Jump to content
SGMerc OFFICIAL Telegram Chat Now LIVE! ×

  • Join SGMerc for Exclusive Perks!

    Welcome to SGMerc - the largest Mercedes-Benz site for Owner and Enthusiasts in Singapore!

    SGMerc is the official club for all current & previous owners of Mercedes-Benz cars in Singapore. SIGN UP FOR YOUR FREE ACCOUNT TODAY!

    You are currently viewing our forum as a guest, which gives you limited access to view most discussions and access our other features. By joining our community, you will have access to post topics, communicate privately with other members (PM), respond to polls, upload content and access many other special features. Registration is free, fast and simple, join us today!

W124 Mercedes

Gullwings

By Gullwings,
in E-Class

 Share

Recommended Posts

Gullwings Newbie

Gullwings

Posted
Posted

Hi all,

 

I am currently interested in a W124 Mercedes E-Class. Hope I can gain some inputs from current owners. What should I look out for, especially in terms of mechanics and bodyworks. Is the W124 susceptible to rust (I heard the W123 is, not sure about the W124 though). 

 

And yes, what is the difference between a normal W124, and the "Masterpiece" version?

 

Thanks!

'It’s more than that. It’s a communal celebration of horsepower, torque, grip, leather, technology and beauty. It is the last bastion of automotive lust.'- Jeremy Clarkson

"And if you no longer go for a gap that exist, you are no longer a racing driver because we are competing, we are competing to win. And the main motivation to all of us is to compete for victory, it's not to come 3rd, 4th, 5th or 6th."- The Late and Great Ayrton Senna

Link to comment
Share on other sites
  • Replies 15
  • Created
  • Last Reply

Top Posters In This Topic

Popular Days

Top Posters In This Topic

Popular Days

Gullwings Newbie

Gullwings

Posted
  • Author
Posted

Oops, wrong section... Can the mods help me shift the post? Thanks!

'It’s more than that. It’s a communal celebration of horsepower, torque, grip, leather, technology and beauty. It is the last bastion of automotive lust.'- Jeremy Clarkson

"And if you no longer go for a gap that exist, you are no longer a racing driver because we are competing, we are competing to win. And the main motivation to all of us is to compete for victory, it's not to come 3rd, 4th, 5th or 6th."- The Late and Great Ayrton Senna

Link to comment
Share on other sites
Tigershark Newbie

Tigershark

Posted
Posted

A true Masterpiece shud be a '95 e280. Comes with M104 direct injection straight 6 cyclinder engine, abs and srs airbag.

IMHO, besides engine, the telltale sign would be... If the front pax seat has a SRS airbag. Normally, ppl zhng lot of stuff but I don't know anyone bothers to zhng srs airbag too look like a MP :D

Hope is the first step on the road to disappointment.

Link to comment
Share on other sites
keltanky Newbie

keltanky

Posted
Posted

Hi all,

 

I am currently interested in a W124 Mercedes E-Class. Hope I can gain some inputs from current owners. What should I look out for, especially in terms of mechanics and bodyworks. Is the W124 susceptible to rust (I heard the W123 is, not sure about the W124 though). 

 

And yes, what is the difference between a normal W124, and the "Masterpiece" version?

 

Thanks!

for bodyworks, depends on the previous owners interest on the car, my previous w123 dun really have must rust, all of my w123 and w124 seems to have the same location of rust which is rear windscreen corner base which leaks water into the boot. All these can be remend.

Masterpiece version there is E200 masterpiece also. Tigershark state E280, yes there is.

Airbags I forgot whether E200 masterpiece version got any difference, the exterior there is 1 think you can tell from those wannabe Masterpiece, which is the mini black sensor next to the boot open button.

Link to comment
Share on other sites
Gullwings Newbie

Gullwings

Posted
  • Author
Posted

A true Masterpiece shud be a '95 e280. Comes with M104 direct injection straight 6 cyclinder engine, abs and srs airbag.

IMHO, besides engine, the telltale sign would be... If the front pax seat has a SRS airbag. Normally, ppl zhng lot of stuff but I don't know anyone bothers to zhng srs airbag too look like a MP :D

 

for bodyworks, depends on the previous owners interest on the car, my previous w123 dun really have must rust, all of my w123 and w124 seems to have the same location of rust which is rear windscreen corner base which leaks water into the boot. All these can be remend.

Masterpiece version there is E200 masterpiece also. Tigershark state E280, yes there is.

Airbags I forgot whether E200 masterpiece version got any difference, the exterior there is 1 think you can tell from those wannabe Masterpiece, which is the mini black sensor next to the boot open button.

 

I see. Hahaha I know the zhng part about Masterpiece, so I don't know if some cars are the "real deal" or not. Not much differences right?  Maintenance and petrol consumption, is it very expensive uh? I scared this one will become a money pit...

 

Also considering the 190E, and maybe the old Volkswagen Beetle... But now still kinda at preliminary stage la, haven't gotten my license yet, so now can only plan... :P

'It’s more than that. It’s a communal celebration of horsepower, torque, grip, leather, technology and beauty. It is the last bastion of automotive lust.'- Jeremy Clarkson

"And if you no longer go for a gap that exist, you are no longer a racing driver because we are competing, we are competing to win. And the main motivation to all of us is to compete for victory, it's not to come 3rd, 4th, 5th or 6th."- The Late and Great Ayrton Senna

Link to comment
Share on other sites
Ricebandit Newbie

Ricebandit

Posted
Posted

All used cars if not properly maintained can be moneypits. Mechanically the W201 190E and W124 are quite similar so parts are quite easy to get and very cheap compared to just about any car today. W201 is a little less common so body parts and interior trim may be a little harder to source locally. That said there are some gems running around, and some that I'm not so sure should be allowed on the road... best take along someone who is familiar or get a trusted mech to do a pre-purchase inspection.

 

An old bug is lovely, but all my friends who have one or more agree that it can be a real labour of love. ;)

There cannot be a crisis next week. My schedule is already full.

Henry A. Kissinger

Link to comment
Share on other sites
Gullwings Newbie

Gullwings

Posted
  • Author
Posted

So fast gone liao!? So 绝情。。。

'It’s more than that. It’s a communal celebration of horsepower, torque, grip, leather, technology and beauty. It is the last bastion of automotive lust.'- Jeremy Clarkson

"And if you no longer go for a gap that exist, you are no longer a racing driver because we are competing, we are competing to win. And the main motivation to all of us is to compete for victory, it's not to come 3rd, 4th, 5th or 6th."- The Late and Great Ayrton Senna

Link to comment
Share on other sites
Gullwings Newbie

Gullwings

Posted
  • Author
Posted

How to tell whether the rims is the Masterpiece version or not uh? Paiseh but I am very noob in this....

'It’s more than that. It’s a communal celebration of horsepower, torque, grip, leather, technology and beauty. It is the last bastion of automotive lust.'- Jeremy Clarkson

"And if you no longer go for a gap that exist, you are no longer a racing driver because we are competing, we are competing to win. And the main motivation to all of us is to compete for victory, it's not to come 3rd, 4th, 5th or 6th."- The Late and Great Ayrton Senna

Link to comment
Share on other sites
kepiting1sg Explorer

kepiting1sg

Posted
Posted

Here's more Masterpiece on sgcarmart with original masterpiece rims!

 

http://www.sgcarmart.com/used_cars/info.php?ID=402679&DL=1397

 

http://www.sgcarmart.com/used_cars/info.php?ID=395052&DL=1120

Cheers

I'm a MB Whore! :)

Link to comment
Share on other sites
Ricebandit Newbie

Ricebandit

Posted
Posted

How to tell whether the rims is the Masterpiece version or not uh? Paiseh but I am very noob in this....

Masterpiece was a limited run of higher spec 16V cars.. Typically the things you would look for are the IR sensors on the door pulls and just below the bootlid. Internally they had the burl walnut trim, electric mirrors on both sides, electric rear sunshade, electric front seats (some with memory function) and leather, instead of MB Tex. 

There cannot be a crisis next week. My schedule is already full.

Henry A. Kissinger

Link to comment
Share on other sites

Join the conversation

You can post now and register later. If you have an account, sign in now to post with your account.

Guest
Reply to this topic...

×   Pasted as rich text.   Paste as plain text instead

  Only 75 emoji are allowed.

×   Your link has been automatically embedded.   Display as a link instead

×   Your previous content has been restored.   Clear editor

×   You cannot paste images directly. Upload or insert images from URL.

×
 Share
Go to topic listing


  • download.jpg

×
×
  • Create New...