Description
An excellent and well-cared for example of an early Mercedes-Benz W124 300CE with the sought-after oil based paint. A much loved, weekend classic car in immaculate condition, used very sparingly in the past. An honest example with no chassis rust and original paint (no respray job). Just four former keepers (the fourth was a Mercedes specialist who held it for a few months in stock). FSH and maintained, regardless of cost. Genuine Mercedes alloys and is also sold with the original steel wheels and factory hub caps. Next MOT due (i. e. expiry date) 14/ 04/ 2025 Full service history.
The car has always been garaged in my ownership in a secure, dry garage and used on special occasions. The previous owner to myself also had the car in a dry, secure garage and, judging by the pristine condition of the interior, exterior, running gear and engine, it is obvious that this car has been pampered and well-cared for throughout its life so far.
Please note: this Mercedes-Benz W124 300CE is highly original and has not been modified or customized, which highlights the old saying "something is only original once". Any inspections welcome. Viewing by appointment only. First to see will buy.
With a little TLC, this gem of the last of the 1980s W124's could become a show car of concours standard, especially in the originality department.
Vehicle registered: 12/ 09/ 1988
This car comes with
• Air conditioning
• Alarm
• Alloy wheels
• Central locking
• Electric door mirrors
• Electric windows
• Height adjustable driver’s seat
• Power steering
• Original Blaupunkt (Bosch Group) Model: Toronto SQR 48
• Remote central locking
• Three sets of keys
• Two alarm fobs
After 40 years (2028), the Mercedes becomes eligible for historic status which gives it tax exemption, ULEZ exemption, Congestion Zone exemption and MOT exempt (albeit, obviously you would always want to MOT the car).
More photographs to follow
Please note: in addition to being in the maintenance and service schedule booklet, all documentation/ invoices for the below service history and maintenance history is comprehensive and complete and included in the car's folder (see photographs).
06/ 09/ 1988 Pre-Delivery Inspection
Rivervale of Reading Limited, Richfield Avenue, Reading, RG1
Mercedes-Benz Main Dealership
04/ 10/ 1988 Inspection Mileage: 411
Rivervale of Reading Limited, Richfield Avenue, Reading, RG1
Mercedes-Benz Main Dealership
20/ 02/ 1989 Service Job Mileage: 5955
Rivervale of Reading Limited, Richfield Avenue, Reading, RG1
Mercedes-Benz Main Dealership
06/ 09/ 1989 Maintenance Mileage: 11, 395
Rivervale of Reading Limited, Richfield Avenue, Reading, RG1
Mercedes-Benz Main Dealership
13/ 08/ 1990 Service Job Mileage: 18, 500
Riverdale of Reading Limited, Richfield Avenue, Reading, RG1
Mercedes-Benz Main Dealership
12/ 06/ 1991 Maintenance Mileage: 23, 639
Riverdale of Reading Limited, Richfield Avenue, Reading, RG1
Mercedes-Benz Main Dealership
02/ 07/ 1992 Service Job Mileage: 29, 199
Garage Not Specified
19/ 07/ 1993 Maintenance Job, Renewal of brake fluid
Mileage: 35, 224
Hughes of Beaconsfield, Station Road, Beaconsfield, HP9
Mercedes-Benz Main Dealership
12/ 07/ 1994 Service Job Mileage: 41, 595
Hughes of Beaconsfield, Station Road, Beaconsfield, HP9
Mercedes-Benz Main Dealership
02/ 05/ 1995 Maintenance Job Mileage: 49, 158
Hughes of Beaconsfield, Station Road, Beaconsfield, HP9
Mercedes-Benz Main Dealership
05/ 03/ 1996 Service Job. All oils changed including auto box and back axle, brake fluid, new front pass, front hub repacked, fuel filter, renewal of brake fluid Mileage: 54, 646
Hughes of Beaconsfield, Station Road, Beaconsfield, HP9
Mercedes-Benz Main Dealership
10/ 07/ 1997 Service Job Mileage: 64, 386 Hughes of Beaconsfield, Station Road, Beaconsfield, HP9
Mercedes-Benz Main Dealership
19/ 11/ 1996 Maintenance Job Mileage: 60, 339
Hughes of Beaconsfield, Station Road, Beaconsfield, HP9
Mercedes-Benz Main Dealership
05/ 03/ 1999 Service Job, renewal of brake fluid Mileage: 738, 893 Hughes of Beaconsfield, Station Road, Beaconsfield, HP9
Mercedes-Benz Main Dealership
24/ 06/ 1998 Maintenance Job Mileage: 72, 230
Hughes of Beaconsfield, Station Road, Beaconsfield, HP9
Mercedes-Benz Main Dealership
First to see will buy02/ 03/ 2000 Maintenance Job Mileage: 79, 213 Hughes of Beaconsfield, Station Road, Beaconsfield, HP9
Mercedes-Benz Main Dealership
31/ 08/ 2000 MOT Mileage: 86, 306
Hughes of Beaconsfield, Station Road, Beaconsfield, HP9
Mercedes-Benz Main Dealership
09/ 07/ 2001 Service Job Mileage: 86, 817
Hughes of Beaconsfield, Station Road, Beaconsfield, HP9
Mercedes-Benz Main Dealership
Date not specified Recharge A/ C, new aerial, rectify oil leaks, full service Mileage: 86, 839
Hughes of Beaconsfield, Station Road, Beaconsfield, HP9
Mercedes-Benz Main Dealership
21/ 03/ 2002 Service, new rear tyres Mileage: 91, 728
Hughes of Beaconsfield, Station Road, Beaconsfield, HP9
Mercedes-Benz Main Dealership
09/ 07/ 2002 Maintenance Job Mileage: 93, 898
Hughes of Beaconsfield, Station Road, Beaconsfield, HP9
Mercedes-Benz Main Dealership
01/ 04/ 2003 Service Job Mileage: 97, 040
Hughes of Beaconsfield, Station Road, Beaconsfield, HP9
Mercedes-Benz Main Dealership
15/ 07/ 2003 Maintenance Job Mileage: 100, 409
Greenoaks, Slough
Mercedes-Benz Specialist Garage
01/ 12/ 2003 Service Job Mileage: 103, 021
Greenoaks, Slough
Mercedes-Benz Specialist Garage
12/ 01/ 2005 Maintenance Job Mileage: 111, 211
Biggerstaffs Garage, Green End, Sarratt, Hertfordshire, WD3
Mercedes-Benz Specialist Garage
09/ 02/ 2006 Service Job Mileage: 114, 048
Biggerstaffs Garage, Green End, Sarratt, Hertfordshire, WD3
Mercedes-Benz Specialist Garage
24/ 03/ 2007 Service Job Mileage: 117, 337
Biggerstaffs Garage, Green End, Sarratt, Hertfordshire, WD3
Mercedes-Benz Specialist Garage
18/ 02/ 2008 Service Job Mileage: 120, 215
Biggerstaffs Garage, Green End, Sarratt, Hertfordshire, WD3
Mercedes-Benz Specialist Garage
24/ 03/ 2009 Maintenance Job Mileage: 123, 443
Biggerstaffs Garage, Green End, Sarratt, Hertfordshire, WD3
Mercedes-Benz Specialist Garage
19/ 03/ 2011 Maintenance Job Mileage: 128, 229
Biggerstaffs Garage, Green End, Sarratt, Hertfordshire, WD3
Mercedes-Benz Specialist Garage
At this point, the service book is full, however, the service and maintenance has carried on and is recorded in a comprehensive folder of invoices (included in car's file). Please refer to photos of car's file contents (e. g. MOTs, invoices, service book, car owners manual, radio manual and miscellaneous documentation). Included is an original car specification document which adds a lovely touch to the authenticity of the comprehensive paperwork.
Additional Works Carried Out:
ACR Huke & Co. Ltd, 54 Queensway, Hemel Hempstead, Mercedes-Benz Specialist Garage
07/ 05/ 2008 Replace head lining
Biggerstaffs Garage, Green End, Sarratt, Hertfordshire, WD3
Mercedes-Benz Specialist Garage. Additional works carried out as follows.
02/ 05/ 2006 Exhaust x 3, mountings
23/ 09/ 2006 2 coil springs
02/ 10/ 2006 2 sensors
10/ 04/ 2007 Belt and oil
09/ 04/ 2009 Brake discs, brake pads
27/ 10/ 2010 Service, plugs, air filter, oil filter, washer, oil
02/ 05/ 2012 Service, fitting part, spark plugs, oil filter, oil, washer, water pump, coolant.
31/ 08/ 2013 Service, plugs, oil filter, washer, oil.
Works carried out at Around The Benz (ATB), Mercedes-Benz Specialist Garage, Unit 20, Rudford Industrial Estate, Ford, West Sussex, BN18. The technician is ex-main-dealership, where he worked for several years and then started his own business. Works are listed below.
05/ 01/ 2013 Investigate cutting out, make various adjustments
27/ 11/ 2014 Cap, rotor, injectors, seals, spark plugs, fuel filter, cannister, ignition lead set - all parts above replaced.
23/ 09/ 2015 Oil filter, engine oil, antenna plate, drag link, engine mounts, rear bumper rail, lower wishbone, remove and replace rear bumper inset, replace both engine mounts, replace steering drag link, replace o/ s / f lower wishbone, carry out engine oil and filter change.
11/ 10/ 2016 Oil filter, engine oil
16/ 11/ 2017 Brake pipe section, make up and replace brake piping on both rear sections, brake fluid change.
13/ 02/ 2019 Wheel bolts
15/ 07/ 2019 Replace aerial unit, A/ C service - remove and replace A/ C comp, low pressure and high pressure valves, level check and adjust.
01/ 12/ 2020 Remove and paint air filter cover, bulb, check and adjust levels, tyre pressures.
25/ 01/ 2021 Replace after investigation o/ s/ r brake caliper, pin set, replace rear brake pads, bleed air from brake system, road test.
Works carried out during my ownership (2021 to present)
• Air conditioning recharged (19/ 04/ 2021)
• Interior lights for electric window switch on passenger side changed
• Speedometer illumination light changed
• Rod assembly on suspension (06/ 04/ 2022)
• Original touch up pens purchased and the Mercedes was treated to a session of valeting and detailing (these will be included when you purchase the car) (30/ 06/ 2022)
• Exhaust manifold, gaskets and bolts replaced using genuine, original Mercedes parts
• Spark plug change (12/ 03/ 2023)
