New (prospective) member to the MB community

[Sgt-Slow]

Hello all!

Recently I sold my Lexus LS400, and bought a Volvo XC70.

I don't like it. I like older cars. I like super simplicity!

I'm currently on the look out for a nice example of the W124 300TD estate, with factory air conditioning.

If anyone has one for sale, I'd like to hear from you!

Thanks all,

Charles.

 

[LostKiwi]

Hi and welcome.
I too like the older cars but even they can be complex!

 

[Sgt-Slow]

Hi and welcome.
I too like the older cars but even they can be complex!

Nothing even close to modern stuff!

I'm an engineer by trade - a mechanical fuel injected engine is the dream!

 

[John Laidlaw]

Welcome Charles , presume you’ve tried the specialist sellers ?

 

[Sgt-Slow]

Welcome Charles , presume you’ve tried the specialist sellers ?

I am not sure that I have...

Is there a list of 'usual suspects' I should check first?

I have been looking online for a while, but it's highly likely I've missed a few since I don't know the places to find such cars - I am under no illusion they are a bit of a niche market now.

 

[A.J.]

Hi Charles, welcome to the forum. I wish you success in your quest

 

[LostKiwi]

Nothing even close to modern stuff!

I'm an engineer by trade - a mechanical fuel injected engine is the dream!

My 1993 SL has EFi, electronic ignition, memory electric seats, hydraulic roof and vacuum operated locking.... Not exactly simple and it's the same vintage (and based on) as the w124!

 

[John Laidlaw]

I am not sure that I have...

Is there a list of 'usual suspects' I should check first?

I have been looking online for a while, but it's highly likely I've missed a few since I don't know the places to find such cars - I am under no illusion they are a bit of a niche market now.

Indeed might be hard to find...thinking of folks Like
https://www.ccbenz.co.uk/?page_id=14
there will be others around the country which may not have anything specifically now but you can register with ....

 

[Sgt-Slow]

My 1993 SL has EFi, electronic ignition, memory electric seats, hydraulic roof and vacuum operated locking.... Not exactly simple and it's the same vintage (and based on) as the w124!

I know there's cars which do have all of that stuff...

I just love the idea of finding one without most of it. I like old cars and bikes, but sadly, for daily use, must aren't really a practical option.

For me, I can see a diesel W124 estate being a great compromise.

Plus, if I don't pay over the odds, and I keep it nice, depreciation won't be too much either.

 

[Sgt-Slow]

Indeed might be hard to find...thinking of folks Like
https://www.ccbenz.co.uk/?page_id=14
there will be others around the country which may not have anything specifically now but you can register with ....

I just looked at the dealer there... Definitely don't have £20k to spend! I think they might be a bit too nice for my budget!

 

[om613]

Not sure it was on here or ont 'tother side... but I replied to your post about getting a 124 diesel estate and current prices.

Then I recalled that a mate was talking of selling his late, 1995 multi-valve 606 estate last year, so I have emailed him to ask if he did so.
Would possibly be an ideal car for you. Not a shed nor a mint example, but low mileage iirc (130K-ish?) and he's done lots of work on improving it. He would be very realistic, price-wise.
Unlike this one...
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Mercedes...064444?hash=item2887aeb07c:g:bysAAOSwHSBc2nni

When he replies, I'll update this thread.

 

[Sgt-Slow]

Not sure it was on here or ont 'tother side... but I replied to your post about getting a 124 diesel estate and current prices.

Then I recalled that a mate was talking of selling his late, 1995 multi-valve 606 estate last year, so I have emailed him to ask if he did so.
Would possibly be an ideal car for you. Not a shed nor a mint example, but low mileage iirc (130K-ish?) and he's done lots of work on improving it. He would be very realistic, price-wise.
Unlike this one...
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Mercedes...064444?hash=item2887aeb07c:g:bysAAOSwHSBc2nni

When he replies, I'll update this thread.

Ha! I posted about that actual car here and on the PH Bargista thread.

It annoyed me that none of the faults were identified in the advert (and there were many) and wasted my time.

If your friend is serious, I've got cash waiting.

And, he can rest easy selling to another enthusiast owner with a penchant for spending way too much on "preventative maintenance" - I can guarantee I won't be slapping it into a banger race!

 

[om613]

Yes I know you did, hence the 'nice reminder' ad link.

 

[om613]

He's still got it and is keen to sell.
I'll PM you his contact details.

 

[Srdl]

Hi Charles and welcome to the forum. Hope you find a suitable car soon.

 

[Blobcat]

Hello and welcome

 

[Sgt-Slow]

New car day today!

 

[John Laidlaw]

View attachment 55392 New car day today!

That looks lush !

 

[davidsl500]

Welcome, looks a nice buy!

 

[SL63 Mark]

Looks nice