1995 Mercedes-Benz 300 CE Sportline Cabriolet

Description

The 1995 Mercedes-Benz 300 CE Sportline Cabriolet represents the pinnacle of the W124 convertible lineage, blending open-top elegance with enhanced driving dynamics. As the final model year before the transition to the E-Class naming convention, the 300 CE Cabriolet was already a rare and refined machine. The optional Sportline package elevated it further, adding a performance-oriented edge to this luxury cruiser. 

Sportline models feature a lowered suspension, stiffer springs and shocks, quicker steering ratio, and distinctive 8-hole alloy wheels. Inside, upgrades included a leather-wrapped sport steering wheel, shift knob, and firmer, bolstered seats for improved lateral support. These enhancements gave the cabriolet a more responsive and engaging character without compromising its signature comfort. 

Power comes from the 3.2-liter M104 inline-six, producing 217 hp and 229 lb-ft of torque, paired with a smooth four-speed automatic transmission. The chassis was heavily reinforced to maintain rigidity despite the absence of a fixed roof, ensuring a solid, rattle-free ride. 

Automobile Magazine referred to the E-Class Cabriolet as “a grand tourer in the truest sense,” emphasizing its “timeless design and impeccable build quality.” Mercedes-Benz produced 3,676 W124 Cabriolet’s in 1995 and it’s estimated that less than 10 percent were ordered with the Sportline package. 

Highlights 

• Rare 1995 Mercedes-Benz 300 CE Sportline Cabriolet showing just 65,049 miles from new 

• Finished in a special-order paint over a Black Leather (261A) interior  

• Black power convertible top 

• Powered by the M104 DOHC, 24-valve, 3.2-liter inline-six engine  

• Four-speed automatic transmission  

• Clean CARFAX Vehicle History Report 

Features 

• Sportline Package includes: 

  • Lowered and stiffer suspension 

  • Quicker steering ratio for improved response 

  • Upgraded sway bars and bushings for better cornering 

  • 16-inch 5-hole alloy wheels 

  • Sportline badging on the gearshift and exterior 

  • Sportline-specific interior with bolstered sport seats and special trim 

• This 1995 Mercedes-Benz 300 CE features the following factory options: 

  • 000U – Special Paintwork 

  • 240 – Outside Temperature Indicator 

  • 249 – Automatically Dipping Inside Rear View Mirror 

  • 261A – Leather Black 

  • 283 – Draft Deflector 

  • 289 – Wood/Leather Steering-Wheel 

  • 291 – Airbag for Front Passenger 

  • 300 – Storage Box in Front Tray 

  • 425 – Four-Speed Automatic Transmission 

  • 471 – Acceleration Skid Control (ASR) 

  • 512 – Radio MB Special with Traffic News Decoder (VK), With RDS 

  • 531 – Automatic Antenna 

  • 570 – Folding Armrest, Front 

  • 580 – Air Conditioner 

  • 653 – Sports Chassis with 5-Hole Light Alloy Wheels 

  • 740 – Black Soft Top Fabric 9001 

  • 819 – CD Changer in the Trunk - Alpine 

  • 873 – Seat Heater for Left and Right Front Seats 

  • 885 – Locking System with Infrared Remote Control and Immobilizer 

  • 952 – Sportline 

• Battery was replaced in May 2023 

Known Imperfections 

• Two holes in the interior lining of the convertible top that got punctured during storage 

• A crack in the plastic piece on the inside of the convertible top  

Included 

• Owner’s Manuals in English and German 

• Many years of maintenance records 

Ownership History 

The accompanying CARFAX Vehicle History Report places this 1995 Mercedes-Benz 300 CE Cabriolet in the Houston, Texas, area after it was imported from the U.S. island territory of Guam in 2001. It now shows just 65,049 miles at cataloging.

The consignor states, “Hydraulics for the convertible top were replaced about nine years ago. The original automatically dipping rear-view mirror was replaced with a standard MB rear view mirror about 7 years ago. The top and liner are original, and the photos reflect wear consistent with a 30-year-old vehicle. I have the original radio, which works, but it was swapped for a Pioneer radio that supported Bluetooth.”