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- 1983 Mercedes-Benz 200 (W123)
1983 Mercedes-Benz 200 (W123)
Lot Number: 591
1983 Mercedes-Benz 200 (W123)
Lovely W123 saloon. Unadorned, unmolested and proudly standard.
- NOT SOLD
LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Saturday 1st June, 2024 at 11.00am BST at Tatton Park, Knutsford, WA16 6QN
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BODY COLOUR
Signal Red -
DRIVE
RHD -
REG NUMBER
DLN 956Y -
ODOMETER READING
65700 Miles
SUMMARY
Lovely W123 saloon. Unadorned, unmolested and proudly standard.
DESCRIPTION
- A beautiful 2-litre W123 finished in Signal Red, impressively refreshed by a machine polish
- From the last year of production of the globally revered W123 model range acknowledged for their excellent build quality
- Recently benefitted from new tyres, a major service including new brakes, new fuel tank and a partial exhaust along with a new distributor cap and carburettor needle, all carried out by a Mercedes specialist
- Original service book which is stamped up to 1986 at 37,000 miles then invoices from 2010 till 2015. The current indicated mileage is 65,700
- Also supplied is a written log of the miles from new till 2007, an original dealer brochure and a selection of old MOTs
- A handsome example of what we now call a 'modern classic', totally practical and will last forever
SPECIFICATION
- Lot Number
- 591
- Make
- MERCEDES-BENZ
- Model
- W123
- Variant
- 200
- Registration Number
- DLN 956Y
- MOT Expiry
- Exempt
- Chassis Number
- 12322022139815
- Engine Number
- 10292022031533
- Transmission
- Auto
- Body Colour
- Signal Red
GALLERY
CONSIGNOR
Simon Langsdale
- Car Specialist
- simon@iconicauctioneers.com
For further information regarding this lot please contact Simon.
CONTACTSCORE:
87 / 135
Exterior
Bodywork:
Glass:
Paint:
Chrome:
Trim:
Remarks
Exterior is in very good condition with no significant corrosion. Car is very original with factory paint dabs on components etc which helps verify the mileage.
Interior
Door-Cards:
Carpets:
Seating:
Headlining:
Dashboard:
Boot:
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Interior in very good condition for a W123. Common wear areas such as the driver's seat side bolster remains intact which is rare for this era of W123.
Engine
Components:
Appearance:
Starting:
Running:
Remarks
The car has recently had a large spend following light recommissioning after long term storage which includes a major service together with 4 new tyres, replacement fuel tank and sender unit.
Transmission
Gears:
Clutch:
Drive-Shaft:
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4 speed automatic gearbox works perfectly, shifting smoothly with no slippage etc.
Running Gear
Axles:
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Wheels & Tyres:
Remarks
All present and correct.
Electrics
Minor:
Major:
Remarks
All electrics are functional
Vehicle History
Remarks
The car is highly original which is testament to its careful ownership and low mileage. The car comes with a large history file and includes documents such as the model brochure from the original supplying dealer.
Restoration Notes
N/A
About the Seller Rating
A lot's rating is compiled based on information provided by the seller of the lot. We strongly recommend viewing a lot prior to bidding as we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information provided by the seller. We will not entertain any disputes over seller rating details.
Poor Numerous faults / Extensive damage / Many missing parts / Project or donor car
Fair Basic condition / Requires attention mechanically & cosmetically / Some damage / Some missing parts
Good Everyday useable classic car / Driven & enjoyed / Commensurate with age & mileage / Drives and looks as it should / Some vehicle history
Very good Almost pristine / Mechanically & cosmetically sound / Driven only occasionally / Extensive vehicle history
Excellent Pristine / Original / Documented nut & bolt ground-up restoration / Stored professionally / Trailered only / Complete vehicle history
Due to venue restrictions, all vehicles must be collected on Monday 3rd June between 9am and 2pm.
Any vehicles not collected by this time will be transported to a secure storage facility in Northampton by our transport partner EM Rogers, the charges for which are £225 plus VAT for removal and £10 plus VAT per day for storage. We will make contact on Sunday to confirm how you will be removing your vehicle(s). If we do not hear back from you by 5pm on Sunday evening, we will arrange collection with EM Rogers on your behalf.
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