Thanks for the reply/ Question EP- totally respect your position. I'm not putting down W124 Coupe performance capabilities just recognizing its limitations.

I haven't put my stock E320 Coupe on the track, but have had the opportunity to pilot it at its max handling, braking, and speed limits for a bit of reckless fun. Although any vehicle can be put on the track, and provide loads of fun- the W124 Coupe's engineered nature is heavy on the luxo formal side (even with 2-doors). Heck even MB's SL is on the luxo formal side...

The stock engineered W124C nature can be tweaked a bit closer to sporting duty with.... Sportline/ more aggressive suspension, new chassis bushings, a nice plus one or two tire and wheel package, 400e brakes,etc. The stock M103/M104 with first gear start is plenty adequate for scooting around with these mods.

My W124 Coupe observations came about based on recognizing what makes up the vehicle and its corresponding engineered limitations. For my own comparison, I've been fortunate to track other vehicles ie BMW 325is (Bilstein Sports, new urethane and suspension all around, Brembo cross drilled, plus one BBS, ZR Dunlop rubber), E500, Porsche 911 turbo, etc. I also have a little experience riding race-prepped bikes.

I enjoy the W124 Coupe immensely, but know not push it where its forte does not lie- - keeps me out of trouble and cuts down on unnecessary repair.

Enjoy

-fad