To beat M5: How and why appeared "Wolf" Mercedes-Benz E500. At all, not a tractor: experience of ownership of Mercedes-Benz E500 W124 Overview of Mercedes W124 E500: Russian roads are not a problem

Mercedes 124 - history of 12 years, new technologies, design, popularity and demand. The story that marked the beginning of the E-class generation. The story that was not tired of talking.

Stages of the development of Mercedes 124

Mercedes Benz in the period from 1984-1996 created a whole series of 124 cars and they were all success. W124 was a sedan in the body and was intended for a change of no less popular W123. Mercedes C124 - car in the body coupe. A 124 - a convertible.
S124 was produced in the body wagon. His release was the longest. In 1996, the last car Mercedes S124 came off the conveyor, thereby completing the production of the range of 124th.
However, in India from ready-made machine components W124 continued to collect E220 and E250 diesel until 1997.

Changes in the exterior of Mercedes 124 to restyling and after

Mercedes 124 acquired not only hi-techBut innovations in design, improving them twice.
Already before the first restyling, the W124 car looked much more impressive his predecessors. The W124 length was increased. The manufacturers of the car were installed on the front windows window only 1 janitor, which did not affect the quality of its functional and added heated to the glazing system.

There was a modern 124 body. Moldings made of plastic placed on the bumper and side parts of the car. Such a solution was not taken with the aim of a cardinal change in the design of the car, and in order to improve the aerodynamics. Thanks to this innovation, the air flow was distributed exclusively under the car, the noise from the oncoming wind was minimized, and in all Mercedes 124 fuel consumption decreased. The weight of the car increased, for example, the E320 weighed 2040 kg, against 200 D - 1910 kg.

Mercedes C124 boasts high roof. Rear end The car was designed in such a way that passengers in the back feel as comfortable as possible. On the car, as well as the W124, moldings were located. The main difference from Mercedes W124: Moldings were much wider and painted in the color of the car.

First restyling (period 1889-1893)

Mercedes W124 has become wider than Moldigans. One of the cons of such a designer solution was frequent steadfast. They were easily shot and in consequences were called "foliage" (leaving the foliage).
On top of the foliage, narrow lining of silver colors were installed, which visually walked around the perimeter of the car. The bumper and the body of the side mirrors were painted in the color of the car. On the handles of the doors installed lining from chromium, and the windshield and rear windows DECOMIONED into violet color.

Second restyling (period 1893-1896)

The second restyling made fundamental changes in the entire range of the 90s. Someone claims that this is a coincidence, but some are confident in the intentional change and recognition of the W124 car E class.

On 124 cars began to embed a modified radiator grille in the hood. The principle was similar to the class Mercedes. From above installed a new Mercedes corporate icon. The light bulbs in the turn signals were changed to yellow-orange, and the housing itself was made transparent. The lining for the protection of the bumper began to paint in the color of the car, and the rear extended the arches of the wheels. The trunk lid and the rear lights also transformed. A new design caps were installed on the wheels, and the Mercedes logo was applied on the disks.

Features of the interior of Mercedes 124 before and after restyling

Before restyling, the interior of W124 was practically not different from their predecessors. From the innovation marked the rear headrests for an improved review when moving back. The head restraints were provided with a special button installed on the front of the console.

When restyling Mercedes 124, designers focused on prestige and convenience. Installed new chairs, a natural tree was added to the door and torpedo. Dashboard I was impressive, the car as a whole looked very expensive.
The rear row of the chairs in Mercedes W124 leaned for an increase in the luggage volume. The interior functionality was close to the S124 wagon.

The car security system has changed. After restyling, another 1 airbag for the front passenger was added. Thanks to the central lock, the car could be opened without a key. Added power windows and door backlight, which is activated when opening. The car equipped the double-sided climate control and storage adjustment of the seat.
Special attention can be paid to the W124 Sportline package. In this option, the steering wheel and the gear handle was made of leather. Rubber of the 15th radius, rigid suspension and low ground clearance characteristic of sports cars. W124 Sportline was also available in other version of the line 124, except 4Matic.

Engine Modifications 124 Specifications

The line 124 was something to surprise. At the time of production the lineup He occupied a leading position. In just 12 years have appeared 14 different modifications W124. Among the powerful and popular versions, which certainly entered the history of the Mercedes W124 E500 automotive business (Mercedes Veschka) and AMG W124 E60.

Mercedes W124 E500 or Mercedes Tip

In the 90s, for the first time MB in creating their cars resorted to third-party help. It was an amazing cooperation of two large companies Mercedes-Porsche. Joint efforts they developed the most powerful at that time sport car Modifications W124 - Mercedes E500 W124. It became the main competitor to BMW M5 E34. However, Porsche developed only a motor for new version, All the rest of Mercedes took over. That is why this modification is considered the brainchild of Mercedes.

124 Motor: V-shaped engine 124 eight cylinders, power 326 hp, volume 5 liters, automatic transmission, overclocking W124 100 km / h in 6.1 seconds, maximum speed 250 km / h
Mercedes E500 was distinguished by an improved brake, ASR-anti-test system, increased twice with a catalyst, new electronic injection and suspension characteristic of sports cars.
In exterior Mercedes W124 E500 added fog lightswho were attached at the bottom of the front bumper, alloy wheels With 8 holes, low-profile tires Zr16 and expanded wheeled arches (wheel base 2800 mm.).

Dimensions of Mercedes E500:

• Width 1740 mm
• Length 4750 mm
• Height 1431 mm
• 520 l trunk volume

IN interior Mercedes. W124 E500 included air conditioning, decoration of the chairs in a small cell and power windows on the driver's and passenger windows.
By the standards of the 90s, Mercedes W124 E500 cost fabulous money and had a nickname - Mercedes top, its price was about several tens of thousands of dollars. Now Mercedes the top can be purchased in the area of \u200b\u200b500,000 rubles.

W124 E60 AMG.

The most powerful among all developments AMG W124 - E60.
6 liter E60 with 8 cylinder Engine Automatic with a capacity of 381 hp accelerated in just 5.4 seconds. up to 100 km / h W124 E60 AMG developed speed up to 282 km / h and showed top scores Compared to E500.
The suspension and injection system were again changed, the radius of the wheels was increased to R18.

With these problems you may encounter

Faults in ke-jetronic

Most models 124 before restyling was established by the injection system KE-JETRONIC, after restyling manufacturers of Mercedes replaced it with an electronic LH-Jetronic. Despite this, the KE-JETRONIC system is often found and has a number of problems. First, it is vulnerable to the time as any other device, secondly, it does not tolerate dirt in fuel.
Ke jetronics requires great repair efforts, so first check the fuel dispenser and the fuse block. Fuel Dispenser - distributes fuel from nozzles. Adjusting the dispenser can be performed independently or in the service center.

Problems in W124 Comfort Block

W124 Comfort block The most complex electronics system, which binds the central lock with windows windows. In other words, when closing the LOCK machine, the relay transmits the control of the unit and the windows closure occurs. It is worth noting that this functionality works only with a regular alarm. In most cases, with a new signaling W124, the comfort unit is not reconfigured. If you have a regular system, you should pay attention to the fuse block. Perhaps they burned and need to change them.

Malfunctions in the Central Castle

The central lock is a very convenient function, which still remains in the top of the claimed options. Against the background of the batteries weakened over time in the lineup 124, many face a problem, how to open 124 and what to do if the car does not start.

There are 2 options:

1. Opening the central castle with autopsy (remove the rubber band, put the rag, pull the glass frame from above, press the wire on the button of the central lock)
2. Recharge the battery (raise the car, install + on the starter)

How much does freon need to refuel the air conditioner in W124?

Characteristic for W124.

• Holder: R134A.
• Number of refrigerant: 950
• Number of oil: 40
• PAG: 46.

It is important to know: the air conditioner will not turn on if Freon is lower or higher. Be careful, for the same reason freon comes out and you will have to refill the air conditioner.

Malfunction in the work of tempo

First check for the performance of the basic elements of the system, perhaps somewhere disconnected the connector.

For this:

• Remove the trim under the wheel (there is the electronic unit Movement speed controller control)
• Disconnect the box
• Turn on the ignition and use the tester to check all the contacts of each switch.

How is the wheel marking decryp?

To understand the breakdown, you need to decrypt the marking of the wheels. For example, if specified: 6JX17H2 ET30 PCD: 5/12 D 66.6.

• 6 - disk width (inches)
• 17 - disk diameter (inches)
• ET30 - departure or drive

5/12 - breakdown, while:

• 5 - the number of bolts
• 112 - Bolts diameter

Problems in automatic transmission

To adjust the turbodiesel machine, you must first set the cable from the gas pedal. It should be well stretched and interact with the cable from the automatic transmission. After, you need to adjust the lambs, which is located in front of the cable box (if you twist, the transmissions switch earlier, if you unscrew - later).

Where is the overload relay?

The battery is plastic black shield, followed by the overload relay.

How to change the ecological class?

Previously, when registering, if there was no information about the environmental class, in the TCP set a sign - 0 environmental class. Change this error You can only in the customs authority.

Rear suspension W124 How to remove the levers?

If you need to remove a couple of levers at the same time, jacking through a wooden bar fix lower lever rear suspension. The rear suspension W124 must be fixed on the stands and remove the required wheel.

What you need to know when choosing a Mercedes 124

First, decide which Mercedes you want: to restyling, after restyling or Mercedes E E Class. Their functional, exterior and interior are different.
It is important to find a car with best BodySince over the years he is rotting, and the repair will take a lot of time and money. And anterior I. rear suspension W124 susceptible to Russian roads.
Make a crash test and make sure of her soothing qualities. And when buying is better to change immediately oil filter and fuses.

W1124 chassis

In the back of the body W124 there are 5 levers, thanks to them, the rear suspension W124 has become more maneuverable. Front shock absorber separated from the springs, so the front suspension is susceptible to Russian roads.
The wagon 124 had the ability to regulate the height of the rear, so that the car did not give the car at various loads.
In the entire range after restyling 124, it is a steering booster and brake system Abs. Most versions have a rear-wheel drive.

Mercedes-Benz is a manufacturer who proven and showed that cars can be incredibly high-quality, reliable, beautiful and comfortable.

For the history of the German brand, many families have already been created. At the same time in each of them - their leader, the star.

The W124 line is in great demand even 20 years after graduation. Star of the line - model E500, which received the nickname "Wolf" or "Wolf" in the people for the engine with a capacity of 326 hp and outstanding technical characteristics.

Handsome wolf

The name was consolidated by the Mercedes-Benz-Benz W124 E500 during the times of "dashing nineties." What is interesting, the motorists really liked such a name, it was established and is actively used in our time. But most importantly, the car remains in demand in the same way as at the time of the market appearance.

Specifications

Examine a car in the photo - one. It's completely different - find out what is hiding under the hood, which engine was offered by German engineers, which represents the body.
We will try to tell you in detail about specifications and parameters.

Gabarits.

• Body type - sedan;
• number seating — 5;
• Number of doors - 4;
• The volume of the trunk is 520 liters;
• Height - 1408 millimeters;
• Width - 1796 millimeters;
• Length - 4750 millimeters;
• Wheel base - 2800 millimeters;
• Road clearance - 160 millimeters.

Engine and gearbox

Engine Opportunities and Consumption

And what is this 326-strong 5-liter engine capable of? - on a lot of sufficient, given the size of the car.

• Acceleration from 0 to 100 kilometers per hour - for 6.1 seconds;
• The maximum speed is 250 kilometers per hour (limited artificially);
• Volume fuel tank - 90 liters;
• Type of recommended fuel - AI95, gasoline;
• Consumption in the city - 16.9 liters per 100 kilometers
• Consumption on the highway - 10.3 liters per 100 kilometers.

History of success

Now plunge a little in the past, we study the history of the creation of this car. This will make it possible to understand why, except for a powerful engine, Mercedes top is so popular.

The story began in 1991, when sedans from the W124 family appeared. Then the company concluded an agreement with the Porsche manufacturer. The goal was to create a special version of the sedan, under the hood of which will be the V8 engine. Of course, as a result, the car was distinguished far from only a powerful engine.

The task of Porsche was partial assembly. The E500 model has a native brother - E420.

Besides power aggregate, engineers did the following components as followed:

• Sports suspension
• Advanced gearbox
• Enhanced braking system

From the engineering point of view, Mercedes, the top is deservedly considered a purely creation of Mercedes-Benz, which is destined to compete forever with BMW products.

Technological features

From point of view technical capabilities Car, his story is interesting enough. The car was based on the engine, which German engineers borrowed from the 500SL model from the R129 series. At the same time, the finalization of the power unit turned out to be significant.

What happened as a result?

1. The engine volume with 8 cylinders increased to 5 liters.
2. Motor power reached 326 horsepower.
3. The car received in addition to the engine automatic four-step gearbox.
4. The car equipped the wheels to prevent wheel to prevent - ASR.
5. The suspension level began to be adjusted due to the hydropneumatic system.
6. The catalyst increased exactly twice.
7. The old injection system KE Jetronic was replaced by a more perfect LH Jetronic.

What as a result? As a result, the car was able to accelerate up to 250 kilometers per hour, which is not a limit, but an artificial restriction. Plus, up to a hundred wolf easily gained from place for 6 seconds. And this is during his weight.

The role of Porsche

Specialists from another equally well-known company Porsche have made their efforts in creating a car. To be more accurate, they helped Mercedes-Benz to produce wolf. Claims for the authorship of the W124 500 project in Porsche did not claim.

How was the production scheme of a powerful W124 version?

• On the territory of Tsuffenhausen, which is in Germany, Porsche plant is located. A partial assembly was held here. This plant provided building a body
• The finished body went to painting at the Mercedes-Benz factory in the city of Sindelfingen
• After painting, the body was returned to Porsche again, where experts were collected Mercedes E 500 Top completely
• After the assembly, she again passed to the MB plant, where experts carried out pre-sale preparation

External features

Now that the car was completely collected, she was sent to Mercedes-Benz car dealerships, representing the car as his own author's project. Whether they were offended at this in the village of Porsche or not, it's hard to say.

How could buyers determine that before them is not one of the usual W124 sedans (although the language does not turn to call them ordinary), and the upgraded, powerful version of the E500, relying only on the external characteristics?

Mercedes Veschka highlighted against the background of brethren with several bright elements, not to notice which can only be a person who is not versed in cars:

• Extended wheeled arches
• "Romashkovye" Figure cuts decorated new alloy wheels
• The car was standing on a wide low-profile rubber
• Front optics got independent lamps of far and near light
• Fog lights are located at the bottom of the front bumper

What's next?

And then came the period of incredible success. The leaders of Mercedes-Benz themselves recognize that their W124 sedans turned out to be the most successful project for the enterprise in his entire history. And the "wolf" personified the top, the present decoration of the entire line.

It is not surprising that 124 body is in demand today. Sedans of this series for 10 years of production were sold out worldwide in the amount of more than 2 million copies.

Soon, specialists from the lead tuning-atelier - AMG drew attention to the E500. They took the work of Mercedes the top and made a real fierce wolf from it. These modifications are known worldwide under the E60 AMG label.

Question price

Another important point is the cost of the car.

During the 1990s, when the car just began to appear on the market, it was practically impossible to acquire it because of limited circulation in Russia and the impressive cost.

But even in those days there were quite a lot of people who posted 150 thousand German brands for their unique, powerful Mercedes top. At the moment it is about 75 thousand euros or 5.5 million rubles.

What cars of this company can be purchased today for this money? Modern sports car. A bright example is the SL400 model. Its version of 3.0 AT costs about 5.4 million rubles, despite the fact that the power of this car is only at 13 horses exceeds the possibility of a wolf.

But it was when 124 "Wolf" only appeared on the market. What kind of money it really is to buy today? Obviously, not for 5 million rubles.

After analyzing the market for used cars, and having examined the supply on the E500, you can draw the following conclusion. For the car in the perfect condition of the age of 20 years with mileage at the level of 100 thousand kilometers will have to give only 1.3 million rubles. This is four times less than the amount she cost initially.

We admit honestly, not so many are ready to give such money for such cars. Given the quality, reliability and possibility of the engine is a small price for a car of this level.

There is another couple of moments that you want to pay attention.

1. Origin of name. It will not be possible to give exactly the answer, because the origins of the "Wolf" does not exist. According to the most common version, such a nickname car received due to the saying about the wolf in sheep skins. This is what the car is beautiful, interesting, and an incredible power is hidden behind such a presentable sheath. Believe in this version or not, decide for yourself.
2. E500 and 500A - completely different cars? Sometimes the name of the E500 is found, and in some cases 500. It is typo or two different cars? Not something, not else. Indeed, there are two variants of the wolf - E500 and 500. What do they differ among themselves? Check out video reviews. Nothing managed to detect? Not surprising. What do they differ? Yes, nothing but turn signals performed in orange color. So do not confuse.

As you can see - it amazing carahead of his time. How else to explain the fact that this option remains one of the most desirable cars for millions of buyers. About such projects are spoken with sadness - "Yes, today such cars are no longer done." And this is bitter truth.

Specifications

Suspension, brakes, tires
Wheelbase	2 800 mm
Road clearance (clearance)	160 mm
Front track	1 501 mm
Packed back	1,491 mm
Front suspension	triangular transverse lever, shock absorption rack, spiral spring, transverse stabilizer
Rear suspension	multi-section, Print Spring, Transverse Stabilizer
Front brakes	disk ventilated
Rear brakes	disk ventilated
Tire size (wheels)	225/55 R16

Overview Mercedes W124 E500: Russian roads are not a problem

Mercedes concern has proved to the world that the car can (and should) be high-quality, convenient, reliable and stylish. Dozens of created families, and in each necessarily there is their own star. In the W124 ruler, such a star is Mercedes E500 W124 "Wolf". The wolf received a nickname completely justifies it due to its power and excellent parameters.

The technical characteristics of this model are above all silence (well, it is understandable - Mercedes always gives a lot of attention to "filling"). The chic eight-cylinder engine V8 series M119 allows you to develop power in 326 "horses". Wolf has a perfect injection system - Bosch LH-Jetronic. Few of the owners know, but initially this engine was installed on. Maximum speed is limited artificially, up to 250 km / h, and fuel consumption 100 km ranges from 11.9 to 16, 9 liters, which is a completely optimal indicator for a car. The type of body of this beast is a sedan, and dimensions Promise comfort without constraints and inconvenience during the trip.

Thinking about buying Mercedes W124 E500, the price will pleasantly surprise the future owner, it is adequate and corresponds to the quality of the wolf. Five hundred Mercedes has an excellent factory configuration. Looking at the photo, you can easily make sure that comfort and reliability are the indisputable advantages of this car, and by visiting the car forums and familiarize yourself with the reviews of the happy owners of the Wolf, the desire to buy this miracle of the German car industry will even increase.

Pros modifications:

• The assembly was made in Germany, which is already talking about impeccable manufacture;
• Powerful engine, coping with any peripetia and weather conditions;
• Acceptable price;
• Automatic transmission, which, of course, makes the driving process easily manageable;
• A wide variety of discs with interesting design solutions for every taste;
• No shortage for parts and their availability in financial plan;
• The ignition and power management systems in case of malfunctions generate error codes independently of each other;
• If the car does not start (which happens extremely rarely even in the strongest frosts), then on the Internet you can always find instructions and tips for troubleshooting.

The top, as his loving is called many motorists, came to us in the "Lidiy nineties", survived, survived, and to this day continues to delight its owners with impeccable German quality.

The Mercedes-Benz leadership in the mid-80s realized that the company needs a model that would make a worthy competition of the BMW M5 E34 series. For the help of Mercedes addressed Porsche: the company at that time experienced serious financial difficulties and accepted the order with great pleasure. Bestseller was taken as the basis Mercedes W124. which Porsche turned the motorway to the "Eater".

Outside the difference from ordinary versions less significant: the wheel arches have become wider.

The most important thing is, of course, the engine. Porsche recycled intake manifolds The new 5-liter V8 and instead of the LE-JETRONIC injection system installed a more productive LH-Jetronic. All this allowed to increase torque from 450 to 480 nm.

The engine mounting points were shifted down to lower the center of gravity. Battery sent B. luggage compartment. The fuel tank capacity increased to 90 liters and removed the speed limiter - the car should ride through high-speed motorways and have a large stroke stock. A number of details were borrowed with Mercedes SL R129 (presented in 1989): elements of the front suspension, differential and disc brakes. Serial 4-speed automatic box The gear did not touch the gear.

Mercedes 500 E (E 500 after restyling) amazes, first of all, the unusual work of the suspension. This car is not for spectacular slides in the drift. Unshability of his second name. The sedan is very difficult to remove from equilibrium even with steep and sharp maneuvers for which it is not intended. There is no self-locking differential, and the thrust control system is not turned off.

Mercedes did not put the tasks in creating an unrestrained car, which is obedient in strong hands. This is the prerogative of BMW M5. 500 E demonstrates its power more delicately and elegant. The main thing is not the characteristics of the V8. The main thing is stability and calm at 100, 150 and 200 km / h.

Another uniqueness of Mercedes 500 E is a practically complete hand assembly. Each copy traveled from the Porsche assembly plant in Ressla to the Mercedes plant in Sindelfingen and back. With a special care of the body stained and protected from corrosion. The whole production process lasted 18 days and cost a bunch of money.

Front chairs have electrically regulating.

Exclusive character 500 E was the subject of Mercedes pride. The final price was terrifying. Mercedes 500 E cost like two 300 E, and 20 percent more expensive than BMW M5. At that time, 134,000 German brands asked for him.

For five years of production, about 10,479 units of 500 E and E and E and E 500 were created. Today, European market experts are unanimous: the cost of Used Mercedes 500 E and E500 begins to grow noticeably. Who bought a car a little back, has a chance to earn, provided that I retained the German sedan in a truly immaculate state. And it is not difficult. 500 E strikes not only the high quality of performance and study, but also acceptable prices for spare parts.

Rear installed separate chairs. The car is 4-seater.

Today, finding Mercedes 500 E is not easy, but a well-kept instance and suppressed. On the secondary market For an exclusive sedan asked from 170,000 rubles to ... Attention! ... 980 000 rubles!

History of the model

Mercedes 500 E was presented in 1990. In 1991, the model went to export to the United States. In 1992, a version of 400 E with the same V8, but without refinement of the body was presented. In 1993, Sedan survived the facelifting and was renamed Mercedes E 500. Characteristic distinctive trait - Wider overlays at the bottom of the body. In 1995, the production of the 500th was discontinued.

Typical malfunctions:

Failures in the operation of electronics, and corrosion of insulation of wiring;

Failure of the suspension self-leveling system;

Transmission breakdown.

Conclusion

The greatest surprise W124 E 500 causes what it looks like a German taxi, and travels like Porsche. In fact, Mercedes 500 E is not a sports car, but an ultra-fast sedan without a speed limiter for the motorway.

Technical characteristics of Mercedes 500 E / E 500 (1990-1995)

Version
Engine
Working volume
Cylinders / valves
Maximum power	326 hp / 5700.	320 hp / 5600.
Maximum torque
Dynamics
Maximum speed
Acceleration 0-100 km / h
Middle fuel consumption	13.5 l / 100 km	13.0 l / 100 km