however, and not brand new or perfect. Plenty of outfits around who will sell you mint examples for over £10k, if that's what you are after.  For the money, it's probably the best for sale!  Not many of these left, especially in this colour combination.

Comes with: 4 Original Keys, Original Mercedes-Benz Folder, All User Manuals & Booklets, Folder with Bills and Old MOT Certificates, Haynes User Manual, Spare Front Indicator Lenses.

Located in Shinfield, Berkshire, RG2 Post Code - Please call me on 07984 395400.