Essential Buyers Guide Mercedes-Benz W124 All Models 1984 - 1997

Tobias Zoporowski, born 1975, is a technology journalist, author and lecturer. Since childhood he has been fascinated by cars and their history and technology. Tobias is particularly fond of cars from the 1970s and 1980s. He writes for several magazines and online platforms and lives near the former German capital, Bonn. He is the author of the Essential Buyer's Guide for the Mercedes-Benz W124 and Mercedes-Benz S-Class.

Introduction - the purpose of this book1 Is it the right car for you? - marriage guidance 2 Cost considerations - affordable, or a money pit? 3 Living with a Mercedes-Benz W124 - will you get along together? 4 Relative values - which model for you? 5 Before you view - be well informed 6 Inspection equipment - these items will really help 7 Fifteen minute evaluation walk away or stay? 8 Key points - where to look for problems 9 Serious evaluation - 30 minutes for years of enjoyment 10 Auctions - sold! Another way to buy your dream 11 Paperwork - correct documentation is essential!12 What's it worth? - let your head rule your heart13 Do you really want to restore? - it'll take longer and cost more than you think 14 Paint problems - bad complexion, including dimples, pimples and bubbles 15 Problems due to lack of use - just like their owners, Mercedes-Benz W124s need exercise! 16 The Community - key people, organisations and companies in the Mercedes-Benz W124 world 17 Vital statistics - essential data at your fingertips Index