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- 1990 Mercedes-Benz 230TE Estate (W124)
1990 Mercedes-Benz 230TE Estate (W124)
Lot Number: 129
1990 Mercedes-Benz 230TE Estate (W124)
Timeless looks, a cavernous interior, legendary build quality and left-hand drive - ideal for the Beaujolais Run.
- Sold for: £10,125
LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Saturday 9th December, 2023 at 11.45am GMT at Warwickshire Event Centre, CV31 1XN
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BODY COLOUR
Arctic White -
DRIVE
LHD -
REG NUMBER
G993 COY -
ODOMETER READING
139000 KM
SUMMARY
Timeless looks, a cavernous interior, legendary build quality and left-hand drive - ideal for the Beaujolais Run.
DESCRIPTION
- One meticulous French owner until May 2022
- Purchased directly from him by the present owner before being driven back to the UK
- Just two custodians since rolling off the production line in 1990
- Correctly UK-registered with current V5C. MOT valid until 09/07/2024
- In outstanding condition throughout both cosmetically and mechanically
- Maintained as required with such items as the air conditioning being switched to the correct R134a gas and new suspension spheres fitted utilising genuine Mercedes components
- 30 services by Mercedes-Benz
- Supplied with all documentation
SPECIFICATION
- Lot Number
- 129
- Make
- MERCEDES
- Model
- 230TE
- Variant
- Estate
- Registration Number
- G993 COY
- MOT Expiry
- 09/07/2024
- Chassis Number
- WDB1240831F146999
- Engine Number
- TBA
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Body Colour
- Arctic White
GALLERY
CONSIGNOR
Charles Smalley
- Car Specialist
- 07421 007866
- charles@iconicauctioneers.com
For further information regarding this lot please contact Charles.
CONTACTSEE IT IN ACTION
SEE IT IN ACTION
SCORE:
102 / 135
Exterior
Bodywork:
Glass:
Paint:
Chrome:
Trim:
Remarks
The car has all the original paint with a very few stone chips. It has recently had the first machine polish of its life and looks great.
Interior
Door-Cards:
Carpets:
Seating:
Headlining:
Dashboard:
Boot:
Remarks
The car interior is immaculate. It has had protective rubber mats fitted from the factory.
Engine
Components:
Appearance:
Starting:
Running:
Remarks
The car has been serviced by Mercedes every year from 1990 to 2022. The oil is due for a change having been run for 6000 km but is still clean which shows the life long maintenance this car has had.
Transmission
Gears:
Clutch:
Drive-Shaft:
Remarks
Smooth gearshift.
Running Gear
Axles:
Chassis:
Suspension:
Bearings:
Brakes:
Wheels & Tyres:
Remarks
All working as expected
Electrics
Minor:
Major:
Remarks
All working as expected with excellent air conditioning charged with 134a gas.
Vehicle History
Remarks
I bought this car from the first owner, who collected it from the factory and kept it garaged at his home in France. The car was used for trips between homes in the UK, France and Portugal.
Import Notes
Driven from France to UK in 2022.
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
Vehicles can be collected from the Warwickshire Event Centre, CV31 1XN on Sunday 10th December between 10am and 3pm and Monday 11th December between 9am and 1pm.
Our transport partner, EM Rogers, can assist with collection and delivery. Please contact them on 01604 755511 or trafficdesk@emrogers.co.uk for a quote.
Due to venue restrictions we need to be clear of the WEC by 1pm on Monday 11th therefore any motor vehicles not collected by this time will be taken to our transport partners storage facility in Northampton for a fee of £150 plus VAT. Storage will be charged at £10 plus VAT per day.
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