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LOT 67

1977 Mercedes-Benz 230 Automatic Registration no. FSY 781 Chassis no. 123.023.22.034926

Estimate: £13,000 - £21,000
Lot 67

1977 Mercedes-Benz 230 Automatic
Registration no. FSY 781 Chassis no. 123.023.22.034926

1977 Mercedes-Benz 230 Automatic
Registration no. FSY 781
Chassis no. 123.023.22.034926

*One family/two lady owners from new
*Comprehensive history file
*Desirable specification


Odometer Reading: 38641
MOT Expiry: 08/06/2020

The W123 model has proved to be one of Mercedes-Benz' most popular classic models, coming in a variety of body designs and a n almost bewildering choice of engines. The 230 was one rung up from the range-introduction 200 and was sold on its high quality rather than generous equipment levels. This one family, two-lady owners, 38,000-miles-from-new example was ordered in the less commonly-seen Topaz Brown, and specified with electric sunroof, and even a passenger door mirror, which was not part of the standard equipment. A car alarm and air conditioning were also fitted at a later date as well as having a conversion completed to run on lead free petrol. This historic vehicle comes complete with personalised number plate FSY 781 and is offered in all-round very good order. A real time warp example that you don't see often today. Ziebarted when new it is said to be a superb example and surely one of the best coming to a classic auction this year. An opportunity not to be missed.

Footnotes

Vendor Score Total: 94/100

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Key for sellers' assessments:
1/5 POOR. A project vehicle | Requires urgent attention | Damaged | Parts missing
2/5 AVERAGE. Useable condition | Requires some attention | Light damage
3/5 GOOD. Drive away | Presents well | Good history file | Drives well
4/5 VERY GOOD. Well restored | Running and driving with no noticeable faults | Sound throughout
5/5 EXCELLENT. Concours condition | Beautifully presented | Driving very well

EXTERIOR TOTAL: 21/25
Body Work: 4
Chrome/Plastics/Trim: 4
Glass: 4
Paint: 4
Wheels/Tyres: 5

INTERIOR TOTAL: 20/20
Dashboard/Door cards/Carpets: 5
Headlining: 5
Seats: 5
Trim: 5

ENGINE TOTAL: 19/20
Mechanical components: 5
Running: 5
Starting: 5
Under Bonnet: 4

RUNNING GEAR TOTAL: 20/20
Axles: 5
Brakes: 5
Gearbox/Clutch: 5
Suspension: 5

ELECTRICAL TOTAL: 9/10
Ancillary components: 4
Main components: 5

Car History File: 5

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