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Mercedes Benz W124 500E (1992)

Mercedes Benz W124 500E (1992), only 43,203 km, original condition, complete maintenance history

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Manufacturer
Model
W124 500E
Year
1992
Transmission
Automatic
Horsepower
326
Milage
43.203 km
Country Version
JP
Location
DE-70736 Fellbach
Color
Blue-black metallic
Type of auction
With reserve
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Mercedes Benz W124 500E (1992)

Vehicle description

An original Mercedes-Benz 500E (W124) from 1992 is for sale in a blue-black metallic color combination with anthracite leather.

Highlights

  • Highly sought-after color combination
  • Only 43,203 km mileage – documented by Japanese Shaken reports
  • Second-hand
  • The car was newly ordered by the Mainz branch and first delivered to Japan
  • Original condition – no modifications, no tuning (only the headlights had to be replaced for the German TÜV – the original ones are included and could be converted for right-hand traffic so that they can be reinstalled)
  • Complete maintenance history including recent service in Germany
  • Unusually good condition inside and out
  • Engine runs smoothly, no leaks, no extraneous noises
  • Transmission shifts smoothly, without jerking or jolting
  • The brake hoses have been replaced as a preventive measure
  • The car has been professionally reconditioned inside and out

General information about the vehicle

  • Year of manufacture: 1992
  • First registration: Japan
  • Location: DE-70736 Fellbach
  • Number of vehicle owners: 2
  • Accident-free
  • TÜV: 03/2027
  • H license plate
  • Ready to drive, but currently not registered

Model history

The Mercedes-Benz 500E was developed in cooperation with Porsche and assembled exclusively in Zuffenhausen. With its 5.0-liter V8, wide body, and high level of standard equipment, it is the most powerful production model in the W124 series. This 500E is an excellently preserved example with exceptionally low mileage—ideal for collectors and connoisseurs.

Facts

Exterior & interior:

  • Exterior color: Blue-black metallic (color code 199U)
  • Interior: Anthracite leather (271) – extremely well maintained, only minimal signs of wear
  • Repainting: Door and rear right fender have been repainted – most likely for cosmetic reasons. There was no structural damage – cosmetic repainting (often only with clear coat) is typical in Japan
    Front right fender may have been repainted, but this cannot be determined with certainty. Again, no structural damage.

Engine and transmission:

  • Engine: 5.0-liter V8 engine with 326 hp
  • Transmission: Automatic
  • Last service: 2025 in Germany (all filters, oils, spark plugs, etc.)

Mileage:

  • 43,203 km
  • Mileage verifiable

Documentation:

  • Complete service history
  • All original Shaken test reports available
  • German TÜV and H report
  • Last service documented in German

Tires, bodywork, and underbody:

  • Tires: New (Dunlop SP Sport 01)
  • Bodywork: Very good condition, only minimal signs of wear
  • Underbody: Very good original condition, no rust known

Please view the photo gallery to get a comprehensive impression of the condition of the vehicle.

Known defects:

  • This is a top-of-the-line vehicle in very good condition. There are no known defects

Please view the photo gallery to get a comprehensive impression of the condition of the vehicle.

Summary:

This is a very original Mercedes-Benz W124 500E in the coveted color combination of blue-black metallic with anthracite leather. This 500E impresses with its exceptionally good condition, which is due to its very low mileage of 43,203 km, its fully documented service history, and the fact that it has only had two owners. Such an original and well-maintained 500E is hard to find today. A major service was carried out in 2025, so the Mercedes is ready to drive. A vehicle with high collector's potential, ideal for enthusiasts and lovers of the W124 series.

If the seller is a private individual, the vehicle is always sold without warranty. The description of this auction has been made to the best of the seller's knowledge. The condition of this vehicle is based on the opinion of the seller and may differ from your own opinion. The description and photos are for reference. Kickdown does not guarantee the accuracy of the listing and recommends a viewing. The seller decides whether a viewing can be made. Bidders must satisfy themselves as to the accuracy of the description and make all necessary inquiries before placing a bid. For this purpose, please use the comments and questions section for additional information. Please read our terms and conditions for more details.

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Questions and Comments

  • TomTom1-avatarTomTom1
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    18.11.2025 20:58

    Technik: Im Angebot der W 124-Limousinen nahm der 500 E, der 1990 auf dem Pariser Autosalon vorgestellt wurde, von Anfang an eine Sonderstellung ein. Daimler Benz ließ die notwendigen Umkonstruktionen der Rohkarosserie für die Aufnahme des 5-Liter-V8-Motors aus dem SL (M 119 E 50), des deutlich größeren Antriebsstrangs und des Fahrwerks von Porsche vornehmen, weil die eigenen Ingenieure zu dieser Zeit mit der Entwicklung der neuen S-Klasse des Baumusters W 140 ausgelastet waren. Der 500 E wurde dann auch im Porsche-Werk 1 in Stuttgart-Zuffenhausen montiert. Der Hauptgrund dafür war ein Problem der Fertigungsstraße für den W 124 in Sindelfingen: Die gegenüber den anderen W 124-Modellen 5,6 cm breitere Karosserie des 500 E passte an drei Stellen nicht hindurch. So einigte man sich mit Porsche, auch die Montage in Zuffenhausen durchzuführen. Dazu lieferte Daimler-Benz die meisten Teile für die Karosserie an Porsche, wo sie unter Verwendung weiterer Teile von Zulieferern sowie Teilen, die Porsche selbst herstellte, montiert wurden. Porsche stellte z. B. die Vorderkotflügel her, die aus Serienkotflügeln entstanden, in die die Verbreiterungen eingeschweißt wurden. Die komplettierte Karosserie wurde anschließend per Lkw nach Sindelfingen geschickt und dort lackiert. Die Endmontage und Motorbestückung fand wieder in Zuffenhausen statt. Schließlich wurden die fertigen Fahrzeuge zur Endkontrolle und Abnahme erneut nach Sindelfingen transportiert. Die Herstellung eines 500 E dauerte 18 Tage. Mit der Modellpflege 2 wurde der 500 E in E 500 umbenannt. Dieses für beide Seiten vorteilhafte Arrangement, mit dem Mercedes-Chef Werner Niefer sein Fertigungsproblem löste und gleichzeitig die Porsche AG unterstützte, kam auf Vermittlung des damaligen Ministerpräsidenten Baden-Württembergs Lothar Späth zustande. Die Montage des exklusiven 500 E bescherte dem Zuffenhausener Sportwagenbauer, der zu dieser Zeit in einer Absatzkrise steckte und finanzielle Probleme hatte, eine bessere Auslastung seiner durch die Krise zu gering genutzten Fertigungskapazitäten. LG Tom

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