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1995 Mercedes-Benz E220 Cabriolet A124
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Highlights
- Full service history, mainly with Mercedes-Benz specialists
- Excellent conditioned mohair roof
- Supremely well-preserved throughout
- Rare right-hand drive cabriolet: one of 789 sold in the UK
- MOT valid until April 2025
The Appeal
Often cited as one of the last Mercedes-Benz passenger cars to boast tank-like build quality, the W124's design was overseen by the legendary Bruno Sacco. Upon launch, it was one of the most technologically advanced cars of its day. Numerous body styles were offered, including a convertible, providing a proper four-seat alternative to the firm's concurrent R129 SL.
Just 789 A124 were sold in the UK and here we have one of those cars. This E220 Cabriolet has to be one of the best surviving examples. We're informed that it began life in Chelsea and came with several optional extras including a 6 CD multichanger, twin illuminated vanity mirrors and metallic paint. It comes with full service history and its original book pack.
The E220's condition is a testament to its lifetime of careful ownership, and the vendor has continued to garage the car. Indeed, this is why it's now offered for sale as the vendor is losing their dry storage.
With an MOT valid until April 2025, this E220 is ready to be cherished by a new custodian.
Just 789 A124 were sold in the UK and here we have one of those cars. This E220 Cabriolet has to be one of the best surviving examples. We're informed that it began life in Chelsea and came with several optional extras including a 6 CD multichanger, twin illuminated vanity mirrors and metallic paint. It comes with full service history and its original book pack.
The E220's condition is a testament to its lifetime of careful ownership, and the vendor has continued to garage the car. Indeed, this is why it's now offered for sale as the vendor is losing their dry storage.
With an MOT valid until April 2025, this E220 is ready to be cherished by a new custodian.
History and Paperwork
- UK market RHD example
- 139,625 miles indicated
- Six former registered keepers
- MOT until 14th April 2025
- Full service history, mainly with Mercedes specialists
- Previously owned and garaged by a Mercedes-Benz enthusiast
- Purchased by the current owner in 2022
- Extensive paperwork file available
- Original service book
- Numerous supporting invoices
- V5C present
- Loss of garage is the reason for reluctant sale
The Condition
- A very straight and bright example
- Mohair roof in fantastic condition and reportedly operating well
- Good panel alignment and door shut lines all round
- The vendor notes a small chip to right-hand side at the rear which has been carefully touched up
- Minor scratch to offside mirror
- Nearly new tyres
- Superb original interior with little in the way of wear
- Original upholstery and carpets in very good condition with minimal wear
- DIN CD stereo fitted
- Very well preserved walnut trim
- Smartly presented luggage compartment
- All features, including seatbelt "butlers" and heated seats are reportedly functional
The Mechanics
- 2.2-litre (2,199cc) M111 l4
- Automatic transmission with 4 gears
- This 16-valve unit was originally rated at 148bhp and 155Ib-ft torque
- New head gasket fitted approximately 4,000 miles ago
- The vendor comments that the engine idles nicely, "purrs", and pulls through gears smoothly
- Fuel-efficient for its engine size and performance
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