This auction features a 1988 AMG 3.2, a full-spec pre-merger AMG example with approximately 50,000 miles. This car is powered by the AMG-tuned M103 inline-six, enlarged to 3.2 liters through AMG’s period-correct bore and stroke conversion. The result is a noticeably stronger, more responsive engine with increased torque and a distinctly more aggressive character than the standard Mercedes-Benz offering of the era. This example is equipped exactly as an enthusiast would hope, featuring the correct AMG Monoblock wheels, AMG exhaust system, AMG instrument cluster, and the coveted MOMO steering wheel—a signature detail found on many top-tier AMG builds of the period. Together, these components transform the W124 from a refined executive sedan into a genuinely engaging performance car while preserving Mercedes-Benz build quality and long-distance comfort. With its relatively low mileage and complete AMG specification, this car presents as a well-preserved, highly authentic pre-merger AMG—the kind of example that is increasingly difficult to find as original cars disappear into long-term collections. The AMG 3.2 represents one of the most important chapters in AMG history—built during the era when AMG operated as an independent engineering firm, long before its acquisition by Mercedes-Benz. Based on the robust Mercedes-Benz W124, these cars were not mass-produced models but rather bespoke conversions, often tailored to individual client specifications. Engines were disassembled and reworked by hand, suspension and exhaust systems were upgraded, and interiors were subtly enhanced—creating cars that combined understated luxury with serious performance. The 3.2-liter AMG conversion of the M103 engine is particularly desirable, offering a meaningful performance increase while maintaining reliability and drivability. Unlike later factory AMG models, pre-merger cars like this were built in very small numbers, with no standardized production totals—adding to their rarity and appeal today. As collectors increasingly focus on analog, hand-built performance cars, pre-merger AMG W124s have emerged as true blue-chip collectibles. Their values continue to strengthen as enthusiasts recognize their historical significance, craftsmanship, and connection to AMG’s formative years. In today’s market, a properly documented, full-spec AMG 3.2 with desirable period components and reasonable mileage represents not only a thrilling driver’s car, but also a compelling long-term collectible.