1996 Mercedes-Benz E220 Cabriolet A124 | Manchester

A 1996 Mercedes-Benz E220 Cabriolet from the A124 family, the open-top version of the W124 that Mercedes built through the 1990s. It is known for calm, solid cruising rather than speed, and its 2.2-litre four-cylinder petrol engine suits that unhurried manner. The fabric roof has a glass rear screen and folds away quickly. This car is green with a beige interior, a soft pairing that sits well against brick, stone and parkland. The side windows are pillarless, so with the roof down the cabin opens out cleanly. The rear seat gives room for extra people or props in frame. The restrained 1990s executive look suits advertising, photography and fashion and editorial shoots, where it keeps attention on the subject. Roof up or down, it gives film and TV productions a period setting and music videos a relaxed open-top option. Weddings and personal hires work well too, with the roof open for arrivals and portraits. The car is based in Manchester.