The Mercedes-Benz W124 is the precursor to the E-Class we know today. Manufactured from 1984 to 1997, enthusiasts and Mercedes connoisseurs regard the W124 as the pinnacle of German auto engineering.

When I say “Mercedes,” I’m willing to bet that a Platonic ideal pops into your head. I can’t get inside there and take a look, but it’s probably a boxy sedan — one that looks awfully similar to the ...

Benzes from the late ‘80s early ‘90s hold a special place in my heart. Nostalgia is the dominant factor in my admiration, but if I were to analyze the W124 rationally, I’d have plenty of nice things ...