FOR SALE 1993 500E, Nautical Blue, 111kmi, Auction (UK) - Another Mr Atkinsons / Bean for sale

[Bund]

Another one of his 500's coming up for auction? This is the 3rd one now I've seen his name used against.

1993 Mercedes-Benz 500E - Property of Rowan Atkinson CBE For Sale by Auction | Car and Classic

1993 Mercedes-Benz 500E - Property of Rowan Atkinson CBE For Sale by Auction

www.carandclassic.co.uk

 

[Kyiv]

This is the most beautiful automotive color I have ever seen

 

[pablo2696]

Another one of his 500's coming up for auction? This is the 3rd one now I've seen his name used against.

Looks like it was owned by Mr Bean...

 

[gerryvz]

Indeed that is my personal favorite E500E color.

 

[Bund]

What's your thoughts on what it may achieve?

 

[oaklandw124]

Any idea how many 500E's were painted this color? I agree, it is perfect on the 500E.

 

[TimL]

Any idea how many 500E's were painted this color? I agree, it is perfect on the 500E.

I think it’s nautical blue. Check this really cool thread for actual built numbers

MB paint code & color reference | Body Shop

Thought this site might be useful as a reference for MB paint codes, including many/most of the codes for our E500Es. http://www.classicway.de/ Cheers, Gerry

www.500eboard.co

 

[gerryvz]

Any idea how many 500E's were painted this color? I agree, it is perfect on the 500E.

Appears that 201 cars were built in total, with only seven imported into the US.

https://www.500eboard.co/forums/wiki/?title=500E-Paint-Codes

 

[ShaneR]

Gerry, any idea how many remain in the US?

 

[gerryvz]

Nope, but it's probably safe to say that least 2/3 to 3/4 of them are still kicking in the US.

 

[gsxr]

Any data on how many Nautical 1993's were imported to Japan, where this car was allegedly delivered? Might be able to narrow down the VIN that way, along with the fabric interior.

 

[ShaneR]

Nope, but it's probably safe to say that least 2/3 to 3/4 of them are still kicking in the US.

Well mine is currently getting a refresh so it will be back it tip top condition soon!

 

[kwontumspeed]

This is my new favorite color, with the black interior. So sharp.

 

[Ntrepid]

@ShaneR is sending his Nautical Blue example to @jhodg5ck


Robert

 

[ShaneR]

@ShaneR is sending his Nautical Blue example to @jhodg5ck


Robert

It is already there!

 

[Bahnstormer]

It is a nice color, though I wonder what happened to the original headlights...?

 

[ricsim]

I like this colour too.
The coolant level's a little low.

 

[e500.org]

It is a nice color, though I wonder what happened to the original headlights...?

Drivers one looks OK, passenger side is a pedestrian W124 unit, likely the lens got a rock chip/crack and was replaced with a standard non 500E lens.

 

[Jlaa]

It is a nice color, though I wonder what happened to the original headlights...?

I love the upholstery. BTW - @Bahnstormer, I recognize you from pictures of your cars from Rennlist. Great to see you alive again.

 

[sheward]

That's my previously owned 500E in Bahnstormers photos. I don't mind saying he got a nice buy and is a deserving owner.

drew

 

[Jlaa]

That's my previously owned 500E in Bahnstormers photos. I don't mind saying he got a nice buy and is a deserving owner.

drew

Clearly it is the most special machine in the collection - otherwise why would it be in the middle of all the photos?

 

[sheward]

And a fine collection it is!

drew

 

[aliking]

my car has the same color, and the order location according to the vin is UK

 

[vdubpower]

This is the most beautiful automotive color I have ever seen

you can say that again