Winning bid
£24,000

1982 Mercedes-Benz C123 280CE

Highlights

  • Only 1 previous registered keeper from new
  • The most remarkable service history with detailed records dating back to 1982
  • 30 MOT certificates included in the history file
  • Original purchase invoice to Mr. B Kheng Lim (Director of Overseas Union Bank Ltd) 
  • Every single service invoice and MOT since day one
  • Recent service and maintenance including fuel pump and gearbox service
  • 47,000 warranted miles from new!
  • Incredible condition inside and out 
  • Stylish Lapis Blue Metallic DB932 with complementary DB934 Dattel elour Trim
  • One of the very best we have ever seen 

The Appeal

Pillarless styling, impeccable engineering and build and powerful six cylinder engines. No wonder the C123 coupe is popular. These cars make great road trip wheels, perfect for classic car tours and events. 
Owners tend to respect all those qualities, so buyers have the pick of good examples. But perhaps none are quite as good as this one. Finished in handsome Lapis Blue metallic with a well kept beige velour interior, it is a low mileage, two-keeper car with a truly remarkable service and maintenance file. 
The result is one of the best C123s we’ve seen in recent times. It is the top specification 2.8litre model with some desirable options including electric windows all round, cruise control and an steel sliding electric sunroof. 
This car is a real treat for anyone who likes their classic cars sumptuous, relaxing, cossetting and in very, very good condition. 

History and Paperwork

  • Registered on 25th May 1982 
  • One previously registered keeper from new
  • Current registered keeper since June 1999
  • Registered on plate MYL451X
  • MOT valid until July 2024
  • Incredible history file dating back to it's first year of manufacture, including PDI and original purchase invoice
  • Incredible service history with every single service invoice and stamp for it's entire life, detailed records summarised below
  • Full MOT breakdown below
  • All work by specialists including Alan Day, GM AutoTech, PJ Kerley Motor Engineer, CBF Service Centre and Cathedral Garage
  • Most recent service on 27th February 2024 at 47,321 miles by GP Auto Design
  • This work included a new fuel pump and gearbox service
  • Eligible for Historic Vehicle status by age so MOT, tax and ULEZ exempt 
  • Current MOT to 26th February 2025 with no advisories and 47,371 miles on test 
Maintenance and service records:
  • Service 24/05/1982 - PDI - MB Alan Day Ltd
  • Service 02/06/1982 - 770 Miles - MB Alan Day Ltd
  • Service 11/03/1983 - 2,126 Miles – MB Alan Day Ltd
  • Service 19/12/1983 - 3,700 Miles - MB Alan Day Ltd
  • Service 18/12/1984 - 5,107 Miles - MB Alan Day Ltd
  • Service 16/12/1985 - 6,301 Miles - MB Alan Day Ltd
  • Service 10/01/1986 - 6,769 Miles - MB Alan Day Ltd
  • Service and brake fluid change 17/12/1986 - 7,896 Miles - MB Alan Day Ltd
  • Coolant change 01/03/1988 - 9,755 Miles - MB Alan Day Ltd
  • Service and coolant change 25/04/1989 - 11,186 Miles - MB Alan Day Ltd
  • Coolant change 25/04/1990 - 13,067 Miles - MB Alan Day Ltd
  • Service 11/04/1991 - 14,690 Miles - MB Alan Day Ltd
  • Spark plugs replaced 22/04/1992 - 16,333 Miles - MB Alan Day Ltd
  • Service, coolant and brake fluid change 19/04/1993 - 18,075 Miles - MB Alan Day Ltd
  • Service 21/03/1994 - 19,886 Miles - MB Alan Day Ltd
  • Service 18/04/1995 - 21,710 Miles - MB Alan Day Ltd
  • Service 15/04/1996 - 23,787 Miles - MB Alan Day Ltd
  • Brake fluid change 15/04/1996 - 23,787 Miles - MB Alan Day Ltd
  • Service and coolant change 18/04/1996 - 23,787 Miles - MB Alan Day Ltd
  • Service 13/05/1997 - 26,133 Miles - MB Alan Day Ltd
  • MOT 02/04/1998 - 27,594 Miles - MB Alan Day Ltd
  • Service 17/08/1998 - 29,266 Miles - Miles & Miles Ltd
  • Service 24/05/1999 - 30,337 Miles - Martin Eaton Ltd
  • 01/06/1999 - 2nd Owner 08/05/2000 - 33,744 Miles
  • MOT 10/08/2000 - 36,770 Miles - 6,000 mile service
  • Service 16/05/2001 - 38,374 Miles - GM AutoTech
  • MOT 11/08/2001 - 39,325 Miles – Auto Technic London
  • Service 25/05/2002 - 40,714 Miles- GM AutoTech
  • Service 17/05/2003 - 41,947 Miles – GM AutoTech.
  • Service parts 13/07/2004 - 42,669 Miles – GM AutoTech.
  • MOT 27/06/2005 - 44,400 Miles – PJ Kerley Motor Engineer
  • MOT 12/07/2006 - 44,604 Miles - PJ Kerley Motor Engineer
  • MOT 05/07/2007 - 44,918 Miles - PJ Kerley Motor Engineer
  • MOT 24/07/2008 - 45,070 Miles - PJ Kerley Motor Engineer
  • MOT 29/07/2009 - 45,321 Miles - PJ Kerley Motor Engineer
  • MOT 28/07/2010 - 45,386 Miles - CBF Service Centre
  • Stainless steel exhaust system 29/10/2010 by Power and Performance
  • MOT 12/07/2011 - 45,567 Miles – CBF Service Centre
  • MOT 12/07/2012 - 45,742 Miles –CBF Service Centre
  • MOT 17/07/2012 - 45,742 Miles - CBF Service
  • Service brake fluid change 10/07/2013 - 45,959 Miles - CBF Service
  • Service 07/07/2014 - 46,092 Miles - CBF Service
  • Service 15/07/2015 - 46,178 Miles - CBF Service
  • Ball joint suspension 20/07/2016 - 45,576 Miles - CBF Service
  • Gearbox service 18/07/2017 - 46,673 Miles - CBF Service
  • MOT 20/07/2018 - 46,770 Miles - CBF Service
  • MOT 17/0/2019 - 46,864 Miles - CBF Service
  • MOT 28/07/2020 - 46,933 Miles - CBF Service Centre
  • MOT 23/07/2021 - 47,021 Miles - CBF Service Centre
  • Brake service 19/07/2022 - 47,038 Miles - Cathedral Garage
  • MOT 31/07/2023 - 47,085 Miles - Cathedral Garage
  • Service 27/02/2024 - 47,321 Miles - GP Auto Design, fuel pump and gearbox service
MOT Records:
  • 10/08/86     6769  miles
  • 11/04/91     14692  miles
  • 18/04/96    23797  miles
  • 13/05/97   26133  miles
  • 17/08/98   29266  miles
  • 08/05/00  33744  miles
  • 16/05/01   38374  miles
  • 25/05/02  40714  miles
  • 25/05/03  41947  miles
  • 13/07/04  42669  miles
  • 27/06/05  44400  miles
  • 13/06/06   44604  miles
  • 05/07/07  44918  miles
  • 24/07/08  45070  miles
  • 29/07/09  45321  miles
  • 28/07/10  45386  miles
  • 12/07/11  45667  miles
  • 17/07/12   45742  miles
  • 10/07/13  45959  miles
  • 07/07/14  46092  miles
  • 15/07/15   46178  miles
  • 28/07/16  46576  miles
  • 18/07/17  46673  miles
  • 20/07/18   46770  miles
  • 17/07/19  46854  miles
  • 28/07/20  46937 miles
  • 23/07/21  47071  miles
  • 19/07/22  47038  miles
  • 27/02/24  47371  miles 

The Condition

  • Highly preserved and original car in smart Lapis Blue (932U) metallic 
  • Paintwork is very well kept with few signs of age or use across exterior 
  • Bodywork similarly well kept with straight panels and good arches and sills 
  • Underside is very good with no structural advisories on current MOT 
  • Impressive beige velour interior in well kept order with barely any patina 
  • Fitted with steel wheels with painted body colour hub caps 
  • Quality Yokohama tyres fitted all round 
  • All controls, switches, and instrumentation function as expected
  • High specification includes electric windowsand sunroof and cruise control, all operational 
  • Safety features such as the heated rear screen and headlight wash wipe are in working order

The Mechanics

  • 2,746cc six cylinder fuel injected engine 
  • 4spd automatic gearbox
  • Very detailed service history showing regular and fastidious maintenance 
  • Brakes recently serviced at 47,038 miles
  • Serviced in February 2024 at 47,321 miles 
  • Steering and suspension components, including ball joints, maintained in good condition
  • Cooling system and exhaust system, including a stainless steel exhaust, are in fine fettle
  • Recent gearbox service and fuel pump replacement 
  • Long MOT with no mechanical or running gear advisories 
  • No reported running or driving issues 


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We request that a non-refundable fee  be paid if you are the lucky winning bidder at auction or if your offer is accepted Please refer to our helpful FAQs and T&Cs for specific rates. 
This vehicle is “Sold As Seen”, on an “As Is Where Is’ basis and without warranty. Photos and descriptions are solely for guidance purposes and it's customary to carry out a full inspection of the vehicle prior to purchase for your own peace of mind. 
✓ VAT is included in the buyer's deposit. VAT may or may not be included in the final bid or offer price, as specified in the listing. 
We want a smooth transaction just as much as you do and as such we run all UK-registered cars and motorbikes for sale on Car & Classic through an online HPI check to verify that they show no insurance database markers for damage or theft, and have no finance owing, allowing you to bid with confidence. 
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Auction Details

  • Year1982
  • MakeMercedes
  • Model280
  • ColourBlue
  • Odometer47,000 Miles
  • Engine size2746cc
  • Seller TypePrivate
  • CountyBuckinghamshire
  • CountryUnited Kingdom
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