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Mercedes-Benz E-Class
W123 - W123
1983 MERCEDES 230 E AUTO
1983
93,000 miles
Automatic
Petrol
£5,000 – £6,000
Estimate range
Bidding starts 23 Sept at 11:00
Listing Source
Mathewsons
Auction
Auction Date
Wednesday, 23 September 2026
Starts at 11:00
23 days until auction
Estimate
£5,000 - £6,000
Location
United Kingdom
Buyer notes
- 1983 Mercedes 230 E automatic model.
- Recorded mileage of 93,000 miles.
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Description
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About the 230E
The W123 230 E (1980-1985) added fuel injection for 136hp. Significant improvement in performance and refinement. Highly sought-after specification.
Known Issues to Watch For
Engine: M102/M115 four reliable. M110/M123 six excellent. OM616/OM617 diesel legendary - properly maintained examples run forever. Body: Rust is the critical W123 concern - check floors, sills, inner wings, wheel arches, boot floor. Subframe mounts. Vacuum: Various systems use vacuum - check for leaks affecting locks, climate. Transmission: 722.3 auto very reliable. Manual available. Suspension: Ball joints, control arms. Self-levelling rear on estates. Wiring: Pre-biodegradable era - generally reliable. General: Perhaps the best-built Mercedes ever. Rust-free examples command premium prices.
Desirable Options
Six-cylinder or turbodiesel engine, Estate body (T-Model), Manual gearbox (rare), Good rust-free bodywork (critical), Cloth or leather interior, Service history, Known history
Specifications
Performance
Horsepower136 hp
Engine & Drivetrain
Engine0.0L
Fuel TypePetrol
TransmissionAutomatic
Drive TypeRWD
Vehicle Details
Year1983
Mileage93,000 miles
Body StyleSedan
Production Info
GenerationW123
Listing Source
Mathewsons
Auction
Auction Date
Wednesday, 23 September 2026
Starts at 11:00
23 days until auction
Estimate
£5,000 - £6,000
Location
United Kingdom
Price on request
198393,000 milesAutomatic
