1990 MERCEDES BENZ W126 500 SE AUTO
Has To Be Seen To Be Believed
Rare Willow Green
73000 Miles
Standard Specification
includes:
- 8 Cylinder engine
- Power steering
- Electric front & rear windows
- Electric passenger mirror
- Illuminated vanity mirrors
- Heated screen wash
- Heated rear window demister
- Central locking
- Wood veneer
- Automatic heating Control
- Four speed automatic transmission
- Willow Green metallic paint
- ABS
- Electric sunroof with integrated draught deflector
- Lower door entry lights
- Branded heavy duty rubber mud flaps
Other Information
* Original supplying dealer number plates and rear window decal
* Original factory label under rear parcel shelf
* Genuine matching numbers car with original factory panels
* Complete toolkit
* Unused spare wheel 5th alloy
* Owners pack with drivers handbook
|
|
G907 UMW
This stunner rolled off the production line at some stage in
1990 and was pre delivery inspected by Cross Keys Mercedes Benz
agents in Somerset on the 7th June 1990, being delivered to its
first owner a Mr W from Bristol. The values of
these model's dipped over the years now coming back to the fore,
unique among W126s, this example has never experienced neglect.
I handle many classic cars, my sold page is littered with
classic Mercs,though this is something very
special indeed. Its important to study the images and request
the detailed videos to understand the level of condition.
Shows five previous keepers and a thick folder of history
detailing at least 21 services in the original service booklet
with relevant handbooks. The current MOT April 26, with the last
engine service in April 25. All tyres are matching
Avons. A really strong service record with £8000 spent in recent
years keeping it on point.
Mercedes-Benz W126
W126 designates the flagship line of cars manufactured by
Mercedes-Benz between 1979 and 1991. The W126 replaces the W116
line and was the second series to carry the S-Class or
Sonderklasse (special class) designation. The W126
four-door S-Class luxury car was launched in September 1979 to
replace the W116. The new series provided improved ride, better
handling, more power and increased fuel efficiency over it
predecessor. The phase 2 model is among
the last of the ‘proper’ Mercedes cars ever made. These vehicles
are quite simply a joy to drive. The high standard of build
quality and durability defined the reputation that MB still
exploit today despite it peaking at this
moment. This was the finest luxury car in the world, it was
built to a standard that other manufacturers could only gasp at,
setting a benchmark of engineering excellence that has not been
surpassed to this day and never will be
as costs and bureaucracy prevent it repeating. Come on this was
the model that J R Ewing drove in Dallas episodes.
Condition
The condition is like factory new, with nothing changed from the
standard specification. Its not a restored car, rather an
original survivor complete with original panels etc. This
particular example is as good as they get and
the entire car has an incredibly appealing ambience. It is in an
unmolested time warp condition and has never undergone any
accident repairs, just routine good consistent educated
servicing and sympathy and heaps of love. This
example has perfect condition light and airy quality fabric and
walnut interior and the carpets are like new. There is no
corrosion or damage anywhere. The original paint still shines
and has suffered no drama in its 36 years.
The interior is like new having had a set of seat covers fitted
since brand new only being removed when I took ownership. The
boot, tools, under bonnet foam etc etc are all in amazing
condition. The engine bay is truly remarkable
and this car would be a clear show winner in its class.
Everything in excellent working order.
There is no corrosion at all in the well-known W126 rust trap
under the rear window. All arches and panels are solid and
moreover the paint finish is a thing of beauty with a wonderful
depth and zero blemishes. See image
of the front slam panel, the condition is like that of a two
year old car.
Note - Any marks seen on any images are water droplets.
The underside is completely free of fluid leaks, again, almost
unprecedented in my experience for a car of this vintage that
has not benefited from a nut and bolt restoration. The interior
has a wonderful aroma of gentle patination,
no hint of mold or damp that so often tarnishes the interiors of
elderly luxury cars.
Service History & Care 21 Services £8000 Of Recent Bills
The Mercedes 5.0 petrol is a legendary bullet proof unit and is
so under worked that it will last forever. Very obviously always
been cherished and garaged it has escaped the ravages of time. A
general walk around this car and
a study of its history will leave you in no doubt that you are
looking at one of the best 90s Mercedes in the entire country,
an example such as this is what you would expect to source in a
foreign country with a forgiving climate.
|
.jpg){kind=link}
