SOLD 1993 500E 6.0L Väth, Almandine Red/Black Fabric, 145kkm, €0.17M (Hammersbach, Germany)

[gsxr]

No affiliation. Credit to @dreaming.haze for locating this. Gorgeous car. Wheels aren't my fave, but easy to swap. Bit of a stripper with no driver seat memory, no heated seats, no rear roller blind. Wouldn't be surprised if it also didn't have rear reading lamps or Sound System (not enough photos to tell).

Possibly has AMG E60 suspension. Curious what front brake upgrade it has... also what driveshaft mods were performed, and why. Taller axle ratio will increase top speed to near 175mph / 280kph. Absolutely LOVE the VDO gauge modification adding the oil temp. I've NEVER seen this before and would love love love to replicate it. Need to find out where the temp sensor is located, and how the gauge movement was added! This looks 100% factory and is so much cleaner than the Brabus solution, which looked cobbled & tacked on.

VIN = WDB1240361B863299 (see post #22 below)

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Description​

Sale from private owner. Mercedes Benz 500 E, 6.0 W124.​

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Selling my Mercedes 500 E with increased displacement to 5,953 cm³ from Väth Motorentechnik GmbH.​

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The collector's item rolls on three-part BBS rims with mixed tires VA 245/40 ZR 18 and HA 275/35 ZR 18. Completely new Michelin Pilot Sport tires. Original AMG chassis on front and rear axles. Large brake system on front axle. BBS rims 8.5 + 9.5J x 18" without damage. Overall condition of the vehicle according to the insurance report from Classic Data 2+. Color: Almadin red metallic. ​

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Garage car without rust. Very well maintained, first hand. The original Becker radio was replaced with a Becker Online Pro with navigation, telephone, MP3, Internet, DVD, CD and radio. The telephone has a hands-free system. In the trunk there is a CD changer from Becker of the "Silverstone" type. ​

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The instrument cluster has been modified to "300 KMH" with an additional oil temperature display. Wooden steering wheel from AMG. Fire extinguisher under the driver's seat. The differential ratio was changed from 2.86 to 2.65 including a reinforced drive shaft. ​

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The original emission class of Euro2 was reduced to the emission class Euro3 using EGS. The vehicle is in a very well-maintained condition and has been regularly serviced. The vehicle has been registered as a classic car since January 2024 and is immediately available without guarantee or warranty.​

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Accident-free​

Engine capacity: 5953 cm³​

Environmental badge: 4 (green)​

Number of vehicle owners: 1 (<-- not sure about this, ad copy never states the seller purchased this new)​

MOT: 8/2025​

Color: Red metallic (Almandine Rot)​

Color of interior: Black​

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Equipment​

ABS, armrest, CD player, ESP, electric windows, electric side mirrors, hands-free system, leather steering wheel, alloy wheels, navigation system, fog lights, non-smoking vehicle, smoker's package, full service history, headlight cleaning, power steering, summer tires, sports suspension, sports package, sports seats, traction control, central locking​

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The price is negotiable.​

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Private seller​

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63546 Hammersbach​

Germany​

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[WDB748372]

VIN = TBD (possibly B8xxxxx or B9xxxxx if it was built near the first registration date of April 1993)

The most I could narrow it down to is 7:
512/071 combo w/ fire extinguisher but w/o heated seats, roller blind, stationary heater, driver seat memory, automatic climate control
WDB1240361B464072 (3/91)
WDB1240361B493962 (3/91)
WDB1240361B494234 (3/91)
WDB1240361B672277 (12/91)
WDB1240361B813084 (7/92)
WDB1240361B863299 (10/92)
WDB1240361B865287 (10/92)

Posting all in case others might have more info. Bit of a tough one.

 

[TimL]

No affiliation. Credit to @dreaming.haze for locating this. Gorgeous car. Wheels aren't my fave, but easy to swap. Bit of a stripper with no heated seats, no rear roller blind. Wouldn't be surprised if it also didn't have rear reading lamps or Sound System (not enough photos to tell).

Possibly has AMG E60 suspension. Curious what front brake upgrade it has... also what driveshaft mods were performed, and why. Taller axle ratio will increase top speed to near 175mph / 280kph. Absolutely LOVE the VDO gauge modification adding the oil temp. I've NEVER seen this before and would love love love to replicate it. Need to find out where the temp sensor is located, and how the gauge movement was added! This looks 100% factory and is so much cleaner than the Brabus solution, which looked cobbled & tacked on.

VIN = TBD (possibly B8xxxxx or B9xxxxx if it was built near the first registration date of )

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Description​

Sale from private owner. Mercedes Benz 500 E, 6.0 W124.​

​

Selling my Mercedes 500 E with increased displacement to 5,953 cm³ from Väth Motorentechnik GmbH.​

​

The collector's item rolls on three-part BBS rims with mixed tires VA 245/40 ZR 18 and HA 275/35 ZR 18. Completely new Michelin Pilot Sport tires. Original AMG chassis on front and rear axles. Large brake system on front axle. BBS rims 8.5 + 9.5J x 18" without damage. Overall condition of the vehicle according to the insurance report from Classic Data 2+. Color: Almadin red metallic. ​

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Garage car without rust. Very well maintained, first hand. The original Becker radio was replaced with a Becker Online Pro with navigation, telephone, MP3, Internet, DVD, CD and radio. The telephone has a hands-free system. In the trunk there is a CD changer from Becker of the "Silverstone" type. ​

​

The instrument cluster has been modified to "300 KMH" with an additional oil temperature display. Wooden steering wheel from AMG. Fire extinguisher under the driver's seat. The differential ratio was changed from 2.86 to 2.65 including a reinforced drive shaft. ​

​

The original emission class of Euro2 was reduced to the emission class Euro3 using EGS. The vehicle is in a very well-maintained condition and has been regularly serviced. The vehicle has been registered as a classic car since January 2024 and is immediately available without guarantee or warranty.​

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Accident-free​

Engine capacity: 5953 cm³​

Environmental badge: 4 (green)​

Number of vehicle owners: 1 (<-- not sure about this, ad copy never states the seller purchased this new)​

MOT: 8/2025​

Color: Red metallic (Almandine Rot)​

Color of interior: Black​

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Equipment​

ABS, armrest, CD player, ESP, electric windows, electric side mirrors, hands-free system, leather steering wheel, alloy wheels, navigation system, fog lights, non-smoking vehicle, smoker's package, full service history, headlight cleaning, power steering, summer tires, sports suspension, sports package, sports seats, traction control, central locking​

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The price is negotiable.​

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Private seller​

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63546 Hammersbach​

Germany​

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View attachment 208518​

If you like the oil temp display, maybe consider asking at Väth? They are still up and running and who knows, their vintage car restoration branch might still have all the info.

 

[Jlaa]

Whoah! I love the oil temp display AND I love the interior (even though I normally dislike black) because the houndstooth inserts look stellar.

 

[Markus-MD]

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Hallo, da mich das Problem zur Zeit beschäftigt eine Frage zu. Hat Jemand einen Ölkühler am M102 Motor nachgerüstet, wenn ja welches Fabrikat Öl- Kühler wurde verwendet und wo/wie eingebaut, gern mit Foto? Mich interessieren ausschließlich technische…

w201.com

Look here .Is in german but some pics is easypeasy to see.
I hope i can do this here so??

 

[jnes]

I wonder when the conversion is made by Väth.. I'm playing the idea that is it really so that you can easily add 100k to asking price if/when the car is converted to 6.0 regardless when it's converted.

In business wise it would make sense to convert car to 6.0 before you sell it and add +100k for the price tag.

Of course you can always ask what you want but different thing who is going to pay those asking prices..

 

[gsxr]

The most I could narrow it down to is 7:
512/071 combo w/ fire extinguisher but w/o heated seats, roller blind, stationary heater, driver seat memory, automatic climate control
WDB1240361B464072 (3/91)
WDB1240361B493962 (3/91)
WDB1240361B494234 (3/91)
WDB1240361B672277 (12/91)
WDB1240361B813084 (7/92)
WDB1240361B863299 (10/92)
WDB1240361B865287 (10/92)

Posting all in case others might have more info. Bit of a tough one.

Thanks! Since it was registered in spring 1993, I'm guessing it may be one of the last couple VIN's. Can't tell for sure without additional photos or other information.

 

[ArauzMotoring]

I love BBS RS wheels but those lips to 18” don’t do the wheels and the car justice, imo. Interior looks great though!

 

[Jlaa]

I love BBS RS wheels but those lips to 18” don’t do the wheels and the car justice, imo. Interior looks great though!

Are those 17" centers with 18" lips modified to take 17" centers? Looks kinda goofy to me.

 

[jnes]

Yep, 18" RS were/are 17" but wider (triple step) lips and barrels.. I agree they look kinda goofy.

 

[duuder]

Yep, 18" RS were/are 17" but wider (triple step) lips and barrels.. I agree they look kinda goofy.

Its a crazy looking step for that lip..

 

[gsxr]

If I won the Powerball and bought this car, the wheels would be top of the list to fix immediately upon delivery. Some BBS wheels look nice, but to my eyes, these aren't the ones.

 

[195910]

It needs a set of BBS Super RS wheels. Unfortunately its not made with wider setups (BBS focus on VAG applications)

 

[500AMM]

What's hidden behind that blurry spot?

 

[500AMM]

M102 Motor, Ölkühler nachrüsten - w201.com | 190er-Community

Hallo, da mich das Problem zur Zeit beschäftigt eine Frage zu. Hat Jemand einen Ölkühler am M102 Motor nachgerüstet, wenn ja welches Fabrikat Öl- Kühler wurde verwendet und wo/wie eingebaut, gern mit Foto? Mich interessieren ausschließlich technische…

w201.com

Look here .Is in german but some pics is easypeasy to see.
I hope i can do this here so??

Thanks Markus!

Can you post full size pics please?

 

[gsxr]

What's hidden behind that blurry spot?

I suspect that's a vMax delete box which was available from an aftermarket company in Europe back in the 90's. Some old info is here. If anyone has a picture of this unicorn box, I'd love to add it to my website for archival.

 

[gerryvz]

I have posted photos of my V-Max box in the past, and am happy to again if desired.

I also met with the engineer who made this product, at his house, many years ago. His main job was working on contract engineering projects for nearby Carlsson.

 

[gsxr]

I have posted photos of my V-Max box in the past, and am happy to again if desired.

I also met with the engineer who made this product, at his house, many years ago. His main job was working on contract engineering projects for nearby Carlsson.

Gerry, yes please! I must have missed these photos previously.

 

[gerryvz]

It was many many years ago. Perhaps even on 500Ecstasy. I have the wiring/instruction sheet, too



Here you go …. Post #1

A brief trip DEEP into the GVZ Archives & Parts Warehouse | High-Performance Modifications

 

[gerryvz]

It was many many years ago. Perhaps even on 500Ecstasy. I have the wiring/instruction sheet, too

Here you go …. Post #1

A brief trip DEEP into the GVZ Archives & Parts Warehouse | High-Performance Modifications

This stuff (V-Max box, unused BergWerks FGS box, etc.) is gonna be GOLD when I kick the bucket in about 25 years.

Someone here is gonna score some great parts at a fire sale price from my estate.

 

[FD.]

For many years, VÄTH have been – and perhaps still are – a very active seller of BBS rims among their customers.

I’m not sure about now, but in the early 2000s, they used to fit similar classic-style rims on many of their own cars, from the R170 to the W211.

p.s. sellers location = 63546 Hammersbach - is just 50 (!) km away from VÄTH HQ

 

[weide1]

Car registration documents.

 

[500EAMG]

Car registration documents.

Hello Weide1. Do you know who bought this Almandin car? since you have a copy of the car registration papers. thanks!
0651163317

 

[weide1]

Hello Weide1. Do you know who bought this Almandin car? since you have a copy of the car registration papers. thanks!
0651163317

Ik heb geen idee. Niet aan mij in ieder geval.

 

[TerryA]

@weide1,
English Please!

 

[weide1]

@weide1,
English Please!

Sorry.
"I have no idea. Not to me, anyway".

 

[Otrebla49]

No affiliation.

Do you know who bought this Almandin car?

I can't answer that question either - but the same car seems to be for sale again (and for € 50k LESS!)

Mercedes-Benz500
E (E60 AMG-Umbau) Väth BBS Klima 2. Hand

Almandinrot/Black-Karo
145kkm, € 0.12M, Alzenau-DE (Cara Automobile)

https://www.autoscout24.de/angebote/mercedes-benz-500-e-e60-amg-umbau-vaeth-bbs-klima-2-hand-benzin-rot-40c6f1ce-1f88-4f0a-a0d7-fa4976d3b948?utm_source=web-native-share&utm_campaign=share

Vehicle Description

Mercedes-Benz 500 E (E60 AMG Conversion by Väth Motorentechnik)
For sale is an exceptional Mercedes-Benz 500 E, extensively modified and converted to E60 AMG specifications by Väth Motorentechnik in Hösbach in the mid-1990s. As early as 1995, the car received an AMG sport suspension from the Mercedes-Benz branch in Offenbach, before Väth upgraded the engine to a 6.0-liter V8 producing 381 hp and installed a reinforced braking system in 1997/98. This makes this 500 E one of the rarest conversions, transforming the already legendary sports sedan into a truly unique vehicle.

The car's history is documented: Originally delivered as a demonstrator by the Mercedes-Benz branch in Offenbach, it has been with its second owner since 1993. All modifications, maintenance, and inspections are documented by invoices, parts certificates, and TÜV reports. Most recently, a classic car appraisal according to §23 of the German Road Traffic Act (StVZO) was carried out in August 2023, resulting in historic vehicle registration (H-Zulassung).

The vehicle presents itself in very good, well-maintained condition, both technically and visually, with minor signs of wear (patina). A rare classic with a documented history and high resale value.

Standard Equipment

• Exhaust emission control system with oxidation catalytic converter (I noticed, after Dave's question, that an aftermarket EGS-93/KBA-16932 emission-reduction device for cat-warm-up fastening might have been installed around 2003-04 - see attached pics link on post below)
• 4-speed automatic transmission
• Almandine Red Metallic paint
• Anti-lock braking system (ABS) and traction control (ASR)
• Self-leveling rear axle
• Headlight wiper system
• Central locking
• No model designation on the trunk lid
• Interior/Upholstery: Black checkered fabric - black partial leather
• Air conditioning
• Cruise control
• Outside temperature display
• Tachometer - additional oil temperature gauge and speedometer up to 300 km/h
• Airbags for driver and front passenger
• Heat-insulating glass all around and sun visor in the windshield
• Wood/leather steering wheel
• Electrically adjustable front seats
• Sport seats front and rear
• Power windows on driver and front passenger doors as well as rear doors
• Electrically adjustable and heated right-side exterior mirror
• Folding center armrest in the front and rear seats
• Storage compartment in the front storage tray Lockable
• Walnut wood trim
• Storage compartment in the rear
• Fire extinguisher in the footwell in front of the driver's seat
• Illuminated sun visor with vanity mirror
• Rear reading lights
• Rear headrests
• Map/storage pockets on the back of the front seats
• Becker telephone on the right side of the center console

Modifications

• Water-cooled 6.0-liter V8 engine, 5,953 cc, with 280 kW / 381 hp from Väth Motorentechnik GmbH
• AMG suspension modification, including suspension springs for the front and rear axles in conjunction with matching shock absorbers and a torsion bar for the front axle
• Differential ratio changed from 2.86 to 2.65 and reinforced drive shafts installed
• 18-inch BBS alloy wheels with 245/40 ZR 18 tires at the front and 275/35 ZR 18 at the rear 18
• Brake system type B-R129
• BECKER ONLINE PRO audio system with BECKER SILVERSTONE 2660 6-disc CD changer, rear speakers, and ALPINE 3544 power amplifier in the trunk

Service/History
• Original service booklet with vehicle data card
• Original purchase invoice for a "demonstration company vehicle" from the Mercedes-Benz
Offenbach am Main branch, dated June 7, 1993
• Various invoices/receipts/technical documents relating to maintenance, service, repair, and modification work performed on the vehicle - Original expert report classifying the vehicle as a classic car according to § 23 StVZO (German Road Traffic Act), H-registration

The vehicle can be viewed and test-driven by prior arrangement. Please feel free to contact us by phone if you have any further questions.

Vehicle is being sold on behalf/consignment of a client.

Cara Automobile
Röntgenstr. 4 / corner with Junkersstr. 5

63755 Alzenau

Our offers are prepared conscientiously and carefully, and most of the data is imported via interfaces. Nevertheless, we ask for your understanding that we cannot assume any guarantee or liability for potential errors in the advertisement. This is a non-binding offer. Subject to changes, input errors, mistakes, and prior sale.

Alberto

PS. @gsxr may be that blurred box was a type of WUR from GAT - registration documents shared by @weide1 show this car is equipped with GAT cats (on the 2nd page with amendments after Väth conversion was done).

 

[Otrebla49]

PS. @gsxr may be that blurred box was a type of WUR from GAT - registration documents shared by @weide1 show this car is equipped with GAT cats (on the 2nd page with amendments after Väth conversion was done).

I added translated text for seller's description on this 500E - also made a note there, besides cat-type, as to the EGS/WUR for getting E2-D3 (internal classes, only used for Germany, intended to reduce road tax on cars built before 1999):

EGS GAT Kaltlaufregler Mercedes W126 W124 R129 500 560 16932 NT02 EGS, 79,99 €

Abgasminderungssystem mit Einbauanleitung und Gutachten (PDF via Mail) für folgende Fahrzeuge: W126 ab 1987 500SEL 500SE 500SEC, 560SE 560SEL 560SEC W124 ab

www.teileshop-db.de

Alberto

 

[TerryA]

Was this car repainted? The pics don’t add up. Door jamb and radiator pics are not almondine like exterior pic.

 

[gsxr]

Was this car repainted? The pics don’t add up. Door jamb and radiator pics are not almondine like exterior pic.

Terry, I think it's just bad lighting. The door jamb and radiator support pics show pretty close to accurate color. However, most of the exterior photos show MUCH darker than actual, closer to Cabernet/Pajett Red which is a dark burgundy. Almandine/Garnet Red is brighter.

 

[TerryA]

Sorry @gsxr, I’m not convinced. That exterior is way darker in all pics. The under hood and jambs are way lighter in color. More like @Jlaa’s car.

I will confess that I’m looking at the pics on my I-Phone 13 and even the multiple tiny side shots look darker. Maybe would look different on my laptop.

Sure would lick better pics of this car.

 

[gsxr]

Yup, I see what you are seeing. The exterior photos are just plain bad. But, that does look like Almandine Red, a metallic paint.

Cabernet/Pajett is much, much darker and more of a deep burgundy (also a metallic paint).
Signal Red (Jlaa's car) is much brighter with a tinge of orange hue (and, is non-metallic).

Snips below are from the Paintwork & Upholstery brochure. The lower section with contrasting color is the shade on the bumpers and Sacco panels.

 

[036]

Sold?

 

[gerryvz]

I thought the same thing Terry, when I saw the door jamb photo. But when I saw the other exterior photos, they were definitely correct Almandine Red. I happened to look on the VIN database, and that car also was spec'd with Almandine Red.

 

[Otrebla49]

Sold?

View attachment 232233

New ad from the seller - found on the suggestions from same website, underneath the screen you got..

https://www.autoscout24.de/angebote/mercedes-benz-500-e-e60-amg-umbau-vaeth-bbs-klima-2-hand-benzin-rot-39f591fd-438b-41d4-842d-398b6efacd1f

Adding some more pics too with rather better lighting (?), in case doubts about colour still uncleared.

Alberto

 

[gsxr]

Sunlight pictures are much better. Looks like proper Almandine now.