Making Good-Old Mercedes-Benz W124 - Pre-production - 1980s Manufacturing process & development

How the famous Mercedes w124 was developed, tested and produced at the Sindelfingen factory in Germany during the 1980s in this 4K retro vintage documentary. Historic Production line & Assembly plant. Manufacturing process from start to finish

How many Mercedes W124 were made?
A total of approximately 2.7 million Mercedes-Benz W124 models were produced between 1984 and 1997, including sedans, wagons, coupes, and convertibles.

Are Mercedes W124 reliable?
Yes, the Mercedes W124 is widely regarded as one of the most reliable and well-engineered cars ever made. Built with durability in mind, many W124s have easily surpassed 300,000 miles (480,000 km) with proper maintenance. Their overbuilt mechanical components, solid build quality, and minimal reliance on electronics (especially in earlier models) contribute to their legendary reputation for longevity.

What was so special about the development and production of the Mercedes W124?
Mercedes engineers were given an unusually high budget and freedom to design the W124 without cutting corners. Every part was built for durability and performance, not cost-saving.
Engineers and factory teams at Sindelfingen worked closely during the development phase to ensure production quality stayed high. The factory itself was state-of-the-art, with a mix of precision robotics and skilled manual assembly.

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