Chassis No. WDB1240361B922441

Engine No. 119.974.12.007314

In the 1990s, Mercedes had a clear goal for their W124 generation of E-Class: to show the world that the BMW M5 wasn't the only performance sedan from Germany. Enter the Mercedes-Benz 500 E, a car born from a unique collaboration with Porsche. This wasn't just a cosmetic partnership-Porsche played a pivotal role in the car's engineering and production, with some of its most significant features arising from their involvement.

The 500 E boasted a wider track to accommodate larger tires, necessitating flared wheel arches. However, these changes made the car 2.2 inches wider than the standard W124, meaning it couldn't be built on the regular production line. The solution? The car's production was split between Mercedes' plant and Porsche's Rössle-Bau plant in Zuffenhausen, the same facility that produced the iconic Porsche 959 supercar. The result was a remarkable 18-day production process!

This 1993 500 E emerged from this remarkable partnership on 5 February 1993 and was promptly taken to AMG to enhance its sporting character further. AMG, known for its performance enhancements, didn't hold back. The engine was upgraded to 6.0-liter specification, increasing power levels to 384 horsepower and torque to nearly 430 lb-ft. The car also received an AMG exhaust system, 18 inch AMG "Aero III" style wheels, a 300 kph speedometer, and an AMG steering wheel. Once completed, the car was exported to Japan, and it remained there until it was purchased by the current owner and imported to the United States in 2022.

Since arriving in the U.S., the car received a comprehensive in-house service and was shown at the 2024 The Amelia Island Concours d'Elegance Cars and Caffeine. Complete with Japanese market owner's manuals and service records, the car currently displays just over 133,000 kilometers or the equivalent of 83,000 miles at the time of listing. Representing the pinnacle of 1990s German performance sedans, this 1993 Mercedes-Benz 500 E AMG 6.0 "Hammer" blends the luxury, speed, and engineering excellence from both Porsche and AMG into a vehicle that highlights the true essence of an unexpected collaboration.