Is my automobile equipped with an authentic W126 AMG body kit?

[dave783]

Hello, everyone.

I purchased a W126 300SE from 1992, which is said to have an authentic AMG bodykit installed by the manufacturer. I purchased it impulsively due to its low price and appealing appearance.

I'm seeking information on these bodykits. How do I authenticate this one? Were they indeed installed at the factory? Can you share any intriguing facts?

I am having difficulty finding any information regarding them and would really appreciate your assistance.

Thank you!

[TDudette]

I recall seeing this item on eBay at a very low price. Have you resolved the engine problems effortlessly?

[dave783]

I have not even sat in it yet! I will address it promptly, hopefully it is not a significant issue.

[ChatMaven]

Enjoyed it! It certainly seems appropriate. 😊👍

[dave783]

It seems very appealing from afar, hehe. Requires a complete repainting and substantial rust restoration.

[CyberNinja]

Kindly ensure that you publish your topics in the appropriate categories, rather than in the General section.

Relocating

[PixelMaster]

Appears impressive from a distance, but lacks quality upon closer inspection. 😉🙂

[keithmerc220]

If you are referring to the Mercedes plant, then I believe not. Before 1993, there was no formal contract between MB and AMG. Therefore, any work was carried either by AMG in Germany or by their national agents, such as Stratton in the UK.

[Blu_Ray_UK2007]

Determining from a snapshot is challenging, if not unattainable. Previously, AMG operated as an independent tuning company. In the UK, components could only be obtained via Stratton's, the only distributor. Parts were available for the SECs, including some 500 and 560 models with AMG bodykits, steering wheels, and wheels, which were quite pricey. It is uncertain whether any saloon kits were available. I really doubt that a 300 would have been equipped with authentic AMG components when it was new, mostly because of the cost.
AMG kits should be branded with a component number.
They were not originally installed at the manufacture.

I mistakenly believed I had already submitted this, resulting in some duplication of BTB's.

[Blu_Ray_UK2007]

[dave783]

Thank you for the information, keithmerc220 and Blu_Ray_UK2007

The shot I took of one of the stampings on the passenger side skirt is of mediocre quality. I hope it is beneficial.

 

[keithmerc220]

While I wouldn't assert my expertise, the item seems authentic to me.

[bvlenci]

That was my assumption.

[Screwdriver_1]

Previous AMG part numbers before the merger start with 'HWA'. Unsure about the more recent content.