1982 Mercedes-Benz W123 230E review from UK and Ireland
"A status symbol for those with no status"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The vacuum central locking never worked.
I fitted new brake calipers, because the car had been standing.
The crankshaft on the rebuilt engine used to clatter until oil pressure built up.
General comments?
I really enjoyed this car, it was very solid, reliable, lovely and smooth to drive, I recommend them to anyone wanting a cheap,distinctive, quality car.
Engines seem to last for 150000 miles, changing the oil helps a lot.
Nobody in the UK apart from me wants the saloon; prices are from £250 to £900.
There are some rusty ones, but many good solid examples with a bit of rust in the wheelarches.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| First year of ownership | 2002 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2003 |
| Engine and transmission | Automatic |
| Performance marks | 9/10 |
| Reliability marks | 9/10 |
| Comfort marks | 7/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 5/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 199900 miles |
| Most recent distance | 205000 miles |
| Previous car | Ford Fiesta |
| Date of Entry | 10th June, 2003 |