The MERCEDES-BENZ E CLASS (2009-13) E500 5DR ESTATE 5.5 V8 387 EU5 AVANTGARDE NAVIGATION 50 7G-T AUTO is a spacious, premium five-door estate, sitting above mainstream family wagons in the UK market. Its understated styling combines generous luggage space with a smooth automatic gearbox and a notably powerful V8 engine. Mycarcheck.com records seven look-ups, but they cover just one distinct VIN, so the figures offer a snapshot rather than a reliable market-wide picture. That car’s average recorded private-sale value was £5,000, mileage 110,000, annual use 5,000 miles and previous keepers about 2.3. Best suited to families or drivers wanting comfortable long-distance travel with real pace, the E500 offers a more special, effortless feel than ordinary estates. Expect fuel bills to reflect its large V8, however. Against BMW 5 Series Touring and Audi A6 Avant rivals, it stands out for its engine and relaxed character; check service history and condition carefully.