24th Sep, 2026 10:00

September Classic Vehicles & Memorabilia Auction

 
Lot 388
 

388

1993 MERCEDES 280 E AUTO

Estimate
£3,500 - £4,500
 

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Lot details

Mileage: Please refer to the video for the mileage showing
Make: MERCEDES
Model: 280 E AUTO
Registration: K592 RLK
Engine Size (cc): 2799
Transmission: 4 Speed Auto Petrol
Year of Manufacture: 1993
Date First Registered: 07/04/1993
MOT Expiry Date: 01/12/2026
Current V5: YES
Location: PICKERING
You can view from: Wednesday 22 July 2026 - Tuesday 28 July 2026

Current V5 present. Paperwork includes Mercedes wallet containing owners handbooks including service book with 14 stamps, previous partial V5s, MOT certificates, and invoices.

The vendor has provided the following:

  • 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280E 1993 Mercedes-Benz 280E
  • Chassis No: WDB1240282B946097
  • In current registered ownership since April 2026
  • Supplied with the original book pack, including the well-stamped service book
  • Nicely specified example, pleasingly retaining its original tool roll and first aid kit
  • This 280E is in its original colour scheme of Nautic Blue with Grey leather upholstery, and was registered new on April 7th, 1993, to BT Group Motor Transport at 1508, Coventry Road, Birmingham
  • It proceeded through a total of five keepers until 2004, when it was acquired by the previous registered keeper
  • It was built to a very desirable specification, with original features including the light alloy seven-hole wheels, electric sunshine roof, electric windows and door mirrors, front armrest, and leather-covered steering wheel and gear knob
  • Showing just 100,300 miles from new, this Mercedes has always received regular maintenance, as testified by the fourteen service stamps, of which eleven were issued by Mercedes dealers
  • The most recent was performed by a marque specialist at 99,446 miles
  • The sound system has been upgraded and is now a Kenwood KDC 3051 system, while recent maintenance has included fitting new front springs, rear shock absorbers, and a battery
  • It has a most impressive MOT record and is sold with a certificate valid until December, plus old certificates and assorted invoices
  • A reluctant sale after a short ownership for financial reasons

 

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Auction: September Classic Vehicles & Memorabilia Auction, 24th Sep, 2026

Welcome to our September Auction!

The viewing period for this auction is Wednesday 16 September 2026 - Tuesday 22 September 2026. 

Prospective buyers are encouraged to view specific lots pre-auction and inspect paperwork if available.

We have a free coach service running between Pickering, our showrooms and Thornton-le-Dale to help you access the site and reduce congestion. Please see the coach timetable here.

The entrance fee is £5 per person during the viewing periods at our Pickering branch. 
This forms part of our annual fundraising to help local and national charities chosen by us.
Please note that we cannot allow under 16s, pets or handbags in the showrooms for viewing.
 
PLEASE NOTE: Please be aware that all lots are sold as seen and without any warranty implied or given. You must satisfy yourself as to a lot's description and condition before you decide to bid. We recommend that you inspect the lot in person during the general viewing days held prior to the auction or call us to arrange for an individual appointment.
 
Each auction throughout the year will witness a collection / donation.

 

 

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The viewing period for this auction is Wednesday 16 September 2026 - Tuesday 22 September 2026. 

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Saturday: 9am – 12pm

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