This 2003 Mercedes-Benz E500 was sold new in Atlanta, Georgia where it remains having received dealer services and regular inspections. Finished in Obsidian Black Metallic (197) over Gray Leather (838), power is provided by a 5.0-liter V8 mated to a five-speed automatic transmission driving the rear wheels. Equipment includes power adjustable front seats with memory, 4-zone automatic climate control, a power tilt/slide glass sunroof, rain-sensing wipers and Dual-Control Airmatic suspension. The included Carfax report shows dealer servicing and checkups through 2010 after which the owner began having the car serviced with an independent service facility. The most recent service consists of a complete fluid flush in 2022. This E500 is now offered on consignment in Atlanta, Georgia with the original tool kit and spare, a clean one-owner Carfax report, and a clean California title.
The exterior is finished in Obsidian Black Metallic (197) and features automatic headlights, rain-sensing wipers, a heated windshield washer system, a heated rear window and a power tilt/slide glass sunroof. The exterior is in good condition with only minor rock chips which have been documented in the photo gallery. The body shows no signs of rust or damage.
The OEM 17” alloy wheels come wrapped in Waterfall all-season tires measuring 245/45 on all four corners and showing 2022 date codes. The wheels show light signs of curb rash. Dual-control Airmatic suspension offers adjustability for both ride height and stiffness.
The cabin is trimmed in Gray Leather (838) with Burl Walnut wood trim accenting the center console, dashboard and door panels. The wood trim is in good condition with no signs of cracking or discoloration. Both front seats offer 10-way power adjustability with three-position memory. Interior features include 4-zone automatic climate control, cruise control, a garage door opener and a 10-speaker audio system. Keyless-Go was optioned on this example but the replacement key included with the car isn’t programmed for Keyless.
The multifunction steering wheel fronts a 160-mph speedometer which sits alongside a 7k-rpm tachometer, analog clock and digital gauges for fuel level and coolant temperature. A configurable digital display is centrally mounted along with a digital odometer which reads just under 35k miles.
This W211 sedan is powered by a 5.0-liter M113 V8 which makes 302 horsepower and 339 lb-ft of torque. Power is sent to the rear wheels through a five-speed automatic transmission. The included Carfax report shows dealer servicing and checkups through 2010 after which the owner began having the car serviced with an independent service facility. The most recent service consists of a complete fluid flush in 2022.
The Carfax report shows linear mileage updates from new along with service visits and no accidents or damage reports. This E500 is now offered on consignment in Atlanta, Georgia with the original tool kit and spare, a clean one-owner Carfax report, and a clean California title.
The W211 E500 set the bar for mid-size luxury sedans due to its impressive features, build quality and comfort including the venerable M113 V8 and Dual-Control Airmatic suspension. Over the years, many of these cars have accumulated miles, and with it, abuse; this example however is different. A true one-owner car, this E500 shows just under 35k miles with single-state registration sporting a clean underbody and recent maintenance. For an enthusiast looking for the perfect every-day luxury sedan, this 2003 E500 may be the ticket.
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@Endri SBC was previously addressed, thanks. Headliners will tend to fall related to age and climate vs mileage and use. the AIRMATIC is in good shape and while the car's been stored with us for the last few weeks, it hasn't been leaning or listing on one side or the other.Was wondering about the airmatic if it has started to act up, for a car with such low miles was wondering how the back seat roof line is caving in, also the sbc on the W211 is a known flaw was wondering if that was taken care of@hbesmar The discoloration is what it is at this point. We suspect perhaps a lotion or cosmetic but cannot be certain. It looks like you also just sent us a private message but considering the comment as well, we'll answer here. The headliner is showing some drooping in the rear as noted in the photos. @daman thanks for asking on the services- given low mileage, some cars hate not being driven and some service shops/dealers will recommend going overboard to compensate. No story on it unfortunately beyond the speculative. Please let us know if we can answer anything else.the discoloration on seats and dash is strange considering the low milage including the extra wear on the carpet . also loose roof lining is a mystery$4,950 bid placed by @Jmoss57
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Hello! Is there any insight into the maintenance done at 13K mi.? The CarFax says the differential ring and pinion and the crankshaft were replaced, as well as the transmission serviced. That is major maintenance at such low mileage, wondering if you have more info on that. Thanks.@gbunitsky thanks for the questions- the discoloration could be fixed with a re-dye on the wheel/leather surface and we'd be happy to facilitate- wanted to leave it original for people to see true condition. No suspension work per records and re the recall, the next owner will have to show registration to have it completed. We'd also be happy to facilitate for the new buyer once that's done.Hello, I was just wondering was the discoloration in the interior noted by tjleatherman due to photo issues or was there damag done? Any work done on the suspension? I note there was a recall as well I believe, was that taken care of? Nice car. Verynice. Thanks, Gregg$4,450 bid placed by @Jmoss57
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beautiful car. only thing that doesnt make sense is all the discoloration on the steering wheel and the dash, given that rest of the car is super clean.