Highlights

Desirable seven-seat specification and 185bhp engine combination
Only four registered keepers from new
Low mileage for year
Well-maintained throughout its life
Long MOT to February 2026
Practical classic family load-lugger

The Appeal

It took Mercedes-Benz a while to get behind the idea of a luxury load-lugger, but by the W124, it had gone all in. These beautifully engineered, capacious load luggers could also double as early MPVs thanks to their seven-seat layout.

The M103 3L 185bhp engine is arguably the one to have because it blends durability with fair economy and decent performance. This Arctic White 300TE adds an appealing factory specification, including 16in ‘Gullideckel’ alloys, hardwearing blue fabric seats, cruise control and a sunroof.

It has had just four keepers from new and the mileage is low for the year. The condition is tidy for a 36-year-old car with some minor points to note in photos. This is a usable car that would be perfect for family or workhorse duties, with scope to improve if you wish.

The solid condition and good running order is confirmed by a recent MOT that runs to February 2026.

The vendor writes:

"It's in lovely working order. Starts without issue and runs smoothly. We absolutely adore this car, and the children love the back-facing seats in the rear. It's a wonderful car that our children's nanny had and she's no longer with us so making space for a Pagoda."

The History and Paperwork

First registered 8th September 1989
Factory built July 1989
Four registered keepers from new
HPI clear
V5C in current keeper’s name
Some invoices and receipts as shown
Service book as shown
MOT to 14th February 2026 with advisories to note
118,213 miles showing on MOT and showing 118,218 miles in photos

The Condition

Original Arctic White (147) paintwork in fair condition for age with areas to note
Paintwork is generally presentable with some light marks to note in photos
Bodywork is well kept for a 36 year old car with some localised areas to note
These include corrosion to offside front arch, nearside rear ‘dogleg’ and below offside rear light
Front bumper shows scuffs to nearside corner and front
Rear number plate plinth is damaged
Underside appears to be in good order with no structural advisories on last MOT
Optional ‘Gullideckel’ alloy wheels in good condition with some aging
Tyres appear to be in good condition with plenty of remaining tread
Blue fabric (072) interior with seven seat layout including folding rear-facing seats
Front and rear seats in very well kept condition typical of this hardwearing fabric
Luggage nets to rear of front seats are sagging as shown
Rear facing seat is well kept but would benefit from a valet to remove some staining
All seats fitted with seatbelts
Blue carpets are well kept with some aging to boot area and footwells protected by factory over mats
Zebrano wood veneers to dashboard in good condition with light wear to note up close
Fitted with a Panasonic CD player as shown
Switchgear well presented and reported to work correctly
Headlining in good condition with some light marks
Steel sliding sunroof with electric operation working correctly and well kept outside and in
Door cards, dashboard and other trim items are well kept with light marks to note
Car is fitted with cruise control from factory
Photographs indicate a couple warning lights as shown
No reported malfunctions with lights or electrics

The Mechanics

2,961cc M103 185bhp straight six engine
4spd 4G-TRONIC automatic gearbox
No reported running or driving issues
Minor advisories to note on current MOT

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