Car Mercedes Benz 230 TE AMG 3.2 1989 for sale

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Chassis No. WDB1240831F070684

Engine No. 103.983.22.102429

This 1989 Mercedes-Benz 230 TE AMG 3.2 represents a rare, period-correct Japanese-market wagon that combines factory specification with a pre-merger AMG Classic conversion. Ordered new in Arctic White over a Blue velour interior, the car was specified for the Japanese market. Factory equipment is extensive and focused on usability, comfort, and safety. Notable options include electrically adjustable front seats, cruise control, automatic four-speed transmission, ABS braking, central locking, air conditioning, heated front seats, power windows, rear folding seat bench, third row seating, along with convenience features such as luggage nets, illuminated vanity mirrors, rear loudspeakers, and an outside temperature indicator.

Its AMG Classic Conversion Confirmation records the vehicle was completed on 10 March 1988 and shipped on 5 April 1988, likely directly from Affalterbach to Japan. The pre-merger AMG conversion included installation of an AMG-tuned M103 3.2-liter inline-six, AMG bodywork with revised front and rear bumpers and side skirts, 17-inch AMG Aero III wheels, AMG exhaust system, AMG steering wheel, Recaro front seats, and an AMG 300 km/h speedometer. While not specifically noted, it is believed that the Recaro seats have been trimmed in blue leather since their installation.

The car was first registered in Japan in July 1989 and remained there through July 2007, according to its CarVX Report. It later relocated to the United States, with a clean CARFAX record beginning in June 2019 upon registration in New Jersey. In 2020, the vehicle entered The Patina Collective, where it has remained since, marking its transition from Japanese domestic use to curated enthusiast stewardship.

Today, this 230 TE AMG 3.2 stands as a highly representative example of late-1980s pre-merger AMG engineering applied to the Mercedes-Benz W124 platform and offered with just 87,033 kilometers (approximately 54,000 miles) at cataloging. It combines factory Japanese-market refinement with Affalterbach's independent performance identity in a rare touring configuration.

1989 Mercedes-Benz 230 TE AMG 3.2 | Global Icons: The Patina Collective

1989 Mercedes-Benz 230 TE AMG 3.2 | Global Icons: The Patina Collective

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