prices of e220 convertible w124?

[slik_sly]

im looking for a e220 convertible and a quick search of the autotrader brings up the cheapest one at : 5795 on a M Reg with 126k on the clock? is this reasonable or people asking to much for them?

Also Manual L reg?
Mercedes-Benz E Class E220 2dr Cabriolet 2.2 1994

£8000?

 

[d w124]

Way to much for a 220 and being a manual,it`ll be sitting there for a good while

 

[kth286]

It's down to demand and supply really.


* classy Mercedes convertible that is a proper 4 seater

* still modern to drive.

* excellent parts and service backup

* economical with near 40 mpg cruising potential.

It' what the "whole world wants".

 

[GP801]

Can I ask why do you want a 220? The 320 hardly uses anymore fuel and is much nicer to drive. It is also likely to have many more toys - aircon, elecric seats etc. Unfortunately really good ones fetch strong money. Even ropey ones can go for a lot more than you would think. My impression is that prices are softening though. Some seem to have been for sale for ages.

 

[nickod]

The 220 engine is hugely underrated. ive got both and a well maintained 220 is smooth and quiet and faster than expected. the 320 is much quicker through 30 to 80. correct about the fuel consumption though, there is little difference. the old 300 engine is however super thirsty.
you should get a great condition a220 much cheaper than a great condition a320 although some of the 220 prices being asked are crazy - ive seen 12/13k for 100k milers on pistonheads and autotrader.

 

[w124nut]

im looking for a e220 convertible and a quick search of the autotrader brings up the cheapest one at : 5795 on a M Reg with 126k on the clock? is this reasonable or people asking to much for them?

There are quite a few factors that dictate the price of a convertible namely: time of year to buy/sell, condition of vehicle, specification, mileage and number of owners.

These cars are also coming to an age where serious money may have to be spent if the condition of the vehicle has not been kept up to scratch. From the comments read over the past year or so in the various forums, some vehicles which have been "let go" are being spruced up to catch the eye of the unwary purchaser.

£5795 for a 100,000 mile M reg vehicle may be a bargain if the condition is good whereas another similar vehicle for the same money may be overpriced if body and mechanical work is due.

To answer your question, get it checked out by a trusted mechanic and if found in okay condition, go for it.

 

[WDB124066]

^ Very sound advice! These cars are NOT cheap to maintain properly; with MB-Genuine parts that is. Don't be fooled into thinking OEM parts cars are the real Mckoy. They arn't.

 

[Will]

I don't particularly like the NA M111 engines, they are course and gruff, not refined and smooth like the older four cylinder M102s or the sixes. They also need revving quite hard to make everyday progress which makes them frustrating to drive.

A W124 cabriolet with a 220 IMHO isn't quite going to offer the 'experience' associated with a luxury four-seater cabriolet. It's heavier than the coupé/saloon due to the extra bracing and roof mechanism. You need more torque.

The 320 is worth waiting for - as said, not a great deal more expensive to run, likely to be better specced and far more enjoyable to own

As with many cars like this - you do get what you pay for do a degree, but don't assume that higher mileage/tatty/4-cylinder engined cars are worth almost the same as nicely cared for well-specced 320s just because they look the same!

Look out for a well cared for car at sensible money - you could easily spend a couple of thousand or more bringing a slightly tatty one up to spec - loom, HG, wheel refurb/tyres, rusty wings, roof repairs, servicing work etc.

Coming into the more expensive time of year for cabriolets so you might need to be patient

All IMHO of course

Will

 

[Deleted member 11979]

Can I ask why do you want a 220? The 320 hardly uses anymore fuel and is much nicer to drive. It is also likely to have many more toys - aircon, elecric seats etc. Unfortunately really good ones fetch strong money. Even ropey ones can go for a lot more than you would think. My impression is that prices are softening though. Some seem to have been for sale for ages.

The 320 uses far more fuel than the 220, I get an average of 35mpg from my 220 (I dirve gently) and never got more than 25 from my 320. The 320 is a far nicer car to drive though, but can really hit your pocket with wiring looms, head gaskets (220's also go) and 5 speed autos (if fitted)

With regard to the prices - you can look hard and pick up a reasonable one for around 5k, I bought mine for just over £3k and have spent £1000 tidying and now have a very tidy and usable car with no rust, major signs of wear or faults. I love it.

 

[Dannny]

2015

Hi Guys,
So now that we are in 2015, what's everyone's opinion on values?

Thanks

Danny

 

[dinoy]

demanis higher now command better prices than newer clk models and shells commanding upwards of 1500 as many people are doing nut and bolt builds specially e36 models.

the lowest price soon should be around 3k for a breaker. i just spoke to somebody breaking one he made over 5k in selling car in bits.

as for prices enclosed pictures of article about LHD models i would say RHD should be more expensive but oddly it is not

http://www.mbclub.co.uk/forums/gene...rs-prices-presume-lhd-unsure-if-rhd-incl.html

 

[Mike Walker]

Don't underestimate the cost of parts and also their availability from MB. Bought some items in the week for my 300TE and they are fast running out of original stock.

 

[dinoy]

convertible parts are very very limited and of the roof pistons cost upward of 1k if avail god only know when stock run out what will be charged or u might need to send to US to get reconditioned.

the closet to hold the softop lock costs 500 and many many more things

being so rare prices will soon start from 5k for sure with working roof, e36 i seen low mileage minter for 30k

 

[Dannny]

Thank you all for your advice.

The cheapest I can see on Autotrader is £7k so it seems like the prices have already started going up.
I looked at an £8k one the other day at a dealers, loads of rust and full of damp.
seems like crazy money when your going to have to spend money as soon as you buy it!

It a shame as I've always wanted one but the time was never right, it seems I might have missed my chance all together :-(

 

[124R]

IMHO 124 convertible do not need six cyl engine.
200 or 220 is really good to launch on promenade.
Im looking for ebay and this cars cost minimum few bags.
Anyway if I would like to buy convertible I will look for car with good working roof.
Body or engine problems cost you nothing compare to fix roof.
Do you consider import car from sunny USA or Japan?
Despite fact that it will be LHD but Im more than suree that condition could be more relaible.

 

[w124nut]

Agreed that soft-top repairs may be expensive especially when the frame has to be repaired.

 

[smurgewurfler]

I have a 94 220 cabrio which has done 117k miles and is immaculate. I have just had the head gasket done because of a small oil leak, and the timing chain whilst the lid was off. I have been told it is valued at £14K at least, partly because of the colour. It has won concours prizes, but not in my ownership, and has been garaged over the winter for most of it's life. I have had 320 and 280 M104 engines in W114 cars and I notice the 4 pot is a bit slower, but somehow it doesn't matter. And sorry no, it isn't for sale! (But my CL500 is if anyone wants a really really good one!)

 

[YOREVOL]

i think w124 prices are on the turn from being a cheap old banger into a classic.
you do get what you pay for, but bargains are about if you look hard enough.
ive just bought my E320 for £1000 and the dealer had it sat around for 6 months.
its got leather, air con, alloys, its even got the original blaupunkt pull out radio. miles are a bit high at 216000 but its runs fine just wallows about indicating a suspension rebuild. luckily i can do it myself over winter. if you had to pay a garage it would turn into an expensive mistake.

 

[WDB124066]

Mercedes-Benz E220 HAND BUILT CABRIOLET 1995 | Trade Me

 

[dinoy]

a friend selling cheap project very rare diamond white rumored to be less 10 originals in RHD only known in this colour with sportline cloth interior

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