1992 Mercedes-Benz 400 E Base

The 400 E was Mercedes-Benz's top-of-the-line sedan for 1992, a big, quiet cruiser built to cover highway miles effortlessly. It rides with the solid, planted feel that made these W124-based cars famous, and the steering is precise without being heavy. The cabin is spacious and trimmed in high-quality materials, with supportive seats that make long trips easy. Stepping up to the 400 E from a six-cylinder 300 E buys you the velvety 4.2L V8 and a quieter, more effortless highway presence. The 4.2L V8 makes 275 horsepower and pairs with a four-speed automatic; expect 16 mpg combined in real driving, which the car's smoothness makes easy to forgive. Many 400 E examples came with the optional self-leveling rear suspension, a feature that keeps the body flat when the trunk is loaded.