[W124] W124list Digest, Vol 27, Issue 1

[Robert Archigian]

Gents,
i am the proud owner of a '93 300ce Sportline
Bought it in 1999 with 59k on it and now  am just turning 324K.
This baby is of that burgundy finish and is every bit , what I considet the 
finest production car they made in that vintage.
If you can sort one out out go for it.
Its a great car for challanging some of the hot shots on the expressway.
Remember the Sportline was the for runner of their AMG package.
one only 1200 done in that year I am told.
Go for it!
Bob Archigian
930 Broadway
Norwood, NJ 07648 USA

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Jack Taylor wrote:

 >Hi ,
 >I have owned a 190E for many years but now wish to purchase a W124 of
 >between 1990- 1995.
 >I have read that the six cylinder is the one to go for would you agree.
 >I don`t know which engine size to go for , can anyone advise in this 
respect.
 >I would appreciate any advise and information that you can give.
 >Thank you in anticipation of your help
                                   Regards
                                 Jack Taylor.
======================================================

Hello Jack,

You've chosen the best years for the (3.2L) six cylinder engines. From 1990 
on, the coupes had the twin cam, 4-valve engine, which transformed the car. 
Sedans had to wait until '93 for the improved engine. But I'd suggest you 
look for a '93-'95 model as earlier models transmissions started in 2nd gear 
unless given full throttle. The Sportline option (coupe only) provided 
lowered body (3/4") wider wheels, shorter/stiffer springs, supportive seats 
etc. Hard to find, very collectable and well maintained cars will likely 
appreciate in value.

Since you didn't specify a coupe in your query, I'd also consider one of the 
two 4-valve V-8 sedans: 4.2 litre 400E ('92-'93) E420 ('93-95) or better 
still, the 5 litre 500E ('92-'93) E500 (1994). Both built in small numbers, 
they had sport packages available as well. Instant collector cars. To the 
untrained eye, they look like a 300E sedan, making them stealth bombers. 
Fun!

Good luck,
Mike B.


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