SOLD 1992 500E, Silver/Gray, 187kmi, $30k (BHCC, Los Angeles, CA) - Massive rust!

[Bogeyman]

Don't know if this is the same car - now showing on BHCC and Hemmings with no VIN visible...

UPDATE: VIN = WDBEA36E3NB639118

https://www.hemmings.com/classifieds/dealer/mercedes-benz/500e/2777169.html

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 Brilliant Silver Metallic (744) complemented with a Gray (278) interior. This vehicle is a true testament to the collaboration between two automotive powerhouses, Mercedes-Benz and Porsche...

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Odo shows 187kmi.


1992 Mercedes-Benz 500E

Introducing this 1992 Mercedes-Benz 500E that is finished in its factory color Brilliant Silver Metallic (744) complemented with a Gray (278) interior. This vehicle is a true testament to the collaboration between two automotive powerhouses, Mercedes-Benz and Porsche. Equipped with an automatic transmission, V8 engine, twin exhaust finishers, power-assisted steering, VDO instrumentation, sunroof, four-wheel disc brakes, four-spoke steering wheel, Cooper CS4 Touring tires, and eight-hole alloy wheels. Convenience features include air conditioning, electrically adjustable seats, center console, cruise control, outside rearview mirrors (right electrically controlled), power windows, headlamp wiper/washer, armrest, door pockets, and sun visors with vanity mirrors. This vehicle comes with a CARFAX report, providing peace of mind to potential buyers.

As a special feature, the collaboration between Mercedes-Benz and Porsche is truly noteworthy. This partnership resulted in a vehicle that seamlessly combines the best of both worlds, with Mercedes-Benz's renowned engineering prowess and Porsche's performance expertise coming together to create a truly exceptional driving machine. In addition to its luxurious design, it's important to note that this particular 500E has some rust in the undercarriage. While this may require some attention, it does not detract from the overall appeal and desirability of this classic Mercedes-Benz model. Do not miss your chance to own this German classic that is mechanically sound.

For $29,950

 

[gsxr]

OMG. I think this wins the award for worst battery compartment, ever. Also it was in a front-end accident, the upper radiator support has been replaced. "Some rust in the undercarriage"? There are freakin' holes in the floor!!! $30k ask is ludicrous, especially when a creampuff sub-100k car from a collector just sold on BaHaT for mid-30's. I can't see this beyond mid-teens, even then... wow.

This VIN was not previously listed on the forum.

 

[doolar]

The Atlantic Ocean is rather vast, but not vast enough to mask the stench of bondo all the way to my living room here in Sweden. If it’s that bad underneath, it is way way worse all around. Bring magnets!

 

[ace10]

This particular 500E has some metal remaining in the undercarriage.

 

[sheward]

Front subframe is rusted thru and it looks like the jack point may be collapsed. Whoa!

 

[Draginev]

I don't understand. No salted roads on LA, it is near the sea. But somehow gets heavily rusted. Never been washed and polished? This is a mystery.

If someone can crack this. I'm curious to learn.

 

[gsxr]

I don't understand. No salted roads on LA, it is near the sea. But somehow gets heavily rusted. Never been washed and polished? This is a mystery.

If someone can crack this. I'm curious to learn.

@Draginev - Check out the Carfax & Autocheck reports. The car spent most of its life in northeastern USA, where roads are salted in winter.

It was picked up by a dealer in LA / SoCal, but that could be the first time it's ever been to the southwest.

 

[Draginev]

@Draginev - Check out the Carfax & Autocheck reports. The car spent most of its life in northeastern USA, where roads are salted in winter.

It was picked up by a dealer in LA / SoCal, but that could be the first time it's ever been to the southwest.

Aahh!!! this make alot of sense now. I missed that one. Thank you!


I don't even know if the car can be saved, if someone has a lot of time/resources to wield the undercarriage completely restored. Or lowering the price to use as a donor.

 

[a777fan]

Yeah 100pct parts donor.

 

[duuder]

You cannot keep a collectable car w/o having a winter beater in the east coast, they salt too much here

 

[maw1124]

I was just about to say, just part the damned car already. Geeezzz...

maw

 

[MY911S]

This is a dealer that is known to have questionable cars propped up/beautified in order to sell. I know about them from the Porsche world. A lot of tempting cars but you really have to be careful here.

 

[gsxr]

Shockingly, this car is marked "sold". I'd love to know where it went and what the sale price was.

For only 10% more than the ask on this rolling parts car, this sold yesterday with far fewer miles and no rust.