The W123 gave way to the W124 E-class in January 1986, which includes the rock-solid 500E. W123 models of all types are legendary for reliable operation and remain valuable today.

Even to this day, the W123, which is now what Mercedes calls an E-Class sedan, remains the most reliable Mercedes model available in their expansive vehicle line-up.Despite this, the modern E ...

The W123 is the equivalent of today’s E-Class but, because the E-Class name didn't exist back then, W123 is the common name – derived from the internal Mercedes model code – for the ...

The W123 Mercedes-Benz E-Class was the first model of the series offered with airbags. The driver side airbag was available as optional equipment for the E-Class starting in 1982.

With an understated yet elegant design that built upon the W114/W115 Mercedes-Benz models, the W123 is still a common sight around the world and was a very popular taxi vehicle during its heyday ...

The W123 featured a double-wishbone front suspension, crumple zones, a collapsible steering column, ABS brakes, a range of economical new engines, and even airbags starting in the 1982 model year.

Paul Hudson gets behind the wheel of a 27-year-old Mercedes-Benz W123 saloon that's in near-showroom condition. ... More than 2.4 million W123 models were produced worldwide between 1975 and 1986.

This 1985 Mercedes 250 Lang is a final-year model offered for sale in Germany and is powered by a 140hp 2.5-litre straight-six petrol engine. Everything on it looks to be in tip top condition ...

Secondly, back in the day, if, for instance, the Mercedes W123 was released in 2023, Mercedes would not release another model until after a certain period, so that they produce many similar models ...