Detail Info for: 1994 Mercedes-Benz E500 - RARE! 315hp V8! Collectable!

Transaction Info

Sold On:
08/13/2010
Price:
$ 8000.00
Condition:
Used
Mileage:
207700
Location:
Chicago, IL, 60647
Seller Type:
Dealer

Vehicle Specification

Year Make Model:
1994 Mercedes-Benz 500-Series
Submodel Body Type:
E500 Sedan
Engine:
8 Cylinder 5.0 Liter
Transmission:
Automatic
VIN:
WDBEA36E3RC010829
Vehicle Title:
Drive Train:
Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard Equipment:
Power Windows
Optional Equipment:

Vehicle Detail

email with questions ! Specializing in Mercedes-Benz Automobiles Call : 847-971-8487 1994 Mercedes-Benz E500 Sedan 124-Chassis, E-Class, 5.0L, 315hp - V8 Gasoline Engine EXTREMELY RARE ( over 90 NEW photos enclosed in this listing ) Built in collaboration with Porsche, the Mercedes E500 was based on the popular 124-Chassis, E-Class model. Each E500 was transported back and forth between the Mercedes plant and Porsche's Rossle-Bau plant in Zuffenhausen during assembly and hand-built, taking eighteen days to complete each model. Questions ? Please call : 847-971-8487 Please read the terms and conditions BEFORE bidding ! The 1994 Mercedes E500 includes a number of standard features: power four-wheel disc brakes with ABS; cruise speed control; power windows; two-wheel read drive; traction control; power sunroof; theft deterrent system; driver side and passenger side air bags; rear defroster; front fog lights; front and rear shoulder seatbelts; power driver seat; leather seats; radio AM/FM with cassette; and power steering. The 1994 E500, with its standard 5.0L 8-cylinder 315 hp gas engine, and four-speed automatic transmission, gets 16 to 19 miles per gallon. Only 1735 units were manufactured in 1994 - the final year of production - and of those, only 800+ were sold in the US ! QUESTIONS ? Please send us an email or call 847-971-8487 ! Please read the terms and conditions BEFORE bidding ! 1994 Mercedes-Benz E500 Sedan E-Class / 124-Chassis Sedan 5.0L - V8, 315hp Engine VIN : WDBEA36E3RC010829 Miles : 207K The '94 E500 had a naturally aspirated dual camshaft 32-valve 4,973 cm3 V8 engine producing 315 hp (240 kW) and 354 ft·lbf (480 N·m) with the engine being derived from the SL500 (R129) roadster. Sports car braking performance also came from SL components: front, upgraded SL600 320 mm disks with 4-piston calipers came installed on the 1994 model. Rear brakes on all years were 278 mm brakes from the SL500. Blue-Black Metallic (199) with Alpaca Gray (278) LEATHER, RECARO Interior 5.0L - V8 Gasoline engine (119.974) 4-Speed Automatic Transmission (722.370) This E500 runs out and drives excellently. Starts INSTANTLY with every turn of the key ! The vehicle has been professionally maintained and looks great ! With its aggressive stance: 1.5 inches wider track, 0.9 inch lower profile, flared fenders, side skirts, front air-dam and wide tires, the E500 is easily distinguished from its lesser brethren. Because of its look, limited numbers, hand-built construction, and unique pedigree, the E500 is already considered a "classic", even within Mercedes-Benz. QUESTIONS ? Please send us an email or call 847-971-8487 ! Please read the terms and conditions BEFORE bidding ! In the USA, the E500 came fully-loaded, with the only options available to the buyer being a dealer-installed CD changer and an integrated cellular telephone. The E500 was only available as a four-seater in left hand drive, with the four leather seats supplied by Recaro (the fronts heated). Called the "Wolf in Sheep's Clothing" by the press, performance tests of the day yielded impressive results: 0-100 km/h (0-62 mph) times of 5.5 to 6.0 seconds and acceleration through the quarter-mile (0.4 km) in 14.1 seconds at 163 km/h (101 mph). The top speed was redline-limited at 6,000 rpm to 250 km/h (~155 mph). It was rated at 16.8 L/100 km (14 mpg) in the city and 13.8 L/100 km (17 mpg) on the highway. Tie-Rod, Ball-Joint and Steering Dampner Check - OK Lighting System - OK Seat Adjustments - Windows/Regulators - OK Heated Seats ! - Front - OK Sunroof - OK Wiper Motor Assembly - OK Blower Motor Assembly and Functionality - OK Climate Control System - AUTO - OK Stereo System - Speakers, Balance/Fader, Station Seek/Tune, Display - OK (Mercedes-Benz Trunk-Side CD-Changer) QUESTIONS ? Please send us an email or call 847-971-8487 ! Please read the terms and conditions BEFORE bidding ! BRAND New Performance Tires !!! This is a fine and rare - collectible - example of the Mercedes-Benz 124-Chassis, E-Class, E500 Sedan. It starts and idles properly. As with all properly tuned Mercedes vehicles, after warmup, the vehicle accelerates smoothly, silently and with good power. Surprisingly strong at all speeds - but GREAT on the highway. The Recaro leather seating is extremely comfortable and the cabin is silent. There are no leaks of any kind. Please review the pictures carefully. We've tried our best to include enough photos to show the car in its entirety. The 124-Chassis (E-Class) E500 is extremely rare. Only 1735 of the vehicles were hand-built in this Porsche / Mercedes-Benz collaboration during 1994. This vehicle is classic and collectible. It's also an excellent daily driver. It was built to be driven !!! The interior is immaculate. The Recaro seats are legendary - and in impeccable condition ! Extremely reliable - VERY STRONG and SMOOTH. This 5.0L-V8, 315hp engine is legendary; a rare and examplary unit. Quality, One-of-a-Kind MB engineering. QUESTIONS ? Please send us an email or call 847-971-8487 ! Please read the terms and conditions BEFORE bidding ! COMPLETE 360-Degree Panoramic Photographs - Interior and Exterior TERMS OF SALE Please read BEFORE you consider placing a bid ! We seek to ensure that our customer will not only ENJOY the vehicle they purchase, but be free of worry. We hope you enjoy this vehicle - it is ready to be driven away to any location and used as a daily driver !!! This is a USED VEHICLE. The vehicle is being sold AS-IS. There is NO WARRANTY of any kind. Please be aware that you are purchasing a pre-owned vehicle. A pre-owned vehicle is NOT brand new and every component is NOT brand new. We do not guarantee the CD magazines, navigation discs, instruction manuals, floor mats, extra keys or remotes will be included. DO NOT ASSUME ANYTHING ! We attempt to advertise our vehicles as accurately as possible. This vehicle is pre-owned. We do our best to make our vehicles look great ! Please realize that this vehicle may have minor flaws in the paint or interior. Some vehicles may have had prior touch up to cover chips, scratches or rust. We do not advertise any of our vehicles as 'rust free'. We would be happy to go over the entire vehicle with you on the phone if you so desire. We have invested documented time, money and material preparing this vehicle for sale on eBay. This vehicle will be driven during the auction and the mileage at time of delivery will be different from that listed during the auction. We will not be held responsible for any repairs subsequent to the end of the auction. Buy bidding on this item, Buyer agrees that the purchase price is established exclusively through this eBay auction medium. You are welcome and encouraged to personally inspect or, at your (Buyer's) expense, have a third party mobile inspection service inspect the vehicle at our facility. However, we cannot allow the actual auction process to be disrupted. Please arrange any scheduled inspection or test drive prior to placing your bid. All vehicles are sold as-is and no warrantee is implied by the seller. No refunds. No returns. No exceptions. Please send an email at any time during the auction using eBay's email system. We will answer your questions promptly ! You may also call us to discuss the vehicle - 847-971-8487 . Terms of Sale This vehicle is available for sale locally. We reserve the right to cancel all bids and end this auction early should the vehicle no longer be available for sale. This vehicle remains 'for sale' until full payment is received. We may elect to relist this vehicle within five (5) business days after the end of the auction, if we have not received payment in full from the winning bidder. Bidders with zero or net-negative feedback are asked to email or call prior to bidding. Most banks do not finance vehicles older than 1999 or with more than 100K miles. Please arrange any financing prior to bidding. Immediately following the auction, the winning bidder will receive an email containing payment instructions. Please confirm receipt of this email - and include your name and address as you wish it to appear on the title. The title to this vehicle is clear and in our possession. PAYMENT $ 1,500 non-refundable deposit is due within 48 hours of auction's close. Buyer may forgo the deposit and make full payment at any time within five (5) business days of the end of the auction. In all cases - full payment must be received no later than ten (10) calendar days after the end of the auction. Our invoice will include comprehensive payment instructions. We accept Cashiers Checks or Bank Wire Transfers. We provide state-issued temporary plates for all of our vehicles. These plates, all formal documents, available manuals and extra keys are sent to the Buyer BEFORE contracted delivery or airport pickup. For this reason, we DO NOT accept cash payments and we DO NOT accept payments at time of delivery. All payments must be made, in full, prior to the release of the vehicle. Wire transfer payments post as 'paid' on the day of receipt. Cashiers check payments post as 'paid' within 48 hours of deposit. FEES This is a DEALER TRANSACTION. There is a $ 175.00, one-time, processing fee which covers the cost of temporary license plates, state registration (if applicable), UPS shipping fees (documents, manuals and title) and delivery services (transport carrier from our facility or personal delivery to airport). TAXES - TITLE - REGISTRATION : Buyer is responsible for all local and state taxes. All appropriate forms will be sent to Buyer immediately upon receipt of full payment. The title, temporary plate and all other documents will be forwarded to Buyer via UPS regular ground service. DELIVERY Options : Shipping is the Buyer's responsibility. Please call us for auto-shipping references as we have established relationships with many bonded and insured carriers - providing economical, timely and professional delivery services throughout the US. All of our shipping quotes are 'Door-to-Door". Should you choose to fly in and drive your vehicle home - please arrange to arrive at O'Hare International Airport (ORD). Important notice to all bidders: PLEASE TAKE ADVANTAGE OF OUR OFFER TO HAVE THE VEHICLE INSPECTED DURING THE AUCTION. IF YOU ARE UNABLE TO PERSONALLY INSPECT THE VEHICLE, YOU ARE WELCOME TO ARRANGE FOR A THIRD-PARTY INSPECTION (BUYER'S EXPENSE) AT OUR FACILITY, DURING THE AUCTION. THERE ARE NO INSPECTIONS AFTER THE AUCTION. IF YOU HAVE QUESTIONS - CALL DURING THE AUCTION. IF YOU ARE UNSURE OR HESITANT - PLEASE CALL OR EMAIL. WE MAKE EVERY EFFORT TO FULLY DESCRIBE WORK DONE / NEW PARTS INSTALLED TO PREPARE THIS VEHICLE FOR THIS LISTING. PLEASE REVIEW THE PHOTOGRAPHS CAREFULLY. THESE PHOTOGRAPHS ARE OF THE ACTUAL VEHICLE, TAKEN IMMEDIATELY PRIOR TO THE EBAY LISTING. MILEAGE WILL VARY AS THE VEHICLE WILL BE DRIVEN DURING THE AUCTION. This vehicle is being sold as is, where is, with no warranty expressed, written or implied. No refunds. No returns. The seller shall not be responsible for the correct description, authenticity, genuineness, or defects herein, and makes no warranty in connection therewith. No allowance or set aside will be made on account of any incorrectness, imperfection, defect or damage. Any descriptions or representations are for identification purposes only and are not to be construed as a warranty of any type. Please be advised that no oral statements concerning any vehicle constitute a representation or warranty of the condition of said vehicle. If a personal inspection is not possible during the auction, we may facilitate an inspection by your chosen 3rd-party inspection service, at OUR facility, DURING the auction, at Buyer's expense. No inspections subsequent to the close of the auction. No exceptions. The advertised mileage represents the actual miles displayed on the odometer when the car was placed on ebay. These vehicles are extensively and frequently test driven and actual mileage will differ at time of sale. We have no history of any service performed to repair or replace defective odometers. Therefore, we cannot guarantee the 'true mileage' of any vehicle. Any vehicle older than model-year 2000 is 'mileage exempt' or TMU. It is the responsibility of the buyer to have thoroughly inspected the vehicle prior to the close of this auction, to be satisfied with the condition and value and to bid based upon that judgment solely. The seller shall make a reasonable effort to disclose any known mechanical defects associated with this vehicle. Physical, cosmetic defects - dents, scratches, surface rust, underbody rust, body repairs are disclosed through the photographs. If you wish to inspect the car for physical, cosmetic defects, please arrange to do so BEFORE BIDDING. The photographs of this vehicle represent an effort to disclose the physical condition of this vehicle. Seller assumes no responsibility for any repairs regardless of any oral statements about the vehicle. Please remember your Ebay obligation. When you bid, you are entering a legal binding contract. Please do not bid unless you intend to buy this vehicle. 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