Other than a bump in price, little changed between the 1991 and 1992 Mercedes-Benz 300-Class models. The 3.0-liter, 6-cylinder, 177-hp power plant remained the standard engine across the model range, a 4-speed automatic was the standard transmission, and anti-lock brakes and driver's-side airbags remained standard equipment.
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This is the last of the automobiles that you can service at home, parts are cheap and available, and it I’ds a joy to drive. You actually know you are driving an automobile, not some overly massaged iPhone thing masquerading as a car. Save the planet, better than net zero is “Net Nothing” , where your carbon footprint and your harm footprint are lower because you didn’t have something built, you kept something from the scrapyard. Nov 29, 2023
by Edward K
Oct 22, 2022
great car, super reliable, easy purchase, and a great deal. Oct 22, 2022
by Anonymous
Aug 06, 2014
smooth riding comfortable on long trips.decent gas mileage once it gets go great acceeration .crusie control is terriable in this car very herky jerky so I never used it very quiet engine and great sound system in it .very pleased with care in gerneralAug 06, 2014
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by ted l
Nov 29, 2023
This is the last of the automobiles that you can service at home, parts are cheap and available, and it I’ds a joy to drive. You actually know you are driving an automobile, not some overly massaged iPhone thing masquerading as a car. Save the planet, better than net zero is “Net Nothing” , where your carbon footprint and your harm footprint are lower because you didn’t have something built, you kept something from the scrapyard. Nov 29, 2023
by Edward K
Oct 22, 2022
great car, super reliable, easy purchase, and a great deal. Oct 22, 2022
by Anonymous
Aug 06, 2014
smooth riding comfortable on long trips.decent gas mileage once it gets go great acceeration .crusie control is terriable in this car very herky jerky so I never used it very quiet engine and great sound system in it .very pleased with care in gerneralAug 06, 2014
by Yasin T
Dec 14, 2011
It's a CE 300 AMG. The Car is in
best condition with 120 224 KM. It's not the fastest one but very nice to
drive. Only the backlights are not original. The Car (Jenna) is now in
Garage and i drive it 4-8 days a year.Dec 14, 2011
by Helena A
Oct 19, 2011
Its so quiet for 141,000 miles, motors nicely, very smooth ride but would prefer
leather seats. Would have another any day. She used mainly at the weekends
but fuel economy is amusing/dire better than the Jag by 3mpg but that could be
my heavy foot again. In sport she shifts nicely and quietly out of the way.Oct 19, 2011
by Tayt K
Jul 26, 2011
the car is all around good car its heavier than most trucks but still has style and
performance. if anything does break to get it fixed does hurt your wallet because
you have to get it fixed buy a athorized dealer.Jul 26, 2011
by Joshua H
Sep 16, 2010
Gangster old benzo riding dirty on a set of amg 17s and 3in drop euro headlamps and tail lamps.Black with black lower penut color int,big planes for the old girl well see how it gose i guess.Oh did i forgot to say i lost comp.in all 6 cyl,poor girl.Sep 16, 2010
by Victor J
Aug 17, 2010
Car is very solid and comfortable to be doing long drives at high speeds on the
freeway. Parts are expensive even at mechanics prices, so don't buy one if you
can't afford to fix it; because the cars are getting older and will start needing parts
replaced.Aug 17, 2010
by Stuart H
Aug 13, 2010
Its a diesel, so its a little sluggish off the line, braking and handling are
decent but keep in mind that this is a very heavy car. Its comfortable to
drive, and it looks good. Relatively cheap to maintain, except it likes big
repairs. It blew 2 head gaskets in 1 year, and this mercedes diesel is
known for bending connecting rods. I'm at 300k, and still going, but you
never know.Aug 13, 2010
by Torey T
Nov 10, 2009
Third Owner, purchased in June of '09 with 88,600 Miles
Records dating back to '91. From the post delivery inspection by the dealer prior to sale to the misc. part replacements to this date, no stone is unturned on this vehicle.
3.0 Liter Inline 6, Automatic 4 speed transmission sedan. ~180 HP--~200 ft/lb of torque. car cruises seamlessly and moves when it needs to. Incorporating the Sportline suspension options would make the car track worthy.
Anticipate around $1,000 a year to properly maintain a W124.
Styling is timeless, comes standard with any the aged Mercedes.
A simple walk around the vehicle, not even operating it, reveals a quality built vehicle with every detail having a purpose that will last for decades. Take care of the vehicle and it will take care of you.
Washed and Waxed on a weekly basis, the car is serviced and tended to in an anticipating fashion.
Modifications:
-Early C-Class Polished 15" 8-Holed rims
-Euro Amber Corners
-Euro Headlights
-Euro Wiper Assemblies and Valance Panels
-JVC Mp3 Unit
Couldn't be happier with this stately sedan and am looking forward to the years of ownership to come.Nov 10, 2009
by Chris W
Sep 04, 2009
It's an Ambassador's ride, but THE worst snow car ever!
Smooth as silk on the highway, gas is ok, VERY good juice for a 6. Fun(ish) to drive and looks like a Benz SHOULD! I know my kids are safe in this tank!Sep 04, 2009
by Mazen A
Aug 15, 2009
i bought this cr in 2002 and i was amazed by a car which has been built 10 years earlier. Performance, technology and luxury.a car that can be used in all occasions. it was the first car i owned and my first best experience.Aug 15, 2009
by Ajala A
Jul 08, 2009
it was an ok car judging with d fact dat it wasnt brand new..it
kind of served its purpoe at that point in time. it was a very
strong car to drive save 4 some attendant faults due to its
modelJul 08, 2009
by Anonymous
Apr 14, 2009
performance- Slow acceleration at begining, But good Handling. Good brakes and good steering
Appearance- Clean, sleak interior. Very Roomy.
Cost: $3,600 but needs some fix and tune ups. about $37 to fill up. 17-19 mpg
Fun Factor:Very fun to drive, Handles amazing, SUPER FAST after 2nd gear. Just wish it had fast enough acceleration to burn out.Apr 14, 2009
by Miles K
Apr 07, 2008
Very nice interior and very quiet. Great for long trips or daily commuting. Build quality
makes you feel like you are in a large executive office when you step in and close the heavy
door. Engine had some power so it was fun but car wasn't particularly fast due to it's weight.
Interior pieces look and feel very nice but occasionally need to be replaced with time. Apr 07, 2008
by Dwi R
Apr 07, 2008
Doin 240km/h more..sunroof..4Wheel Drive....it's a heaven breath...Apr 07, 2008
by Hunter O
Apr 02, 2008
I love almost everything about this car. It looks great, Its incredibly reliable for it's age (16 yrs/ 308,000miles), and its not lacking (too bad) in the performance department. The torque it puts out is actually pretty good considering the normally-aspriated 187 hp I-6 but off the line (automatic at least) it sometimes lacks cause auto starts in second gear and it's pretty heavy so I sometimes have trouble geting up to speed as fast as others, but once you get it going, it GOES. I think the design in itself is classic and it will never really look "old". The luxury and design standards on this car really aren't too far away from some of today's car. I also really love being one of the not-very-many who actually drive a W124 E. Only negatives besides some performance weaknesses Ive noticed so far is the not-too-great (pretty bad) gas mileage (about 20city/25hw). Otherwise I love driving my car...:)Apr 02, 2008
It's a sedan. That pretty much says it all. However, as far as sedans go, it's near the top. It
accelerates reasonably quickly, but it handles like a dream. Turning radius is insane.
The car looks pretty good too in jet back with tan interior. Overall, a nice car.Jan 13, 2008
by John C
Jan 08, 2008
Slowish, but does it all, and has fun doin itJan 08, 2008
by Maurice S
Dec 27, 2007
As all we known already ... It's thirsty ...Dec 27, 2007
by Brendan K
Nov 25, 2007
I fell in love with these in the late 80's (new in the U.S. in '86) and was happy to find one in good shape with few miles. Fifteen years on and the build quality puts many new cars to shame. I wish it had the 3.0 liter engine as the mpg gain for the 2.6 isn't great. At least the 2.6 is known for being more durable.Nov 25, 2007
I have a 1992 MBZ 300 E. Car runs great, has 230,000 miles on it. 2 weeks ago the left turn signal turned on and would not go off. I also notice that a light on the dash board indicating a lighting problem turned on but all my lights are working well. Please tell me how to fix my problem
Engine 104.980 124.051 Morning start very good not even one crank I drive to my work park the car for while about one hour then com back to my car starting then stall immediately restart again everything is fine from the sacond start Please advise
I have a 1992 300 TE 4 matic station wagon. It gets spark. It has no fuel pressure at the engine. I have changed both fuel pumps. I have changed the fuel filter. I have changed the crank sensor. The fuses are good. The Distributor and rotor are good. I am confused. It turns but no fuel is going into the engine after all the new parts.