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The Mercedes W124 stylish E- Class
The Mercedes W124 stylish E- Class
What you need to know:
- The six-cylinder engines were superbly balanced and the diesels still run to date. The entire 124 range was given another facelift in June 1993 that brought a revised front fascia inspired by the w202 C-Class, a couple of new engines and a new name. From that point on, the 124 was called E-Class and the whole line-up was given a new moniker that started with an E. For example, the 300E became the E320.
Mercedes do not come more tough and durable like the W124 (Mercedes speak for that model in the now E- Class range) saloon. In 1985, the W124 debuted to worldwide acclaim, receiving accolades for its ride, handling, and bank vault solidity. Over the course of its lifetime, the W124 was available as a four-door sedan or wagon, a two-door pillar less hardtop, and a convertible.
Convertibles are now recognised classics. Worldwide, the W124 was equipped with petrol and diesel engines ranging from 2.0 to 6.0 litres, and between 1989 and 1993 the car could be had with all-wheel drive where the front wheel drive is engaged when one of the rear wheels lost grip.
The six-cylinder engines were superbly balanced and the diesels still run to date. The entire 124 range was given another facelift in June 1993 that brought a revised front fascia inspired by the w202 C-Class, a couple of new engines and a new name. From that point on, the 124 was called E-Class and the whole line-up was given a new moniker that started with an E. For example, the 300E became the E320.
The W124 is a perfect example of the perfect combination of performance, comfort, practicality, reliability, durability and old-school build quality standards. Remember, Mercedes-Benze’s were always the standard at their peak and modern day motoring technology. It is no wonder that the W124 is the benchmark and has been critically acclaimed to be the best modern mid-sized luxury sedan ever produced. Edirisa Matovu of Second Select Ltd, a leading company in car shipping industry is a proud owner of a 1995 W124 and in his own words says, “It’s so good. Never lets me down and is very reliable. It’s amazing on diesel consumption. I can’t say anything bad about it, that’s just how good it is” he explains.
Interior
You shall find the interior aged compared to newer cars. Driving the car, it becomes quickly noticeable that the body structure affords a sense of fine fit and finish.
Exterior
From the chamfered edges, to the elevated trunk that cut drag coefficient, the masculine sides and perfect proportions between front and back, there has not been a Mercedes-Benz that has had this kind of design impact and longevity.
Ownership
As with any Mercedes-Benz, regular service and maintenance are crucial, given this, a W124 should have a long life. Major mechanical components are long lasting.
Value
Today, the W124 is not really astounding in any one area that I can put my finger on. It is just something about the whole package that makes it truly unique and something to be trea
Other models
Mercedes-Benz W126
1979-1992
W126 was a series of S-Class automobiles manufactured by Mercedes-Benz. Premiering in September 1979 as the successor to the W116 line, it was the second generation car to officially bear that an abbreviation for the German Sonderklasse or “special class.
Mercedes-Benz W123
1984 to 1995
W124 is the Mercedes-Benz internal chassis-designation for the 1984 to 1995 version of the Mercedes-Benz E-Class, as well as the first generation to be officially referred to as E-Class. The W124 models replaced the W123.
W124: A PERFECT COMBINATION OF PERFOMANCE, COMFORT, PRACTICALITY, RELIABILITY AND DURABILITY
