What would this car be worth?

moa4r · 07-30-2008, 12:13 PM

hey, guys. I am going to look at the following car later today - wanted your expert input re- how much it is worth, realistically in today's market (i.e. what would be a really good deal, what would be a decent, how much should I offer, etc)

Car description:
1982 280CE -

75K miles
Grey Market car. 2 owner. assuming its in the excellent condition they claim, then how much?!!!
Thanks! I looked at this car last year and it had not been driven in like 10 years, and it had a lot of mechanical issues but cosmetically it was in great shape.. From the sound of it, this guy got it all fixed up.
Thanks in advance.

Holson · 07-30-2008, 01:03 PM

I like the 280CE, but I would not pay more than $3k, tops $5k if it's pretty much perfect AND original.

Things that are expensive:

1) Rear windows (the regulators are bad in design, they bend and are very expensive)
2) Make sure the sunroof works
3) Make sure the steering gearbox doesn't have TOO MUCh play - some play can be adjusted out, but otherwise it will need a new steering box

I don't know the specific M110 issues, but I know that the motor needs regular valve adjustments. The Euro M110 has good power though, post some pictures if you get the car!

moa4r · 07-30-2008, 01:36 PM

Thanks, Holson. Any links to KBB or any other "official" source for the car's value I can take w/me as a negotiating tool, etc.
cheers,

Holson · 07-30-2008, 02:31 PM

Not really, I usually use completed ebay listings.

Take a look at the 300CD's values and consider that VERY VERY high end since somehow those cars are fetching big $$$ on ebay these days. The gassers don't fare as well..

lkchris · 08-01-2008, 01:13 AM

This car has an engine that Mercedes eventually quit selling in the USA because Mercedes couldn't get its fuel economy to the point the car didn't "qualify" for gas guzzler tax. It's a real fuel hog. Last few years of the W123 in the USA were diesel only.

1985mb · 08-01-2008, 12:09 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Holson

Not really, I usually use completed ebay listings.

Take a look at the 300CD's values and consider that VERY VERY high end since somehow those cars are fetching big $$$ on ebay these days. The gassers don't fare as well..

In today's market, the CE's are probably worth only half as much as the CD's

Untertürkheim · 08-03-2008, 04:14 PM

Since it is a Euro-Market car, it all depends on the options. 5 Speed or Auto? Velour, leather? Heated seats, power windows? Climate control, AC, or neither? Rear Window sunshade? A fully equipped euro model might make a nice collectors piece.

tanktube67 · 09-13-2008, 03:49 PM

I would pay no more than $2000.00 if the car is in good codition

07-30-2008, 12:13 PM	#1
moa4r MBWorld Fanatic! Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: McLean, VA Posts: 2,295	What would this car be worth? hey, guys. I am going to look at the following car later today - wanted your expert input re- how much it is worth, realistically in today's market (i.e. what would be a really good deal, what would be a decent, how much should I offer, etc) Car description: 1982 280CE - 75K miles Grey Market car. 2 owner. assuming its in the excellent condition they claim, then how much?!!! Thanks! I looked at this car last year and it had not been driven in like 10 years, and it had a lot of mechanical issues but cosmetically it was in great shape.. From the sound of it, this guy got it all fixed up. Thanks in advance. __________________

07-30-2008, 01:03 PM	#2
Holson Super Member Join Date: May 2003 Location: Boston, MA Posts: 910	I like the 280CE, but I would not pay more than $3k, tops $5k if it's pretty much perfect AND original. Things that are expensive: 1) Rear windows (the regulators are bad in design, they bend and are very expensive) 2) Make sure the sunroof works 3) Make sure the steering gearbox doesn't have TOO MUCh play - some play can be adjusted out, but otherwise it will need a new steering box I don't know the specific M110 issues, but I know that the motor needs regular valve adjustments. The Euro M110 has good power though, post some pictures if you get the car! __________________ 2008 BMW 335i Coupe Last edited by Holson; 07-30-2008 at 01:05 PM.

07-30-2008, 01:36 PM	#3
moa4r MBWorld Fanatic! Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: McLean, VA Posts: 2,295	Thanks, Holson. Any links to KBB or any other "official" source for the car's value I can take w/me as a negotiating tool, etc. cheers, __________________

07-30-2008, 02:31 PM	#4
Holson Super Member Join Date: May 2003 Location: Boston, MA Posts: 910	Not really, I usually use completed ebay listings. Take a look at the 300CD's values and consider that VERY VERY high end since somehow those cars are fetching big $$$ on ebay these days. The gassers don't fare as well.. __________________ 2008 BMW 335i Coupe

08-01-2008, 01:13 AM	#5
lkchris MBWorld Fanatic! Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Albuquerque Posts: 2,818	This car has an engine that Mercedes eventually quit selling in the USA because Mercedes couldn't get its fuel economy to the point the car didn't "qualify" for gas guzzler tax. It's a real fuel hog. Last few years of the W123 in the USA were diesel only. __________________ Kent Christensen Albuquerque '07 GL320CDI, '06 E320CDI

08-03-2008, 04:14 PM	#7
Untertürkheim MBWorld Fanatic! Join Date: Mar 2007 Posts: 2,206	Since it is a Euro-Market car, it all depends on the options. 5 Speed or Auto? Velour, leather? Heated seats, power windows? Climate control, AC, or neither? Rear Window sunshade? A fully equipped euro model might make a nice collectors piece.

09-13-2008, 03:49 PM	#8
tanktube67 MBWorld Fanatic! Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: California Posts: 2,073	I would pay no more than $2000.00 if the car is in good codition __________________ 05 BMW 545i (sold) 04 G35 Coupe/lots of Mods (sold)

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