SOLD 1993 500E, Smoke Silver/Cream-Beige, 225kmi, BaT (Statesville, NC)

[gsxr]

More pics.

 

[gsxr]

Docs.

 

[gsxr]

Final docs.

 

[TerryA]

What happened that the engine needed a rebuild at 110K miles? That’s weird.

 

[gsxr]

What happened that the engine needed a rebuild at 110K miles? That’s weird.

The engine was NOT rebuilt. That's, ahem, "creative license" by either BaHaT, or the selling consignment dealer. See post #3 along with the 2005 invoice. New timing chain, sprockets, lifters, and head gaskets does NOT constitute a "rebuild". A true rebuild includes removal of the crank & pistons along with new crank & rod bearings, and new piston rings, at a minimum. The bottom end was untouched on this engine (other than the oil pump - twice).

Note that the same shop replace the timing chain and oil pump a SECOND time (very likely, completely unnecessary) in 2015, less than 100kmi later. Chains & oil pumps should last the life of the engine (500kmi or beyond, like Glen's car)... they aren't something you change every 100kmi.

Shops like this give our cars a bad name. Good for those of us who know better, but not so great otherwise.

 

[Bogeyman]

Open checkbooks are good for business...

 

[gsxr]

Seller's final-morning comment is touting a "full engine rebuild"... sigh...

 

[steve h]

Back on BaHaT.

This sold in Oct-2021 for $32k... and the owner dropped an additional $20k into repairs, surpassing @gerryvz's Law. Wow.

Even bigger "wow", look at the $20k invoice details. Talk about taking advantage of a customer. $95 for a thermostat. $64 for antifreeze. Water pump PULLEY for $129 (why!)? $100 for ceramic fuses. $668 for a fan clutch (probably aftermarket). $465 for a starter. $10k parts, $10k labor.

1993 Mercedes-Benz 500E

Bid for the chance to own a 1993 Mercedes-Benz 500E at auction with Bring a Trailer, the home of the best vintage and classic cars online. Lot #197,173.

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This 1993 Mercedes-Benz 500E spent approximately 21 years with its previous owner and was acquired by the current owner on BaT in October 2021. Service documents from August 2022 totaling nearly $20k are viewable in the gallery and detail work performed by The Foreign Service, Inc. of Raleigh, North Carolina. The car is powered by a 5.0-liter M119 V8 paired with a four-speed automatic transmission and is finished in Smoke Silver Metallic over Beige leather. Equipment includes 18″ BBS AMG Aero II two-piece wheels, a power sunroof, fog lights, Automatic Slip Control, automatic climate control, a Continental head unit, heated power-adjustable front seats, and cruise control. This W124 500E has 225k miles and is now offered on dealer consignment with manufacturer’s literature, a tool roll, service records, a clean Carfax report, and a clean North Carolina title.

The 500E was assembled by Porsche and featured wheel arch flares, revised bodywork, and a lower ride height when compared to other W124 models. This example is finished in Smoke Silver Metallic (702) with darker lower cladding. Exterior details include headlight wipers, integrated fog lights, a retractable antenna, and a power sunroof. The roof has been refinished, and the paint has been touched up in various places.

The 18” BBS AMG Aero II two-piece wheels were fitted under current ownership and are mounted with Michelin Cross Climate 2 tires with 2022 date codes. The car is equipped with Automatic Slip Control (ASR). Braking is handled by four-wheel ventilated discs. The steering gear, tie rods, drag link, steering damper, and idler arm were replaced in August 2022.

The power-adjustable front seats and rear bench are upholstered in beige leather and are joined by a color-coordinated lower dashboard, door panels, and carpeting. Interior elements include automatic climate control, a Becker cassette stereo, a power-adjustable steering column, dual front airbags, cruise control, a rear-window sun shade, a telephone in the center console, and a Continental head unit with Bluetooth connectivity. The seat bolsters are worn, the wood trim is cracked, and the leather on the B-pillar is shrinking.

The four-spoke leather-wrapped steering wheel frames a 160-mph speedometer, a tachometer, an analog clock, and gauges for oil pressure, coolant temperature, and fuel level. The six-digit mechanical odometer shows 225k miles, approximately 2k of which were added under current ownership. The illumination control module was repaired in August 2022. Wear is visible on the steering wheel rim.

The 5.0-liter M119 DOHC V8 was rebuilt in March 2005 by Bell’s Service Inc. of Paramus, New Jersey, at 110k miles. Service in August 2022 included engine wiring harness repairs, resealing the oil level sensor and upper timing covers, and replacing the water pump, auxiliary water pump, belt tensioner, and the engine and transmission mounts.

Power is sent to the rear wheels through a four-speed automatic transmission that was rebuilt in September 2009. The driveshaft was reconditioned, a transmission service was performed, and the cooler hoses, shift rod bushings, and starter were replaced in August 2022. The Carfax is free of accidents or other reported damage.

They really took the customer to the cleaners with their invoice. Avoid at all costs this garage in NC.

 

[Bogeyman]

Bid to $26.5K - RNM.

 

[Bogeyman]

BAT now claims sold for $32K + fees after hours.

 

[gsxr]

Sold for $32k + fees, around $33,600 plus T/T/T/T.

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