300E 4Matic

[m.wakeford23]

Afternoon
I am new to the world of Mercedes so be gentle with me.:mrgreen:
I am considering a 300E 4matic as a practical classic. Could any body give me some advice on this. I have been offered a 1990 with 137k miles with full service history and all original MOT's

Mike

 

[Bolide]

The 4WD part of a 4-Matic is problematic at this age. I'd steer well clear of it

If you want an early W124, and want something a little out of the ordinary, I'd search out a 300 24-valve, with a 5-speed auto if possible

If you want a late car a 280 or 320, again with a 5-speed auto if possible, is a great thing to smoke around in

It's very easy to buy cheap W124s but be faced with bills of over £1000 in the first year. Do your research. Caveat emptor

Nick Froome
www.w124.co.uk

 

[jberks]

I'd take that advice - if anyone knows the 124, Bolide does!

 

[telletubby]

Maybe its also worth adding that W124 4-matics in many guises are great gas guzzlers.