FOR SALE 1992 500E, Pearl Black/Black, TMU, $30k (Beverly Hills Car Club) - Ran when parked, Euro-spec

[gsxr]

OMG. I believe the term (thanks, @Jlaa!) is "a whole bowl of wrong".

This is a Euro-spec car, originally delivered to Grrmany, not California. I wonder what speedometer lurks beneath the vinyl overlay. No documentation of how many km's it had when arriving here in the colonies, so I'm assuming the 150kmi shown is a low estimate. And, uh, what are "exhaust finishers"?


VIN = WDB1240361B766720

1992 Mercedes-Benz 500E | Beverly Hills Car Club

1992 Mercedes-Benz 500E Introducing this 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500E that is finished in its factory color Blue-Black complemented with an Anthracite interior. This vehicle is a true testament to the collaboration between two automotive powerhouses, Mercedes-Benz and Porsche. This California car is...

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Introducing this 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500E that is finished in its factory color Blue-Black complemented with an Anthracite interior. This vehicle is a true testament to the collaboration between two automotive powerhouses, Mercedes-Benz and Porsche. This California car is equipped with an automatic transmission, four-wheel disc brakes, twin exhaust finishers, power-assisted steering, VDO instrumentation, sunroof, four-spoke steering wheel, headlamp wiper/washer, jack, alloy wheels, and a full-size spare tire fitted in the trunk. Additional convenience features include air conditioning, center console, cruise control, Becker Mexico radio, outside rearview mirrors, cigar lighter with an ashtray, and sun visors with illuminated vanity mirrors. Additionally, this example comes with a clean CARFAX report, showing a history only in the state of California. This adds peace of mind and reassurance to potential buyers. If you're in the market for a classic and luxurious German classic, look no further than this 500E that is mechanically sound. ​

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For $29,950​

 

[maw1124]

I still don't know why...

maw

 

[Harv]

As always, BHCC is a scummy place.

Beverly Hills Car Club and its ‘Real Housewives’ owner sell dream cars. Some spark legal battles

Beverly Hills Car Club and co-owner Alex Manos have built a following, but lawsuits accuse the dealership of selling vehicles with undisclosed damage, defective parts or other issues.

www.latimes.com

 

[gsxr]

Great article. It's amazing anyone buys from BHCC.

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Most of [BHCC's] competitors keep smaller inventories and do not advertise vehicles with major cosmetic or mechanical problems, instead presenting cars in top condition.​

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“We do not materially change or alter the vehicles we buy and sell,” said Manos, who gave The Times a short, on-the-record interview during the tour but otherwise answered questions via email. ...​

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The dealership inspects automobiles that come in, with a multi-step intake process that includes cleaning and detailing, photography in a studio, a 108-point inspection, and ends with a test drive — if the vehicle is working. But it will not sink in the time, labor and expense needed to turn an acquisition into a showpiece.​

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Indeed, Manos noted that Beverly Hills Car Club sells some cars that are “inoperable,” and designated “planned non-operation” with the California Department of Motor Vehicles — a classification for vehicles that won’t be driven.​

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Would-be buyers are encouraged to “carefully inspect the classic vehicles they are interested in purchasing” and arrange for on-site assessments by independent experts who can conduct “proper due diligence,” Manos said.​

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Many vehicles on the Beverly Hills Car Club website are described as “mechanically sound.” What exactly that means is an open question.​

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Attorney Bryan W. Shook, who specializes in automotive law and has not had dealings with Beverly Hills Car Club, called it a “somewhat vague or ambiguous” term. And Manos did not respond to a question asking him to explain what it means.​

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[Jim Rosenthal]

I can't imagine buying a car from this outfit. Beverly Hills Car Club.... well, they're not in Beverly Hills, they're not a club, and many of their items for sale should be better described as former cars, or ex-cars. Other than that, their name is totally accurate. Not.

 

[Alphasud40]

You can always count on BHCC to have the lowest of the low for sale. Their business model must be working to buy junk nobody else will touch or represent. Do absolutely nothing to the car and just spend money on advertising. If the cars are bought cheap enough they are probably netting as much as a car company that buys nice cars and spends X amount of money in the reconditioning. And with low expectations you don’t have issues with customers returning after the sale wanting things fixed for nothing. Very similar to the business model of Dodi Auto Sales in Monterey.

 

[Jim Rosenthal]

Odd front end treatment and not at all flattering. Weird. This would be some kind of aftermarket kit, am I correct?

 

[TimL]

Odd front end treatment and not at all flattering. Weird. This would be some kind of aftermarket kit, am I correct?

Odd but period correct. At the time, these were a popular mod for the W124 in Germany. company named Goeckel made these for all W124

 

[AMG5PT4]

Looks like an R129 front grille and W124 headlights half covered up

 

[Jim Rosenthal]

You can always count on BHCC to have the lowest of the low for sale. Their business model must be working to buy junk nobody else will touch or represent. Do absolutely nothing to the car and just spend money on advertising. If the cars are bought cheap enough they are probably netting as much as a car company that buys nice cars and spends X amount of money in the reconditioning. And with low expectations you don’t have issues with customers returning after the sale wanting things fixed for nothing. Very similar to the business model of Dodi Auto Sales in Monterey.

That IS their business model. I don't think I would buy anything from them. Interestingly, I did buy a car from Gullwing in NYC, who have a similar business model, but they were fine to deal with and the car was fine, too. Of course, I got a very thorough PPI on the car, and Gullwing were helpful with that process.

 

[duuder]

That IS their business model. I don't think I would buy anything from them. Interestingly, I did buy a car from Gullwing in NYC, who have a similar business model, but they were fine to deal with and the car was fine, too. Of course, I got a very thorough PPI on the car, and Gullwing were helpful with that process.

Kwel! I can walk to gullwing, theyre in my neighborhood

 

[Jim Rosenthal]

I bought a Ferrari from them. Worked out fine. I knew what it needed, price was fair.

 

[mottati]

i had an 82 ferrari 400i that i pulled out of a barn a couple years ago. It had been parked for 22 years. Got it running, and mobile, i wouldn't call it roadworthy. I sold it to a guy claiming to want a running driving project, who flipped it to BHCC within 24 hours. Think it's still listed there, at more than 2x what i sold it for. Other than a good detail, nothing done to it, yet advertised as 'running, driving, and mechanically sound'

This 500e looks pretty bad for the money (about what i paid for my decent driver)

 

[gsxr]

Found it:

1982 Ferrari 400i GT | Beverly Hills Car Club

1982 Ferrari 400i GT 5-Speed Presenting this Pininfarina-designed 1982 Ferrari 400i GT 5-Speed featured with 43,505 kilometers on the odometer and finished in Nero complemented with a same color interior. Equipped with a rare 5-speed manual gearbox, fuel-injected V12 engine, power-assisted...

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1982 Ferrari 400i GT 5-Speed​

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Presenting this Pininfarina-designed 1982 Ferrari 400i GT 5-Speed featured with 43,505 kilometers on the odometer and finished in Nero complemented with a same color interior. Equipped with a rare 5-speed manual gearbox, fuel-injected V12 engine, power-assisted steering, four-wheel disc brakes, quad exhaust outlets, Veglia instrumentation, retractable headlights, Carello-branded fog lights, side marker lights, "Pininfarina" badging, interior wood trim, air conditioning, Blaupunkt radio, center console, Michelin tires, alloy wheels, tool roll, and a full-size spare tire fitted in the front trunk. This example comes with an owner's manual booklet and manufacturer's literature. is timeless beauty is a true testament to Ferrari's unparalleled craftsmanship and performance, making it a must-have for any discerning collector or enthusiast. Notably, Ferrari produced a total of 1,305 samples of the Ferrari 400i, out of which only 422 were GT (manual) and the rest were automatic. This makes this particular model even more exclusive and sought after by collectors and enthusiasts alike. If you are in search of a classic Ferrari that combines timeless elegance with exhilarating performance, look no further than this extremely coveted Italian sports car that is mechanically sound. For $76,500​

 

[Joe500]

Anyone noticed the flat passenger door trim?

Does anyone know what W124 models/years came with that flat panel vs the correct 500E panel?

EDIT: It seems like this "flat" panel was used in cars with MB-TEX, while the "loose leather"/fluted door cards were used on cars with leather.