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Mercedes-Benz E-Class Coupe (W124)

1987–1996

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  • Lowest price

    £6,141

    Since 2020

  • Median price

    £13,196

    Since 2020 · n=2

  • Highest price

    £20,250

    Since 2020

  • Sold cars

    2

    All time

  • Sell-through

    100%

    Of 2 lots

Mercedes-Benz E-Class Coupe

Based on 2 verified auction results

No signal yet

£8,866

Market value · recent verified sales

MSRP

Collectibility

5/10

Collectible

3-Year Forecast

Not enough sales data

5-Year Forecast

Not enough sales data

Estimates pool 6 verified sales across United Kingdom, Australia, United States — cross-market prices FX-adjusted at Jul 2026 rates.

Market scores

31

Desirability

Illiquid

10

Liquidity

Moderate

50

Resale Outlook

Option premiums

What every option is worth.

  • Built ≤ 1992

    £4,004-45%

    3 with · 3 without · low confidence

Premiums compare the median price of sales with each option against comparable sales without it, mined from verified auction listings. Sales are pooled across markets on a relative-price basis, so exchange rates and market levels can't skew the split. Options interact in ways a one-at-a-time split can’t capture — treat each premium as directional rather than gospel.

Marque analyst note

The Mercedes-Benz E-Class Coupe W124 sits at a median asking price of £8,866 in the UK market, grounded on minimal transaction data—just two sales tracked over the past twelve months. That narrow sample means price stability signals are unreliable, though the valuation sits squarely in the entry-level classic segment for the model.

The W124 E-Class Coupe occupies a stable modern classic tier, reflecting the design's enduring appeal and mechanical simplicity compared to newer variants. Collectibility scores as moderate, driven by the model's design heritage and relative rarity compared to its sedan counterpart, though demand remains constrained.

Transaction activity is extremely thin. With only two recorded sales in twelve months and zero active listings at present, this model presents significant liquidity challenges for both buyers and sellers. Anyone considering entry should expect extended holding periods and limited pricing leverage in either direction.

Mileage on transacted examples averages just over 18,000 miles, suggesting these cars are typically garage-kept rather than daily drivers. That low usage aligns with collector behavior, though the small dataset limits confidence in what constitutes a norm for the segment.

The illiquid classification and low desirability rating reflect narrow appeal outside enthusiast circles. Without robust forward projections or clear market momentum, this remains a specialist purchase suitable only for those with genuine W124 affection and no immediate liquidity needs.

Depreciation Benchmark

  • Current avg value£8,866

Vehicle History Signals

  • Auction lots tracked6
  • Damage or salvage declared0 (0.0%)
  • No damage declared6 (100.0%)
No damage or salvage declarations found in the titles and descriptions of the auction lots we track for this model. That's a good sign, not a guarantee — always commission a professional inspection and history check before buying.

Est. Annual Ownership Costs

  • Insurance (agreed value)£450
  • Maintenance£900
  • Storage£2,400
  • Depreciation£500
  • Total annual cost£4,250

Market Liquidity

  • Active Listings0
  • Sales Last 12 Months1
  • Sell-Through50%

Market Snapshot

  • Active Listings0
  • Avg Sale Price£13,196
  • Avg Mileage at Sale18,087 mi
  • Recent Price Range£6,141 – £20,250
  • Total Sales Tracked2

Recent sales

  • £20,250

    Collecting Cars · 11 Feb 2026

  • £6,141

    the-market · 15 Oct 2024

Indicative only — not investment advice. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future value.