This 1992 Mercedes-Benz 300TE was initially ordered for the German market before being exported to Japan where it remained until 2023 when the seller imported it to the United States. Finished in Black Pearl Metallic (199) over Black Cloth (061), power is provided by a 3.0-liter inline-six mated to a four-speed automatic transmission driving the rear wheels. Equipment includes a power sliding sunroof, heated front seats, power front windows, a power sunroof, air conditioning, Zebrano veneer, and an updated Becker head unit. Additionally, this wagon wears a Gen 1 AMG body kit featuring AMG stamps and 17” AMG Aero II Monoblock wheels. As a Japan export, a Carfax report isn’t available. The seller notes records for the car were misplaced prior to their ownership. This 300TE is now offered by the current owner and seller with factory literature, a factory tool kit, spare parts, and a clean Colorado title.
The body is finished in Black Pearl Metallic (199) with matching lower body cladding and an authentic first generation AMG bodykit. Exterior features include a power sliding sunroof, heat-insulating glass with a heated rear window, an automatic antenna and a power passenger-side mirror. The paint is noted to be original with blemishes noted across the nose of the car along with a couple small cracks in the front bumper. Detailed photos of the exterior are included in the gallery.
17” AMG Aero II Monoblock wheels are mounted and finished in matching Black Pearl Metallic (199) and measure 17x7.5 at all corners. The wheels wear Hankook tires up front and Salient tires in the rear. The tires measure 235/45. A full size spare and original tool kit are located under the rear load space.
The cabin is trimmed in Black Cloth (061) with a black dashboard, black wool floor mats and Zebrano wood trim lining the center console, dashboard and door panels. The veneer does show some cracking. Both front seats are heated with manual adjustments. Interior appointments include air conditioning, an upgraded Becker head unit, power front windows, a deployable cargo net, and a power sunroof.
The four-spoke steering wheel fronts analog instrumentation including a 240-km/h speedometer, an 7k-rpm tachometer, an analog clock and gauges for fuel level, economy, coolant temperature and oil pressure. The six-digit odometer currently shows 152k km (~94k miles). The oil and ABS lights do turn on and back off while driving intermittently.
This 300TE is powered by a 3.0-liter M103 inline-six which is rated for 158 horsepower and 162 lb-ft of torque. Power is sent to the rear wheels through a four-speed automatic transmission. The seller notes current needs include a leaking power steering pump that will require replacement, the self leveling is in need of a service, and the washer fluid reservoir leaks. Additionally the rear muffler will need to be installed. It is included in the sale and photographed in the gallery. The air conditioning is noted to still run on R12.
This 300TE is now offered by the current owner and seller with factory literature, a factory tool kit, spare parts, and a clean Colorado title.
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The W124 wagon has long been one of Mercedes-Benz’s most beloved practical classics, and this 1992 300TE brings an especially compelling look and specification. Finished in Black Pearl Metallic and wearing a Gen 1 AMG body kit, it has far more presence than the average S124 while still retaining the clean, timeless proportions that make these cars so appealing. Imported from Japan, this example shows 152k kilometers and features heated black cloth seats, adding to its uncommon and enthusiast-focused character. The combination of M103 inline-six reliability, W124 durability, wagon utility, AMG styling, and cloth interior gives the car a distinctly European feel rarely found in U.S.-market examples. For buyers drawn to analog Mercedes-Benz wagons, this 300TE offers the right mix of usability, style, and personality. It is practical enough to enjoy regularly, but distinctive enough to stand apart from the typical W124 longroof. She just needs a little love and we're willing to bet it gets paid right back on the first drive.
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@onion the car had no prior accidents listed when I purchased it. I believe the hood was added to make it look more similar to the face lifted modelEdit: It seems my question was already answered, missed it while skimming the comments. Is there any evidence of accident damage on the front end leading to a hood replacement? Is this the original hood? The grille seems to be that of the final facelift, but when looking at other 1992 300TEs they have the older style grille. I’m newer to these cars, maybe there’s something I don’t know?@KwiekClassics the ASD light comes on and off occasionally when driving. To my knowledge it functions properly thoughDoes the ASD function?@Olyfour I’m not 100% sure but I believe they’re for the lights in the front bumperI am lusting for this beauty but California DMV and Smog will turn the dream into a nightmare. Great mods and I even have space for it. GLWABeautiful S124, and the cloth seats are very durable. What are the red cable/wires on the passenger side engine compartment used for?$8,300 bid placed by @mrchronz
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@KeithM17 I couldn’t figure out how to upload it myself. I’ll email it to the mb market and have them add it to the listing$7,500 bid placed by @mrchronz
Good afternoon all Full disclosure I recently purchased an amazing W124 on BAT White. I believe she needs a keyboard friend Good luck to all$6,969 bid placed by @EnjoyLife69
@Incaico it does not come with an additional hood$5,500 bid placed by @idmaldonado
is the correct hood available? This is a post-facelift hood.Can you post a copy of the latest Colorado emissions test?@jfree97 I’m not sure. I would imagine so.@Conway Do you know if it's possible to add the seats down the line?@jfree97 no, this one has two storage compartments instead of the rear facing seatsIs this not equipped with rear-facing third row seats?@quickmath the car was purchased and imported through Revhard Motors, a dealership in Colorado. They handled everything in regard to purchasing the car in Japan and getting it to me in Colorado. I do not have the original auction sheet. Revhard Motors replaced all the cats and fuel pump so the car would pass emissions. This is a law in Colorado that dealerships are responsible for emissions and anything required to get the car to pass. Under my ownership I have kept up with oil changes, had the Speedo cable replaced, the fuel relay replaced, and a window motor replaced. The car has been mechanically sound for me otherwise.Could you share the original Japanese auction sheet since you imported it? Also, what mechanical baselining have you performed? Good luck with the auction!$5,250 bid placed by @BD450SL