Not Sold | 1978 Mercedes-Benz 230 Coupé (W123)

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Not Sold (Est: £5,000 - £7,000)

1978 Mercedes-Benz 230 Coupé (W123)

United Kingdom • 26 Jun 2025

Vehicle Details

AI Listing Summary

This is a rare, right-hand drive, specially specified 1978 Mercedes-Benz 230 Coupé (W123) that has been dry stored for the last 20 years. It is running and driving but would benefit from a thorough inspection before being put into regular use and 'requires light recommissioning'.

Condition

6

The car 'requires light recommissioning to return it to the road' and the vendor reports it has a 'partial service history'. It has been dry stored but off the road for 20 years. These factors suggest that the car is in Good condition.

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Transmission:

Automatic

Chassis No:

12304322002933

Odometer:

2,000 miles

Reg Number:

VEH 40S

RHD/LHD:

RHD

Background: The W123 Mercedes-Benz series was introduced in 1975 and was a success from the outset.

With first year production limited, cars began changing hands on the secondary market for several thousand Deutschmarks over the list price.

One of Mercedes-Benz's most recognisable and well loved designs, the W123 (and the C123 coupé derivative seen here, which was introduced in 1977) soon developed a reputation for bulletproof reliability – arguably one of the most solidly engineered cars ever made.

This means that even today, the W123 series remains a fantastic classic car purchase.

In the spring of 1977, a coupé version was introduced, featuring a shortened wheelbase compared to the saloon.

The C123 was available as the 230C (later 230CE) and the 280C and 280CE in most markets.

Unlike the W123 saloon, the rectangular headlamps were fitted to all C123 models, regardless of engine type.

The Car: This C123 is equipped with the 2.3-litre inline six-cylinder engine, paired with an...