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Mercedes E320 CE
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Mercedes E320 CE | £8,495
Mileage: 105,877Model History
In September 1991 Mercedes-Benz introduced the E300 CE, a variant of the 124 series. The development was closely based on the coupe version sharing many of the same components. Each Cabriolet needed more than 130 kilograms of additional metal to structurally compensate for the 28 kilograms lost from the Coupe roof and to meet stringent safety standards. They were also fitted with four vibration absorbers to reduce the impact of scuttle shake, a common weak point of open top cars.
In 1993 the E300 was succeeded by the E320 with a 3.2-litre six-cylinder engine and four-valve technology which had the same power as the previous engine but achieved this at 900 rpm earlier than the 3.0-litre engine, maximum torque was considerably higher and noise emissions reduced.
The E320 also saw a stylistic change over the E300, the most obvious was the intergrated radiator grille which was redesigned after the S-Class with a narrower chrome surround with the Mercedes star placed on the bonnet. It also featured electronically extendable headrests that could be raised and lowered from both front and rear compartments. These also doubled as roll-over hoops and if un-extended in the event of an accident they would automatically be deployed in 0.3 seconds acting as a safety roll bar. The convertible roof stowed away under a roof cover leaving nothing visible above the body to disturb the sleek cabriolet lines. The fully retractable roof weighed 43 kilograms with 27 linkage parts and 34 joints, it only occupied 80 litres of space which meant that the car still retained a generous sized boot.
The E320 Cabriolet became a classic in its own right during its production and it has the potential to become a genuine piece of automotive history as its production period was fairly brief and the number of cars built relatively low.
Production of the E-Class Cabriolet ended in July 1997, it was the last of the 124 series to be produced.
Equipment
Electric windows, Drivers airbag, Heated rear window, PAS, Electric mirrors, Electric convertible roof, Automatic extending seat belt restraints, JVC cd player, Electric rear head rests, Central locking.
Exterior
This E320 CE is finished in Metallic black with a contrasting grey lower sill. The paintwork is in great condition with no rust spots and very few stone chips or marks to be found, The plastic and chrome trim is mostly free from damage and none fading. The hood is slowly starting to show its age aesthetically but is in full working order while opening and closing smoothly with ease of operation.
Interior
The black leather seats are in fine condition with no tears or wear, the rear seats being especially clean and tidy. The centre console gadgets, dash and switch gear is all still working perfectly and the black carpet is still looking clean and unmarked. The boot still houses the original spare wheel and jack.
Engine & Transmission
With a well stamped maintenance booklet spanning its mileage you can tell that this Mercedes has been looked after. The engine bay is clean defying the cars current mileage and more in tune to a car with half the miles. With the roof down this CE is a real pleasure to drive, the car travels effortlessly through the winding roads and the 4 speed automatic gearbox pulls through the gears smoothly.
Wheels, Tyres & Brakes
This car has the Mercedes factory 15" alloy wheels which are all in good condition with no kerb marks to be found and shod in matching Michelin tyres. The brakes feel strong and precise pulling the car up in a straight and smooth line.
History File
First registered on the 5th of March 1993 this CE had its important running in service at 2250 miles. It then has a fully stamped service record with 14 stamps in the original service booklet.
The original document holder is still present with all the owners guides and manuals.