Basic information and history

The Mercedes-Benz 300TE of the W124 generation is the estate variant S124, known for robust construction, high long-distance comfort and a range of well-considered engineering solutions. Model year 1992 means the mature mid-cycle version with the six-cylinder M103 inline engine with KE-Jetronic, a five-link rear axle and self-levelling at the rear that provides stable load capacity without compromising handling.

This Swedish-sold example is a 300TE from 1992 with an odometer reading of 263,100 km. The seller guarantees the mileage. According to the register, the car has had 6 registered keepers over the years. According to the seller, the service book is sparsely filled in apart from the first owner and the current seller. The car is said to possibly appear in a scene in the TV4 series about the Trustor affair, adding an interesting curiosity factor.

Equipment and options

• A/C
• Automatic transmission
• Driver airbag
• Sunroof
• Cruise control
• Four electric windows
• Detachable towbar
• Eberspächer
• Metallic paint
• Alloy wheels
• Self-levelling rear axle

Modifications and work carried out: A/C overhauled. Rear self-levelling overhauled. Several engine-related wear items replaced, including distributor, ignition coil, fuel injectors, and various relays and sensors. Transmission flushed and filter replaced in 2024. Bodywork includes rust repair in the front fenders and new metal around the jacking points, followed by repainting of the front fenders. The wheels were spray-painted by a previous owner. Rear tyres are new.

Condition

Body and paint: Good overall impression with occasional stone chips. A small door ding is present on the left rear door. The front fenders have been repainted after rust repair, and the metal around the jacking points has been replaced. The glass is in good condition, with a windscreen showing normal wear. Chrome, trims, lamp lenses and emblems are assessed as good.

Interior: Generally good to very good condition. The driver’s seat has minor wear but no holes in the fabric. The headliner is in very good condition. Steering wheel with normal wear; otherwise no obvious remarks on controls and switches.

Tyres and wheels: Front tyres are good. Rear tyres are new. The wheels were spray-painted by a previous owner, with no known mechanical damage.

Mechanics and functions: The engine runs well and is said to have received several new wear items. Brakes in good condition. The automatic transmission shifts as it should with a smooth character and was flushed with a new filter in 2024. Known faults: rear window wiper inoperative, Eberspächer inoperative, passenger seat heating inoperative.

Service history

The most recent service with oil and filter was carried out in October 2025 according to the seller. The transmission was flushed and received a new filter in 2024. Under current ownership, extensive work is documented with receipts, including replacement of the distributor, ignition coil, fuel injectors, and various relays and sensors. The A/C and rear self-levelling are overhauled. Bodywork includes rust repair in the front fenders around 2020 and replacement of metal at the jacking points, followed by repainting of the front fenders.

The service book is reportedly sparsely stamped apart from the first owner and the current seller, but the work carried out under current ownership is supported by documentation.

Summary

A 1992 Mercedes-Benz 300TE with documented technical work, overhauled A/C and functioning self-levelling after refurbishment. The condition is described as good with minor cosmetic notes and known, limited functional faults. The odometer reading of 263,100 km is guaranteed by the seller, and the car offers the well-known W124 experience with the six-cylinder M103, automatic transmission and the practicality of the estate body. The rear tyres are new. The curiosity of a possible TV appearance in the series about the Trustor affair adds an extra conversation piece for the next owner.