This 1998 Mercedes-Benz V230 was sold new in Japan and imported to the United States in 2023. Finished in Labradorite Blue (5560) over Beige Cloth, this V-Class is powered by a 2.3L M111 4-cylinder paired to a 4-speed automatic transmission. Features on this van include air conditioning, power windows, power locks, captains chairs, a Becker head unit, and more. The current owner acquired this van on The MB Market earlier this year and has made a number of cosmetic improvements including replacing various trim pieces, replacing a window regulator, and replacing the aftermarket head unit. The air conditioning has been rechanged and a new blower motor installed. This V230 currently shows 99k km (~61k miles) and is offered by the seller in El Paso, Texas with two keys and a clean Texas title.
Finished in Labradorite Blue (5560) the exterior shows in good condition without major blemishes or body work. The V-Class features two sliding doors, clear corner lights, fender marker lamps, power front windows, and power mirrors. Normal wear is noted by the seller including minor rock chips. All glass remains original and free from cracks and the paint does show evidence of a prior repaint in the factory color. New exterior A-pillar wiindshield trim is noted by the seller.
This V230 wears 16” alloy wheels fitted with Yokohama tires at all four corners displaying 2016 date codes. Braking is handled by discs behind each wheel and a spare wheel is mounted under the rear of the vehicle.
The cabin is trimmed in beige cloth and offers seating for 6 passengers with captains chairs throughout. The cabin offers power front windows and air conditioning with climate control featuring REST functionality. Rear speakers and ashtrays are shown for the third row of seats and tie-downs are shown on the floor of the van. Photos in the gallery show the rear seats can be rotated to position them facing one another or all facing forward. The center console shows a period-correct Mercedes-Benz Becker head unit. Light wear can be seen throughout the cabin.
The analog gauges feature a 200km/h speedometer and tachometer with readouts for coolant temperature and fuel level. An LCD screen displays the odometer and trip functions.
This V230 is powered by a 2.3L M111 4-cylinder paired to a 4-speed automatic transmission. The engine is rated by the factory for 143 horsepower and 215 ft-lbs of torque. This van has reportedly been serviced regularly under previous ownership but records have not been retained in import.
This V230 currently shows 99k km (~61k miles) and is offered by the seller in El Paso, Texas with two keys and a clean Texas title.
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@pricklyPearAutoClub(7) Let me know if you figure out how to make it work. If you have any questions please let me know Cow_007 tt@ yahooLets see how things go Cow_007 tt yahoo Let me know if you are able to figure out what @pricklypearAutoClub(7)@pricklypearAutoClub(7) Ok. Not sure how their process works on things like this@Kcjohn8325 Let me reach out to MB Market and ask them if they can connect us.@pricklyPearAutoClub(7) Is it possible for you to contact me to view the vehicle, I'll be back in Houston next weekend.How can I get in contact with you@Kcjohn8325 Yes.Hey, is this vehicle still available for sale?@Lamez2054 Sent you an e-mail!Just wondering if the vehicle is still available for sale?Is the vehicle still available?We are an inch away from the reserve price, guys. Don't miss out on this...$6,500 bid placed by @Glendavis
$6,250 bid placed by @doggybag
$6,000 bid placed by @Glendavis
$5,750 bid placed by @outlier4x4
$5,500 bid placed by @doggybag
$5,250 bid placed by @Glendavis
Here we are in the final hour, folks. Again, this is a super rare vehicle here in the states, as well as extremely practical and fun! Don’t miss your chance to own this awesome van. You won’t find another one.$5,000 bid placed by @doggybag
$4,002 bid placed by @mblove
$3,752 bid placed by @Glendavis
Hey guys! Just wanted to chime in here on this auction for this super cool V230. As I've stated in my video, the van is in excellent condition mechanically speaking. It drives great! I've also got the interior more well sorted than when I bought it. Also, and most importantly, I got the AC working and it cools very nicely now. I made many drives in this thing in the dead of summer here in El Paso, so I can certainly vouch for it, haha. Whomever ends up with this next is really going to enjoy it. I certainly have. It's such an interesting vehicle, and it's been a great experience to learn a facet of Mercedes-Benz that we never got to see here in the USA. If you're a true Mercedes-Benz enthusiast, you'll understand the value and intrigue of this van, just as I have. :)$3,502 bid placed by @Legends4
$2,502 bid placed by @Bider7
$1,000 bid placed by @Legends4
@Jrad1600 Agreed, but it happens. Oh well. This is probably a better platform for this vehicle anyway. I think it'll receive more of the proper attention here than it did on BaT. And yes, indeed, it is extremely rare in the USA! You will NOT come across another one of these in the wild. Only way you'd come across another is if you intended on meeting up with that other owner!@PricklyPearAutoClub That's too bad he backed out. This would be a unique car to own that NOBODY in the US has. Sadly I'm not in the mark for these right now but I wish you the best of luck.@Jrad1600 It is sweet! Thank you! Yes, the buyer did in fact back out. Went silent for a few days after our first discussion after him winning, and then finally got back to me saying it was an impulse buy and it didn't meet his needs after all and he wasn't going to follow through. It was not due to any fault with the vehicle. The van is great. :)This thing is sweet! I followed this on Bring a Trailer when it just sold 2 weeks ago. Did the winning bidder not follow through?