1995 Mercedes-Benz E220 Cabriolet           Registration N...

Hammer

£7,500

1995 Mercedes-Benz E220 Cabriolet          

Registration Number: M189 TMS
Chassis Number: WDB1240622C191164
Recorded Mileage: c.135,000 miles

- Subject to a body restoration in 2012 to the cost of c. £5,000
- New mohair hood fitted in 2014
- History file including stamped service book

Launched in 1985 as a replacement for the successful and long-running W123 series, the mid-size Mercedes-Benz W124 range built on its predecessor's reputation for thorough design and meticulous construction, while adding a welcome dash of driver appeal to the recipe. The model's typically sophisticated design of multi-link rear suspension resulted in an excellent handling/ride compromise, while its drag coefficient of 0.28 was one of the lowest of any car on sale at the time. The line-up of petrol engines ranged in size from 2.0 to 5.0-litres, with diesel versions from 2.0 to 3.0-litres. Though initially only available in Saloon guise, the offering was gradually expanded to include an Estate and Coupe. The two-door Cabriolet was the final addition, being offered with a 3.2-litre (E320) six-cylinder engine from 1991. A 2.2-litre (E220) version was added to the mix two years later. The pair remained in production long after their Saloon and Estate siblings had been replaced, until the launch of the CLK Cabriolet in 1998. The Cabriolets sold well throughout production, being almost unique in the market as full four-seaters.

Registered on 1st January 1995, finished in Malachite Green with a matching green convertible roof, tan leather interior and wood trim, this refined convertible Mercedes has covered now in the region of 135,000 miles, supported by a history file and Mercedes book pack.

The E220 benefits from a cosmetic refurbishment in 2012 at a cost exceeding £5000, with a replacement roof by specialist Pete Lenton at a cost of £1,065 in 2014. Additional works around this time included a full exhaust system, rear brake calipers, pads and other items at a cost of £1,410. The original service book records a number of stamps from Mercedes-Benz main dealers and specialists. Finished in a stylish colour scheme, a highly usable modern classic convertible which can be enjoyed the whole year around. The Mercedes will be offered with a newly supplied MoT certificate.