Mercedes-Benz E 260

The Mercedes-Benz E 260

The Mercedes-Benz E 260 was a luxurious executive sedan that formed part of the W124 E-Class lineup in the UK market during the early to mid-1990s. Featuring a 2.6-liter straight-six engine, it positioned itself as a refined yet relatively fuel-efficient option in the executive car segment. The E 260 offered the perfect balance between performance and economy, making it particularly appealing to business executives and professionals who wanted to project success without appearing overly ostentatious.

Typically, the E 260 attracted upper-middle-class professionals, including business owners, senior managers, and successful entrepreneurs. The car was sold in the UK from 1992 to 1995, though exact sales figures are difficult to pinpoint, it's estimated that fewer than 5,000 units were sold in the British market during its production run. The relatively limited numbers have contributed to its current status as a somewhat rare find in the classic car market.

While the E 260 wasn't the most popular variant in the W124 range (that honor belonged to the E 220 and E 300 models), it earned a reputation for exceptional reliability and build quality - characteristics that Mercedes-Benz was renowned for during this era. The model has become particularly noteworthy among enthusiasts for being one of the last Mercedes-Benz cars built to the company's 'over-engineered' philosophy, with many examples still running smoothly today, having covered hundreds of thousands of miles.

Here are 9 Mercedes-Benz E 260 used car sales records for you to browse through.