Mercedes-Benz - E220 Cabriolet Sportline manual - 1994

A Mercedes collection would be incomplete without: Mercedes A124 Cabriolet (full four-seater!).

Manual transmission with the very economical and smooth-running 2.2 liter inline-four M111E22 (four valves per cylinder, EURO2), absolutely unmodified and completely checked, low mileage and very nice equipment (22 special features) in rare gloss black (Black 040). Collector’s condition.

Specification, equipment and general:
Mercedes A124 E220 Sportline, first delivery (pickup) on 13.09.1994 at the Mercedes plant Sindelfingen, first registration September 1994 in Düsseldorf, since 2002 continuously in Bavaria.

This beautiful Cabriolet was originally delivered on 13 September 1994 at the Mercedes plant Sindelfingen, previously given a day-licence by Mercedes Brüggemann (likely for registration purposes) and driven until 2002 in Düsseldorf. Since 2002 the car has been in Bavarian hands and was only used as a well-kept enthusiast’s vehicle in the summer (see annual mileage in the history).
It is an extraordinarily beautiful and well-maintained vehicle in the sought-after 'Sportline' equipment with leather steering wheel, leather gear lever and the attractive sport seats in a check pattern in truly immaculate condition (no signs of use, no wear).

The maintenance services in the first years were carried out exclusively accurately at Mercedes-Benz and afterwards more frequently than the prescribed mileage interval. The last service was at 175,829 km, although the service book would have scheduled it at 195,000 km. The service book with the original data card and the onboard folder with the original operating manual, etc. are of course complete (everything that belongs inside is present) and in as well-kept a condition as the vehicle itself. Non-smoker vehicle, no animals.
The technical inspection (Hauptuntersuchung) was renewed in September 2024 together with the appraisal for the classic registration (Oldtimer registration, H plate) and can optionally be registered as a classic with H license plate. Additionally, the jack points were freshly waxed before winter storage in September 2024.
The car is classified as Euro 2 based on a letter from Mercedes-Benz AG dated December 1995, which saves about €31 per year in vehicle tax compared to the H registration.

A trouble-free companion for the pleasant season.
Economical, comfortable, yet agile and also very suitable for long journeys.

Basic data
First registration 9/1994
Mileage 181,200 km
Power 150 hp (110 kW)
Max torque 210 Nm
Fuel Petrol
Euro 2
Drive Rear-wheel drive
Transmission 5-speed manual

Body & technology
Condition: well-preserved classic with H certificate for registration as a classic
Doors: 2
Seats: 4
Exterior color: Black (Black 040)
Vehicle type: Cabriolet / Roadster

Dimensions:
Length 4,655 mm
Width 1,740 mm
Height 1,391 mm
Wheelbase 2,715 mm
Weight 1,640 kg (driving with driver)
Permissible gross weight: 2,140 kg

Filler capacities (factory specs):
Fuel 70 l (of which 9 l reserve)
Engine oil 5.8 l
Cooling system 8.5 l
Windshield washer approx. 5 l

Performance:
Top speed 210 km/h

Consumption:
City cycle: 12.3 l/100 km
90 km/h: 6.6 l/100 km
120 km/h: 8.2 l/100 km
Euro mix: 9.0 l/100 km
Personal experience: about 7.5 l/100 km can be achieved on country roads.

Additional advantages:
Reclassification to Euro 2 without modifications (very rare)
optional H registration possible
Valid inspection (HU) (can be re-registered and put into operation immediately)

Equipment & extras:
ABS, passenger airbags, CD player, electric windows, electric roof, electric mirrors, driver and passenger airbags, Sportline equipment, including leather steering wheel, Sportline gear knob, etc., alloy wheels, center armrest, fog lights, non-smoker vehicle, radio, power steering, heated seats, wind deflector, etc.

A total of only 33,968 Cabriolets were built in the successful Mercedes W123/124 series. Of these, 8,458 were E220 with the M111E22 engine.
Mercedes cabriolets of the W124 series in such beautiful and original condition as this one are hardly found on the market.

Condition description:

Body and paint:
Body and paint are in excellent condition. Gaps are uniform, doors and hoods close flawlessly. No rust. The paint has an excellent mirror finish. No dust inclusions, craters or sink marks. Any stone-chip traces are not visible to the naked eye. The chrome parts have an excellent high-gloss finish and are free of scratches and dulling. All glass and windows are in very good condition. They are free of scratches, cracks, haze, etc. All rubber parts are properly mounted, show no deep cuts or porous areas and are soft and flexible. Their sealing function is complete all around.

Tires and wheels:
Wheels and tires are in pristine condition.

Technical condition:
The engine starts immediately in cold and warm conditions and runs very smoothly. It revs strongly from all RPM ranges. No rattling, no tapping. The engine is clean, and its visual condition is practically like-new. The transmission shifts flawlessly. Brakes and suspension are tight and make no noises. All gauges and displays as well as the ventilation system work perfectly. The last service with engine oil and filter change, spark plugs, air filter and brake fluid was performed at 175,829 km, the last main inspection together with the appraisal for classification as a classic under §23 StVZO at 181,006 km with no defects found.

The next German main inspection is due September 2026. If desired, it can be renewed before handover against reimbursement of the inspection costs plus a handling fee of €200 (the car is currently in winter storage).

Interior:
The interior is in pristine condition with only minimal signs of use. The trunk is also in pristine condition. The odor is neutral and all parts are present. All equipment components function perfectly. Neither the seat upholstery nor the dashboard, the headliner or the carpets show damage or faults. Everything is complete.

Documents:
The vehicle documents and service book are complete. The last service invoice is available as well as the documents shown in the attached photos such as the TÜV report, etc.

HISTORY/OVERVIEW
Very beautiful original condition, see photos. Honest condition 2 to 2+ (rating 2 on the classic-analytics Professional-Check, 2+ on the ADAC oldtimer rating). Sportline models in this well-kept condition are hardly found anymore. Everything works perfectly, is appealing (non-smoker, no animals) and spotless. Unlike some MoPf 2 vehicles of the W124 series, this vehicle does not have a paint problem caused by contamination of the chassis bath with anaerobic bacteria during production.

Please note the attached photos and feel free to arrange a personal inspection.

This beautiful car was delivered on 13 September 1994 at the Mercedes plant Sindelfingen, received a day-licence from Mercedes Brüggemann and was driven until 2002 in Düsseldorf. Since 2002 the car has been in Bavarian hands. The maintenance services in the first years were carried out exclusively accurately at Mercedes-Benz and later more frequently than prescribed by the mileage interval. The last service was at 175,829 km, although the service book scheduled it at 195,000 km. The service book with the original data card and the onboard folder with the original operating manual, etc. are of course present and in the same well-kept condition as the car itself.

The car is classified as Euro 2.

Factory options (factory codes):
E220 124C (Cabriolet)

040 Black
261 Remove type designation
240 Outside temperature display
249 Auto-dimming interior rearview mirror
260 Remove type designation on rear lid
281 Leather steering wheel and gear knob in sporty design
283 Wind deflector
291 Driver and front passenger airbags
300 Walnut wood box between front seats
305 Dust filter
404 Multi-contour seat left
512 MB-Special radio RDS with dimming control
531 Automatic radio antenna when radio installed
561 Front left seat reinforced
570 Front fold-down armrest
620 Exhaust gas cleaning system catalytic converter (KAT)
653 Sport suspension with wide tires and alloy wheels 8-hole
682 Fire extinguisher
740 Convertible top fabric 9001 black
814 Active bass speaker system without radio or without radio antenna
819 CD changer 6-disc in the trunk
873 Heated front seats
885 Central locking with infrared remote and immobilizer
952 Sportline with sport suspension, alloy wheels 8-hole and front and rear sports seats as well as leather steering wheel and leather gear knob

All equipment features were taken from the vehicle's data card. The rims have been renewed.

German H-approval possible (certificate from September 2024 available).

Vehicle visible in Vorarlberg, Austria.

Pickup and other:
The Cabriolet is located near Lindau on Lake Constance and is fully road-ready. It can be transported on its own axle without issue.

If desired, I can also arrange transport within Europe against reimbursement of the costs following agreement on the destination and payment in advance.

This is a private sale with exclusion of liability for material and legal defects by the seller.