Mercedes - Benz 500 E(diecast 1:64, Hot Wheels)
- Mercedes - Benz 500 E (from 1993)
- Hot Wheels
- 1:64
- Showcase model / No engine
- diecast
- others
- locale dealer
- Perfect mint condition
- Original packaging exists
- For sale with fixed price
- 22,00 EUR*
Icons of the fast sedans: context about the original and the model
The miniature pictured is a Mercedes-Benz 500 E, the high-performance version of the W124 family. That generation kicked off in 1984 and was a solid evolution of Mercedes’ classic sedans. The Mercedes-Benz 500 E came out of a collaboration between Mercedes‑Benz and Porsche: development work, body modifications and final assembly were done in Zuffenhausen, while the bare bodies came from Sindelfingen. The W124’s styling was led by Bruno Sacco; Peter Pfeiffer also contributed. Internally it was coded as W124.036 and was built from 1990 to 1994, later continuing as the E 500 until 1995. The photos show a 1/64-scale model from Hot Wheels inspired by that car. The little model is die‑cast metal and shows typical details like the widened fenders, low bumpers and the flat hood that set the Mercedes-Benz 500 E apart from the weaker W124 variants.
Tech and specs of the Mercedes-Benz 500 E
The Mercedes-Benz 500 E used the four‑valve V8 M119 with 4,973 cm³ (4.973 L (303.5 cu in)) displacement. Rated output was 240 kW (322 hp) (326 PS) and torque was 480 Nm (354 lb‑ft). It was mated to a 4‑speed automatic transmission built for durability and smooth shifts. Wider track, beefed‑up control arms, brakes borrowed from the R129 roadster and rear height regulation helped keep the performance under control. Safety gear like ABS and the ASR traction system were standard or commonly chosen; top speed was electronically limited to 250 km/h (155 mph), and the 0–100 km/h (0–62 mph) sprint was about six seconds depending on the test. The Mercedes-Benz 500 E looked pretty understated on the outside but had wider fenders, a lower ride and 16‑inch wheels that made it noticeably more substantial. There wasn’t a direct predecessor for the 500 E, though the 300E‑24 had been the sporty sedan in earlier years. One neat bit: the production flow — shell in Sindelfingen, then shipped to Porsche for conversion and paint, then back to Mercedes for final inspection — explains the relatively low numbers and longer delivery times for the 500 E.
Timing and where it fits in
The first Mercedes-Benz 500 E cars showed up in 1990. To give you a time frame: that was the year of German reunification, the Hubble telescope launch was in the news, and pop hits like “Nothing Compares 2 U” and “Vogue” were out — just to help place the car in a cultural timeline. The 500 E used the well‑known W124 body with excellent aerodynamics and torsional stiffness, plus an ergonomically focused interior. The design followed a practical approach that Bruno Sacco described as “form follows function”: clear surfaces, robust bumpers and distinctive lights. The 500 E had specific hood panels, fenders and sills to fit the bigger engine and track width. Because they were made in relatively small batches, these cars are pretty sought after by collectors today. Some parts, like brakes and suspension bits, came from the SL R129, so you can see the technical family ties in servicing. Production as the E 500 ended in 1995, while other W124 body styles continued in limited runs up to 1997.
Details about the 1/64 model in “modelmax”’s collection
The mini you see is a 1/64-scale Hot Wheels model of the Mercedes-Benz 500 E. The photos show the carded packaging with the number 52/250 and the subseries “70s vs 90s” (3/10). The card art highlights the big grille and square headlights, and the toy’s casting mirrors those features with molded and printed details. The paint is a gray‑metallic with visible metallic flake that suits the sober look of the real 500 E. Orange indicators, the grille with a printed star and suggested fog lamps are neatly done. The widened fenders and low skirts are visible from the side; the taillight bars are printed in red and amber. Windows are dark tinted and the interior is dark grey. The wheels are five‑spoke style without a direct real‑world brand match. As with most Hot Wheels mainline releases, the body is die‑cast metal and the chassis is plastic — it’s tough and stackable for collectors. In hand the proportions feel right: short overhangs, a long hood and the W124’s signature lines. The model is recognizably a Mercedes‑Benz 500 E even at this small scale. For display folks and card collectors, the fact that “modelmax” kept it in the blister is important — the card art and series info stay intact and document its place in the yearly line. This 1/64 die‑cast is a compact, fun way to represent the Mercedes‑Benz 500 E in a collection.
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