1989 Mercedes-Benz 260E

Ivory over Palomino W124, All Original Condition, Nevada/California History

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1989 Mercedes-Benz 260E

Ivory over Palomino W124, All Original Condition, Nevada/California History

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Location:

Redondo Beach, CA

Auction lot: 3489
Seller: Manskraft
VIN: WDBEA26D4KA983222
Chassis: W124
Odometer: 168,420
Title Status: Clean California
Exterior color: Light Ivory (623)
Interior color: Palomino MB-Tex (174)
Drivetrain: RWD
Transmission: Automatic
Seller: Private
2.6L M103 Inline-6
Clean Carfax

This 1989 Mercedes-Benz 260E shows registration history in Nevada beginning with the first entry on the Carfax in September 1998. The selling family acquired the car in 2022 and has used it as a cummuter car with mostly highway driving. Finished in Light Ivory (623) over Palomino MB-Tex (174), power is provided by a naturally aspirated 2.6-liter inline-6 paired with a four-speed automatic transmission. Features include a power sliding and tilting sunroof, front and rear power windows, a Keenwood head unit, automatic climate control with air conditioning, and cruise control. Service since 2024 includes a new fuel pump, injectors, voltage regulator, ignition rotor, coil and wires, distributor cap and rotor, spark plugs, and engine mounts. This W124 is now offered by the seller in California with 168k miles on the odometer, two keys, a clean Carfax report, and a clean California title.

The body is finished in Light Ivory (623) with charcoal-colored bumper covers, side trim, and rear view mirrors. The exterior features US-spec lighting, headlamp wipers, fog lights, and a power antenna. The seller notes paint imperfections around the car including rock chips around the nose and front quarters, various scratches and dents, and a dent on the rear right corner. Clear coat failure is seen on the skyward facing panels.

Silver 15″ Gullideckel wheels wear Hankook Optimo H724 tires measuring 195/65 all around with older date codes. Braking is provided by disc brakes on all four corners. A full size spare is located beneath the trunk floor.

The cabin is trimmed in Palomino MB-Tex (174) across the seats and door cards. Zebrano wood trim accents the center console and dashboard showing fading and cracking. Factory amenities include automatic climate control, power front and rear windows, an electric sunroof with tilt function, cruise control, and an aftermarket Kenwood head unit with bluetooth. Touch points throughout the cabin show normal wear as seen in the gallery. The AC is reported to be fully functional.

The black steering wheel houses a driver’s airbag and frames a 160mph speedometer, 7k-rpm tachometer with an analog inset clock, and auxiliary gauges for fuel level, oil pressure, coolant temperature, and vacuum-actuated instant economy. The six-digit odometer shows 168k miles.

The 2.6-liter SOHC M103 inline-6 was rated at 164 horsepower and 168 lb-ft of torque when new. Power is sent to the rear wheels via a four-speed automatic transmission. The seller notes some leaks visible from the underside with photos provided. The battery was replaced in 2023, and work completed since 2024 has included replacing the following components:

Fuel pump
Fuel injectors
Voltage regulator
Ignition Rotor
Ignition coil and wires
Spark plugs
Motor mounts
Distributor cap and rotor
Aftermarket Bluetooth and Handsfree Phone
Replacement Antenna

The accompanying Carfax lists linear mileage updates and registration history in Nevada and California since first entry in September 1998. Additionally, no accidents or damage reports are shown.

The MB Market Insights

While these early W124’s may seem like bargain Benzes, they were nothing short of luxurious status symbols in their own time. These W124's could top over $40k USD when new in 1989. To put that in perspective, current exchange calculations show that to be around $100k in today’s money. The 260E’s are few and far between today as the more prominent 300E dominates the majority of W124 sale listings. This example looks like it would fit right in with the W124 taxi lines with its Ivory paint and Euro plates. According to the seller, the car was sold new in Reno, Nevada where it remained until 2022 when it relocated to California. The car has served as a faithful commuter over the years and shows battle scars from use. Sometimes, that's exactly how you like to see them. Unrestored, well-used, and ready for more.

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