1994 Mercedes-Benz 500E

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Original owner from 1994 to 2012
Built in a collaboration between Porsche and Mercedes-Benz in limited production
Last year of production for the Untied States
One of approximately 1,528 examples built for the United States
Black Pearl Metallic paint over Grey Leather Interior
60,000 Original Miles
326 horsepower/354 lb-ft of torque 5.0-liter V8 engine, 4-speed automatic transmission

One of the best under-the-radar cars in the automotive world is the Mercedes-Benz 500E. Built in collaboration with Porsche in the early 90s, it is one of the greatest Q-ship sedans ever created. Using parts from the SL sports car and accessing Porsche’s handmade expertise, these special cars took an average of 18 days to build. With the immensely powerful 326 horsepower 5.0-liter V8 engine came impressive performance with a limited top speed of 155mph, all while maintaining the Mercedes-Benz level of quality and comfort. A few clues gave away that this was not your ordinary W124, such as its aggressive 1.5-inch wider stance, 0.9-inch lower profile, flared fenders, side skirts, and purposeful front air dam. Thankfully the final package, to the untrained eye, was subtle enough to not attract unwarranted attention from law enforcement.

This particular 500E was sold new in Ohio, and came standard with a long list of special equipment, including Porsche-designed self-leveling hydraulic suspension, cruise control, power seats, power sunroof, power windows and locks, large 4-wheel disc brakes from the SL500, and of course the bulletproof 5.0-liter V8 engine. The 500E is also equipped with a set of 18’ AMG Monoblock wheels. It remained with its first owner until 2012, during which time the owner only added 55,000 miles. The second owner then purchased the car and kept it until 2016, where the third owner brought the 500E to Colorado.

During the third ownership the car had multiple inspections and regular services at Star Tech Mercedes in Denver, Colorado. Throughout the 4-year ownership, it received over $10,000 in upgrades and servicing, only accumulating a total of 6,000 miles, and preserved in magnificent condition.

Upon arrival at Canepa, each and every collector car for sale is put through an extensive and diligent process called the Canepa Difference. This includes a major and comprehensive mechanical inspection where all systems are checked and serviced as necessary, plus an award-winning concours-level detailing that involves a thorough cleaning of each and every surface ensuring that every car is a sight to behold. Finishing off with a foam-pad-only polish to enhance the paint finish, each and every car is a perfect example and a personification of Bruce Canepa’s impeccable attention to detail.

This Mercedes-Benz 500E includes its original owner’s manuals and books, along with a variety of service documents. A Mercedes-Benz 500E is a driving automotive history lesson, showing that manufacturers weren’t always in the business of keeping to themselves. Often times collaborations formed out of necessity for either technical or expertise needs, which often created extremely innovative and cool projects. With Mercedes-Benz designing their 500E and the capable hands of Porsche assembling the Q-ships, these are unique, memorable, and ultimately fantastic driving cars.