Driving The 1989 Mercedes-Benz 300E W124 - Silky Smooth German Nostalgia (POV Binaural Audio)

[@mattiagnagno757]

The W124 was actually quite the opposite of a brick, it might have looked like one, but at the time it was one of the most aerodynamic cars built, and still quite great today.

[@LanaaAmor]

definitely doesn't look aerodynamic

[@formatique_arschloch]

I think it was the most aerodynamic mass produced car.

[@MrDiarukia]

W124 has a cW of 0.3, later on optimized to 0.26. Other noteworthy models are W203 with 0.26 and W212 with 0.25

[@hseochin]

@@formatique_arschloch Very impressive cd 0.29 for 1986 era produced car !

[@at9670]

@@hseochinmercedes had a lot of moneey

[@gunterlauch2264]

My Grandfather gave me his 1988 300E when he passed away, it also has the really rare „Reiserechner“ Computer in the instrument cluster. I love it and will keep it (hopefully) forever.

[@heimatliebe116]

Ich wünsche Ihnen viel Freude an diesem wunderbaren Auto. Ich fahre einen 88er 300TE mit geschätzten 400 Tausend Kilometern auf dem Tacho.

[@justinhenderson5710]

@@heimatliebe116 me T00! Last year. 1995. 226k miles. Dailydriver. Carry my mountain bikes.

[@heimatliebe116]

@@justinhenderson5710 Wonderful! I wish you many, many more miles of beautiful motoring!

[@MySticky123]

Ich hab den reiserechner auch im 260e, einfach ein klasse Feature und super cool für die Zeit. Das Auto ist einfach herrlich beruhigend in der Fahrweise. So hat Mercedes ja damals auch geworben ;)

[@Seatter_S]

Shame about your grandfather but to keep his legacy you should keep that car as a reminder everytime you see it.

[@MrCarGuy]

The quality of old Mercedes is sorely missed

[@MrCarGuy]

@@bwofficial1776 Cost-cuts during the 90s are a pretty big myth. They were actually spending more than ever trying to keep up with the Japanese. It was really around 2002, a few years after the start of Daimler-Chrysler, where terrible decisions were made. Even more towards the end of the Daimler-Chrysler era. Many point to interior plastic failure and rust issues, etc., but both of those were due to costly experimentation with new methods (lightweight materials to catch up to Japanese plastics dominance, and better corrosion protection methods).

[@TomWooton]

The interior and dash are perfection. Cars now look like they are designed for a 6-year-old. Christmas lights everywhere so cheesy, tacky, backward and stupid. But that's what the Chinese market likes. Cultural revolution left nothing but trash. Mindless consumers.

[@LlyleHunter]

One generation back was even better

[@zoblezarzoblezar2317]

@@TomWooton things evolve Jorge

[@marcel9568]

Things got worse, Zoblizar.

[@borisgrosu7447]

My father owns a w124 200E Diesel. It is his first car and also his daily driver until now. That car has more than 800.000 KM and Runs Smoothly. My childhood was spent rinding this car thinking that my dad was the coolest out there rideing it. Now I am looking to buy one for myself. I just fell in love with the interior and exterior design of that car. It is even more special because you dont see these cars on the road that often.

[@apoloz1]

The W124 it's simply the best or nothing, Bruno Sacco managed to made one of the most beautiful sedans ever

[@gene6690]

My dad had the 260E version of this car. It had done over 400 000 miles with only one side shaft replaced and a set of injectors installed. Truly one of the best and most durable road cars ever made

[@davesmith5092]

80s Mercedes was the best. I've had several W123 diesels. Excellent cars.

[@costamesa22]

Yes the diesels especially would go 500,000 miles or more. Definitely seen them as taxi 🚕 cabs in parts of Europe and other parts of the world.

[@coxsen999]

@@costamesa22 Diesel Mercs of the era were unstoppable but one measured 0 - 60 Mph for 4 and 5 cyl ones not in seconds but days , fantastic cars though

[@franneck1989]

this car is absolutely legend. you can still see them really often here in Germany, because everybody knows about it's quality and reliability. But you need to know that it is liable to rust, especially the late models with water based paint

[@pascutia]

I adore these things. Such a beautiful era from Mercedes. Everything is so intelligently laid out under the hood, and the working space is so nice to see.

[@SeansGarageCars]

I had the pleasure of using a ‘90 300E as a daily driver from 222,000 to 238,000 miles in one year. I am SHOCKED at the level of quality that was built into these cars. It didn’t matter if it was parked outside overnight in below zero temps, it would fire up on the first crank at 4:30 the next morning to promptly carry me to work! The one you drove in your video, with 200,000 less miles, seemed to drive exactly the same as mine did in almost every way. Now that is impressive!

[@jeremyb408]

I had the pleasure of driving a 90 300E (in black) for some years. It was a fantastic daily driver which had no faults with very little maintenance required. It was the epitome of 'they don't build them like they used to.'

[@susancorgi]

My dad used to drive me to school with one of these. Still love the look of it. The interior is so simple and elegant.

[@rogue107]

I had one about 15 years ago. Great car. I love the way the old Benz's feel like a tank and accelerate like a locomotive. I think some early examples of the W124 were available with a manual, but the take rate was low.

[@martinsv9183]

4 or 5 speed manuals were the most common option in the 4 cyl w124 in Europe. But you could get also the 300E and 300E -24 with a 5 speed manual. I've driven a 300E with 5 speed manual. Was actually pretty fun. Felt pretty quick when you downshiftet to 2:nd and floored it.

[@eg4449]

I owned a 1986 Anthracite /with tan interior. I was the second owner. It was a magnificent vehicle to drive on the highway. It was solid. The single windshield wiper wowed everyone. Its double firewall engine bay seemed very unique and intelligent. The only problem I had was that it had the air conditioner refrigerant was inferior when Mercedes tried something new. It The dealer and other shops couldn't get that A/C cold....but that was my only real complaint. There were no built in cupholders at the time, but an aftermarket window hung was a partial work around. It was a tremendously confident vehicle to cruise in. These were some of the last vehicles that Mercedes built that were formidable. The new ones are not the same. They are are not made to last...these were. Also of note, the sunroof. The sunroof has a hand crank tool available in case the power goes out to the sunroof...allows you to open or close it by hand in case of such a failure.

[@thekrimsonchin6023]

@@martinsv9183 What is with the US and not getting a manual option on vehicles, if only!

[@planej6315]

@@thekrimsonchin6023 Trust me, you don't want the W124 as a manual. It's very slushy, wiggly and not fun to drive compared to the smoother automatic. I bet there's no one on this planet who manages to shift from 1st to 2nd in a W124 without the car jerking a bit.

[@gianpieroguglielmucci8907]

@@planej6315 I can shift my w124 without any jerking.

[@joergschoettle6959]

The emergency triangle at 3:18 actually goes in the trunk lid! So many clever features built into these cars other manufacturers never even thought about.

[@joetacchino4470]

My parents had an '88, so this car is super familiar. How could you not demostrate the remote dropping headrests? :)

[@LordOfChaos.x]

Remote what ...

[@nirfz]

Something i still am angry that they dropped. Had them in a 94 ' c-class and a 2002 E-class and miss that feature in my W212.

[@tomclanys]

@@LordOfChaos.x yup, the backseat head rests drop down with a push of a button, so you can see more out of the rear window. Funky feature.

[@justletitsliiide]

Yes! My 1st car was a w202 C180 and that was my party trick haha Scared so many that didn't expect it

[@audioisgood]

I was thinking the same thing!!! Such a great feature.

[@Sidvicious]

Hi! Little tip from a W-124-owner: The emergency-triangle can be fittet on the inside of the trunk-lid. It's the original way to store it and it can be seen, when the lid is open while standing on the side of the road.

[@donteadoss]

I’ve always wanted one of those early W124 models since I was a kid riding in them - still such a classically beautiful and solidly built piece of machinery. Dope POV as always! 🔥

[@Isweartolucifer]

*I was born in 1982 and it was the first benz I fell in love with w124 coupe and w126 coupe 1986 including this one. Now 2023 still love it the memories*

[@beemer1111]

I have an 86 300E, that I have owned for 25 years. It still amazes me every time I drive it. I know every inch of the car, and although I am no mechanic, I am the only one who has serviced this car in over 15 years. Thanks to You Tube, lol

[@jamesrebbechi5247]

Hi Rick, likewise I’m also a delighted longterm owner of 21 years of a mint smoke silver on cream leather 300E M103 sedan with just 340K’s. Whilst I daily a LR Disco 4 the couple of times a week I drive the E its always amazes me what pure joy it is to drive every single time. Like you I am no mechanic but I share the servicing with a trusted longstanding Old Merc indy here in Melbourne Australia. Occasionally I get ragged by people for having such an old and outdated car in their eyes. I just smile and say nothing - as my old dad said when asked about his WW2 service … “it’s only Vets would understand”

[@thetravellingpicker5096]

I had a 300E 4Matic. Loved that car. Was wonderful to drive, coddles you in the seats. The thing had billeted aluminum strut towers and safety wire, was built like an aircraft in many ways.

[@P.Galore]

I currently use a 1993 300e 2.8 as my daily driver...a very happy car....goes and goes. So easy to drive and live with. Good mpg, enormous trunk. Yours is a beauty!

[@CarswithNash]

Nice review! I actually own an ‘89 300CE & ‘88 300E and they are my daily drivers. Amazing cars that I plan to drive for a long time to come. I’m surprised how accurately you picked up on all the details of the car in the short time you probably had it, on a long trip they are a real treat, comfort levels beyond any other car I have driven.

[@justinhenderson5710]

AGREED. THE BEST OR NOTHING.

[@matthewsmith8249]

Ha. Amazing. I am the recent owner of a CE myself (92) and 95 e320 wagon. Daily them both.

[@CarswithNash]

@matthewsmith8249 Nice! You have the M104 engine in your CE, bit of an upgrade over the older single cam. Hang onto it, values are only climbing.

[@chuemoua6834]

Really ?

[@chuemoua6834]

@@CarswithNashheard the 104 was more power but less reliable… my aunt had one that was brand new and it didn’t make it to 100k miles .. so it sat around 97 till these days .

[@branchonequal]

1:46 Later models also had an electric door-side mirror. 3:30 The first aid kit has actually been moved to the inside deliberately. In case of an accident with a severe rear-end collision, it might be that the trunk can't be opened anymore. It's basically a safety feature. 😉 Very nice car in a pristine condition. 🙂 Presentation is top-notch as usual.

[@1984318i]

I learned something new! I didn't realize that about the first aid kit. An extra safety feature to point out to people now, thanks!

[@branchonequal]

@@1984318i You're welcome! 🙂

[@TheBloemetjesgordijn]

What a stunning car! The paint, the interior, the rear seat upholstery, the smoothness. Just awesome

[@YangGQ]

I still have my 1989 260E in original paint. It drives so well. I also have a 1983 300GD G-wagon, 1984 280SE S-class all daily drivers in Malaysia... where petrol is cheaper and mechanics are excellent, enthusiastic and professional.

[@nkenchington6575]

Great combo: 1989, so no wiring harness issues; 6 cylinder engine; nice colours; low miles. Sweet!

[@danielweiss3810]

My parents had this car when I was younger. It was truly an amazing car, miss it dearly!

[@pe500a]

this has to be the most beatiful W124 I ever seen - and I've seen a lot. Congrats

[@javianjohnson8746]

Man these old school 80s-era Benz are so fascinating! Love your reviews on old cars Tedward

[@dedandflooded]

it’s crazy to see the difference in mercedes’ 30 years ago compared to now. the W124 even looks well made. id love to see you try out a volvo v70 wagon or just more volvo in general!

[@f.d.robben159]

Back in the days, I was a young taxi driver in Germany. The most impressive for me in comparison to other cars like Audi 100 , BMW 5 series was the stability. Cornering bumpy backroads out of town, the right side on the gravel, wet or dry, the W124 felt always in control, safe and smooth. The biggest weakpoint in my opinion was the manual gearbox.

[@karlowolf05]

What's your opinion on Audi 100 C4?

[@hansulrichboning8551]

Mercedes had an amazing small turning circle compared to others,especially front wheel-drive cars.

[@hansulrichboning8551]

5 series was more fun to drive,BMW had always the better manual gear boxes.W124 offered more internal space and comfort.

[@Adison0529]

It was an absolute pleasure and pleasure only to watch your video, 20m gone like that. Absolutely a dream spec on the inside, insanely perfect condition on the outside as well. Whenever I think about buying an old car the old interiors kinda discourage me because they look way worse on the photos than they do in person in my opinion, but I would never say no to a beauty like that one. I could see myself driving a manual W124, either a sedan or coupe at 5AM on a sunny May morning in Alps or Tatra mtns. Not pushing it around all those 180 degrees turns, just cruising in absolute peace and comfort on almost completely empty roads. Doing it in that unit would be a dream come true.

[@andreharrington4379]

My Mother had a Copper 300E and then my Dad bought her a 500E for their anniversary. I Love your work and videos. I can sit for hours Bud. All the success you. 😊

[@andreharrington4379]

I’m South African and I’m on the hunt for the 333i only made in SA i have a 325is but she’s my nemesis, my muse

[@amg5619]

Good video :) that long revving of the inline 6 is so beautiful! Sure modern standards we expect faster shifts but it’s still something to be appreciated imo.

[@davestateham2237]

You must drive the 24Valve Version that spins crazy in the limiter. Great Car and Engine and as always a Great Video Ted

[@Benjamin-ko1fg]

He said in the beginning of the video that its the M103 engine, thats the 12 valve version. In the earlier model years like 89, before the 12 valve was discontinued, the 24 valve model was called the ‘300 E-24’.

[@gerrymccarthy9568]

Enjoyed that video. I remember, many years ago, getting this car as a loner, while my 200E was in for a service. Same car, with a 4 cylinder petrol engine. Same vault quality, same 4-speed auto. The small engine not sold in N.America. It had about 130 hp. I had to visit a customer urgently and on a straight two lane black top, I made a pass at a slower car, floored the throttle and boom! I was passed in no time. Even here in Ireland the 300E was not offered in a manual.

[@bearrorist5658]

My dad owned a couple of these second-hand when I was a kid in the mid-90s, then another when I was a teenager in high school learning to drive. I was always blown away by how these are nicer to drive than many cars 10+ years newer. I really want to get my hands on one before all the nice examples are gone.

[@gplito]

I started selling these in 1988 at a MB dealership. This one was about 46K. They kind of remained in that range for a number of years inspite of inflation and improvements. It automatically started in 2nd gear unless you floored it to drop it down to 1st. They sold very well and were considered bulletproof, had a really strong trade in value and in the 90's I took them in with 100+K and put them right on the pre-owned lot.In their day and even now, they are an amazingly, rock solid car. I special ordered a few 260E's with manual 5 speeds and they were pretty cool. No sunroof and a 5 speed. I regret not buying one now.

[@brookvillekansas90]

Owned a 300CE and I still wish I never sold that car. Still so very classy.

[@Jason-xb3jh]

I had one of these! Mine was gold with tan interior. Probably one of the top three favorite cars that I’ve owned. I wish I still had it…. Very solid and tight car. Amazing handling at high speeds. When I had passengers they were always amazed to hear what year it was…. because it felt and drove like a newer car. In fact … there are many new cars (today) that couldn’t come close to the craftsmanship, quality and driving experience of this car (1989 300 E) in good condition. I even loved the one windscreen wiper. Amazing engineering and timeless sophistication. A brilliant car! Thanks for the video! Brought back some great memories! 👍✨

[@mountainofmangos]

I recently drove a s420 four door at work and I have to say that these cars from mercedes during that era were just something else. Love the vid!

[@andrewnorth4857]

Positively drooling here. Good design and engineering never loses its appeal, and what a lovely example.

[@ashishnelson94]

the @straightpipes reference in the end was just icing on the cake. loved the review Ted!

[@kendallventura3319]

these were the good ol days of Mercedes Benz

[@Anirossa]

Currently dailying a 92' E32 M30 and got 2 88' E34 M20 I6 keepers. Late 80s were a great time for German automotives, last years before they made interiors feel a lot cheaper and started cost cutting where they could and added a lot of wiring into the first years in the 90s.

[@Cirrus2000]

Tedward. Thank you soooo much for this video. This is a partial dream car for me. Especially a C124 with a V8. Auughh a dream 🥰

[@michaelathens953]

Back in like 2002 I had a 1973 w116 450SE and I loved that car. An absolute tank that handled well and was a blast to drive. Stood up to all my abuse even with about 290,000 miles on it.

[@drainaudio]

The key with these is to find the best one you can - an example that has always been cared for & correctly maintained. We did that 4 yrs ago, a 1993 280E in 199 & Blk interior. It was a 1 owner car from Japan, 67k km on the clock, full supplying dealer history. Recently hit 110k km, looks & drives like a new car. Has been the easiest to live with car I've ever owned - it's actually a complete pleasure, what an amazing piece of engineering!

[@Neuromantic_86]

My first car was a 190E loved that old thing, one day I'll get it restored and drive it again. The interior of yours is stunning!

[@harbinger200]

The feeling of driving these old Mercs cant be replicated with newer cars. I never got that feeling from any car.

[@ezrabegin8234]

i have a 1990 300E 4 Matic that got handed down from my grandpa even tho it's got high mileage it still drives fantastic!

[@stormrider01]

My grandpa has the exact same one with 650.000km

[@dinispaulino7512]

I am very proud to have a 1991 300D (NA) with a 5-speed manual as my daily driver (and it is my 1st car, btw). In my opinion, the W124 is the perfect balance for a daily classic, which is still modern and convenient enough for everyday use. It is the pinnacle of reliability, specially the diesels (mine has about 240k miles, which is almost nothing for these). I have done a lot of mechanical maintenance on mine (they're great cars to work on), and it is now in the paintshop to look like new once more! PS.: Although they look like bricks, they are incredibly aerodynamic, with a drag coefficient of 0.29, which is better than a Pagani Huayra, for example!

[@DorionNorton]

Heavy nostalgia on this video. My parents had a 1990 300E and this brings back so many memories. The sounds! It would start in 2nd gear from the stop just like this one. I miss that car. Great video as always!

[@maxxbenzz7842]

I figured out how to start in 1st. Lol. That second 2nd thing bugged me

[@jensen1971x]

Second gear start is what I always hated about my '92 300. Very sluggish in town. It was a blast once you got over 80 mph though.

[@DorionNorton]

@@maxxbenzz7842 my Dad would just shift it down to "2" to start in 1st. What was your fix?

[@DorionNorton]

@@jensen1971x indeed! that tall 3rd gear would be around 4500 rpm at 80 mph if I recall correctly.

[@maxxbenzz7842]

@@DorionNorton yes. U shift to second and back to drive and u will start in 1st. I believe it would then start in 1st until u shut the car off. Then u would have to repeat it once again. It felt great actually having some pick up off the line. Also I would shut off my 4matic with that valve in the summer. This added a bit of giddy up too!

[@christianh.4205]

Danke für diesen sehr guten und ehrlichen Bericht! Der w124 war ein gutes Auto! Persönlich habe ich als oldtimer einen w123- auch erstklassig- und aktuell als altagsauto einen w205- finde diesen Mercedes für die " neue" zeit angemessen und qualitativ gut! Grüße aus Bayern!

[@khaos7044]

A beautiful car! My dad had one back in the day~ It was so SOLID!

[@joespittle1]

The very first car I drove was a 1990 300D. This brought back so many great memories :)

[@ErickZaldivar-h2t]

I just bought a 1990 300e, I'm wondering, is it normal for the brakes to feel hard to press down? I feel like it's a bit of a workout to get this thing to stop, and it takes more effort than any car I've ever owned to brake.

[@joespittle1]

@@ErickZaldivar-h2t This could be down to a number of things, the car I drove was eldely owned and ran with OEM or OE Mercedes parts, the brakes had a decent bit of initial bite but were fairly well boosted in a manner that matched the rest of the cars inputs. I wouldn't say they were firm like that of a classic porsche but they certainly gave the impression of confidence

[@tpolerex7282]

Love the steering wheel size and rubberized texture- feels so good in your hands and lasts forever and the low belt line and generous greenhouse is unheard of in modern vehicles - so many feel like coffins with slit windows beginning at your shoulders.

[@markjmcdonough2054]

owned a 95 w124 for a decade ...unreal machine .. purchased used @ Florham Park NJ Mercedes (may have been Morristown) w/ about 55k miles .. ended getting it up to 225k.. with a 2nd rebuilt transmission .. word

[@flintybridges]

I know a guy who used to drive his father's manual W124 with over 600k milage. It had a smaller engine, possibly needed new springs but it was just happy to carry seven people after a wedding ceremony we attended. I find myself looking at listings on the web time to time, but the emission regulations where I live makes it hard to own one.

[@seans9125]

This car would make for such an amazing first car. They're safe, reliable, and insanely comfortable

[@Jay-nt2ew]

super underrated

[@joelbrown7535]

It’s my first car - ‘94 E220

[@Long-nd8bq]

I want a black on black 300E so badly. Even if it has the graphite gray side planks to match the bumper, I would body color match the bumpers and side planks and put some slightly larger 17" monoblock wheels. I got to drive a black on black AMG Hammer back around 2002-2003 and fell in love with the W124.

[@ExUSSailor]

I had a '90 300D. I LOVED it. So solid, smooth, and, quiet. That 2.5L 5 cylinder turbo-diesel was such a sweet engine.

[@furrysharker]

The temptation to double the 55 mph speed limit in one of these back in 1989 must have been overwhelming!

[@palmsofdestin1]

Made it to 132 one time

[@richwilliams7920]

I was driven around southern Germany in one of these in the early 90s as part of a school exchange program, and it was amazing. Incredibly comfortable and phenomenal on the autobahn.

[@NeedtoSpeak]

Beautiful vehicle, and condition. Interior is classic Mercedes.

[@fxhood]

thx - so nice. in 2006 I had a 1989 300E for about 1 year. great car, did 240 km/h on autobahn. nice for travelling. needed 15L/100km in the city- dont know mpg here... so smoth an the sound is real special. loved it

[@terrywellborn3194]

We have just bought one a 94 coupe drives like it’s brand new, love it ! From Perth Western Australia 🇦🇺

[@xhoi96roy69]

mine has 724k miles and i still have it as a daily driver

[@sajingwan1988]

Wow impressive, how many engine rebuilds? Is it a diesel?

[@Durbanite2010]

My mum used to have a 1994MY W124 E220, which was facelifted and had the 5-speed manual gearbox. Four pedals on the floor! W124 was brilliantly over-engineered and timelessly stylish. Only issue is the W124 is really good at hiding rust, that's what took out my mom's car. Body panels were fine, but the frame rotted. The antenna is known to get leaks through the rubber seal, which can eventually get as far as the frame leaving no evidence at the time. The trunk's thick rubber seal would leak too. The wiring looms were also a failure point, usually lasting about 8 years before a replacement needed to be fitted - the loom would cause intermittent engine cut-outs, a serious safety problem, so you'd have no choice in the matter. Even a used part from a scrapyard was very expensive.

[@TheMich36]

What an absolute beautiful car.

[@emixmim]

Damn! I grew up in the back of these, I got such a nice feeling from seeing the dashboard when you were filming from the back seats. That's exactly what I used to see as a kid. My family had multiple of these, all sedans, my mum's was a very special 300E-24v 4matic. Dad also had a grey '94 500E.

[@martinsv9183]

All 4-matics were 300E with 12v.

[@emixmim]

@@martinsv9183 Hmm... I remember it differently but maybe I'm wrong.

[@Wasabi9111]

My mom had a new 1992 300e when I was a tween and she still says it’s the best car she ever owned. I remember test driving it w her and I wanted her to get the new Lexus LS400 instead bc it seemed so much more advanced and modern in comparison. Both are great cars but she wanted something smaller and the Mercedes’ solidity. So many great memories in that car. And it was the car I learned to drive in. It left such an impression that I later got myself a 2008 e550. But it didn’t have the same solidity feeling as the old 300e.

[@martinsv9183]

@@emixmim Yes there was never any 24v 4 matic. Not from factory at least. They even kept the old 12v 300E for that setup when the newer 24v 320 and 280 engines came in -93. The 4 matic never got those engines either.

[@juliusmushkin8194]

I had an 87 190E 2.3 and an 88 300 SE (same engine as the car in this video) … put 280,000 miles on the SE. I’ve been fortunate enough to have several MBZs since I sold that 88 SE in 2003, and none of them have been even close to those two 80s models in terms of overall quality and solidity. Every element, down to the minor light bulbs, was beautifully engineered. I know, because I kept the few parts I had to replace, and they were works of engineering art, every one of them. I will never forget those days when having a Benz meant you owned a great car.

[@aestereo2820]

4:43 You must try closing the last door with all glasses up to experience the most satisfying, heaviest thud among all cars ever built.

[@johnz4860]

A true timeless classic built to look elegant and be rock-solid for decades on end. Sadly, they don't make them like that any more!

[@vermili0138]

We had a '91 model and it was just a thrill to drive. We gave it to my uncle to use it but sadly he sold it without notice and now I just miss that car. It is a brick, but it's also a tank on the road it's just so smooth riding but yet so stable!

[@explosivehotdogs]

I daily drove a 1990 model and can concur, these are fantastic machines. The interior is everything which you expect from Mercedes at their peak. They're still quite common here in Berlin (Charlottenburg) which is a testament to their longevity and upper-class status.

[@donaldcumbie1698]

I had the 1989 260E lower level of the 300E body identical every thing you say is so true I miss that car

[@FordmustangGT-vg4uy]

I appreciate someone who understands a need for good urban design And this like my dream car in black❤

[@benjaminsmith2287]

Mercedes felt stable on highways in 1969. I think many good Euro cars did. There are things I prefer about this car to modern cars and modern Benzs. I like the visibility but mostly I like that it is understated. It's simple in its presentation of elegance and doesn't need screens and ambient lighting. But the way it drives over the road is just how they drive, solid, stable, quiet, strong.

[@papipalinka3991]

These old Mercedes looks so clean and top quality, whished I had one

[@ronstjohn6780]

I purchased a new 1986 260e 37 years ago. Proud to say I’m still driving it. 106k and it’s just like new! What an amazing machine.

[@mikejohn0088]

37 yrs. and 106K miles? That's less than 3K a year! You must have used it as a second car....Sunday driver?

[@ronstjohn6780]

Yes a second car and Sundays. I drive it now every chance I get.

[@jlh4jc]

My parents had an 89 260E when I was in high school. It was a smooth road car that could accelerate onto the freeways.

[@keithgreenaway2690]

My first Benz was a 1984 300D, built like a tank, drove it for 240,000 miles. Bought a 1987 300E and a 1988 300E from my wife and put over 200,000 on each of them and passed them down to 2 of my adult sons. I also bought a 1990 300CE coupe with the DOHC 24 valve engine, which adds almost 50 horsepower. Still have that amazing car in mint condition. The W124 is truly the last era of built to last Mercedes. I have since owned a 1998 E320 that I passed on to my son with 220,000 miles. I currently won a 2000 E430 (wife's car) and a 2001 E430 Sport, which is my car. The W210's are still a great model, but not quite the same quality as the W124. The coupe is now becoming collectible.

[@acejktheboss1590]

At 3:16, the emergency triangle actually has place for it in the bootlid, no need to keep it loose.

[@pottasium7117]

Oh man, that's one well maintained time capsule. Havent seen a better looking 300e w124

[@AmundAntonsen]

I have a 1990 300E sedan with 4matic in my garage. I love that car so much and will probably hold on to it for ever :) such a special car with 4wd

[@maxxbenzz7842]

I had the same. 90 4matic. Factory heated seats! I figured out how to start of in 1st gear from a stop. Lol. Also I would shut that red handle 4matic valve off in the summer and drive in rear wheel only.

[@tonyelrod295]

I'm with him on this. Two cars in my driveway right now. 2022 civic si sonic gray with hpd package. And a 1992 Mercedes 300e. In love with them both.

[@stevenonyoutube]

Now I daily drive a 82 R107 SL, but I still miss my 88 W124. It always has such a smooth, refined, and dependable ride.

[@Ankur3108]

Beautiful Colour on the paint

[@redamouftah9313]

Every day I go in and see this car and imagine that I have one like it. Simply put, this is the car of my dreams

[@zocker5786]

this car is special to me, a few years ago my dad used to daily a malachite green on cloth green series 2. That beautiful two tone finish i will never forget. That's why I'll have to disagree with you and say that the later models just look better. I mean if the color matched bumpers and sacco boards aren't already enough, think about how much better the car looks with the cleaner headlights. I can never get over how hideous the us spec series 1 lights with the indents look. Thanks for showcasing this stunning car and bringing me a bit of nostalgia!

[@monk3yboy69]

Malachite green … My favourite. I can just picture yours and yes I agree. The updates just finished this off nicely.

[@MegaMC777]

I missed these cars. Rode in a few of them as a kid growing up when they where still fairly new. Even then, as a kid you can tell the quality of the car just by the ride, doors and switches.

[@fedupdomer5654]

i always loved looking at the hood ornament out front. its a bummer they dont do them anymore. i have a 2013 ml350 and i was looking to install one, but with the star molded into the grill , it wouldnt look right

[@edalder2000]

I went to a private school and was in 10th grade in 1989. There were a few W124 300Es that I saw. They were THE Best. Best constructed. Engine as smooth as cream. Best ride. Cruise all day. Mercedes went all out and created the best.

[@monk3yboy69]

1989 I was in 10th grade , my ride to school was a BMW e23 728i. I always remember 2 girls being dropped off in their Dad’s Merc E300 and being very jealous 😀. Our BMW seemed so old fashioned.

[@resolutestct]

I had one...I loved it! You just made me nostalgic for it!

[@verdict1163]

I love that Mercedes from era was using a SOHC inline-six when everyone else had gone to DOHC. It shows they prized reliability, quiet operation, and mechanical simplicity over power and fuel economy.

[@Michael.Chapman]

Mine lasted me 28 years-and no car I’ve ever driven in over 50 years ever had a ride as supreme as the 300E… she was replaced by a W211 E350, still really enjoyable at 19 years old.

[@harrysweep5846]

I was 17 looking at these cars trying to get a loan from my grandmother to buy lol! I visited many Massachusetts dealers checking them out in 1999, i still love this model. Today I have the w210, last of real Benz quality

[@sheeshman9713]

Yeah the W210's are actually great, probably the most underrated E-Class generation. I've got a 1996 E280 and it feels so solid. The only problem with them is rust but where I live it's not an issue fortunately!

[@ethanorourke262]

Love all the videos

[@mark_e82]

Growing up we had a ‘93 320. It may be peak MB which means it’s peak car. I have fond memories of when no other car was available and my mom let me use it to run an errand. I will say that these were everywhere in upper middle class NJ and I don’t remember anyone ever making much fuss about it.