Mercedes-Benz - 500SEL - 1989
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Estimate € 12,000 - € 15,000
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Description from the seller
GENERAL:
Mercedes-Benz - 500SEL - 1989 - 162000 kms approx. This European-origin MB 500 SEL is a luxury sedan highly valued by collectors; it has spent its entire life in Spain, originally registered in Ibiza and, in recent years, in Toledo. The Mercedes-Benz 500 SEL of the W126 generation (with the "L" identifying the extended wheelbase variant) is considered one of the brand’s most emblematic and engineering-forward flagships. This generation introduced pioneering innovations in active and passive safety, in addition to an outstanding aerodynamic coefficient for its size. The 5.0-liter V8 engine offered exceptional smoothness of ride combined with a refined power reserve, setting the absolute standard of the luxury segment in the 1980s.
BODYWORK AND PAINT:
The car is in very good bodywork condition, there do not appear to have been accidents throughout its life and the paint has intense shine with minimal parking and aging defects; a polish would help to enhance the shine.
MECHANICS:
As it was used very little in recent years, it is advisable to perform a mechanical check and tune-up.
INTERIOR:
The gray interior is Velour and was an era-esteemed option even more appreciated than leather, and it is original; as can be seen, it is in excellent condition, as are all the car’s carpets.
DOCUMENTATION:
Included (Photos)
PICK-UP:
The car is located in Madrid, Spain. If won, we have 20 days of storage available.
GENERAL:
Mercedes-Benz - 500SEL - 1989 - 162000 kms approx. This European-origin MB 500 SEL is a luxury sedan highly valued by collectors; it has spent its entire life in Spain, originally registered in Ibiza and, in recent years, in Toledo. The Mercedes-Benz 500 SEL of the W126 generation (with the "L" identifying the extended wheelbase variant) is considered one of the brand’s most emblematic and engineering-forward flagships. This generation introduced pioneering innovations in active and passive safety, in addition to an outstanding aerodynamic coefficient for its size. The 5.0-liter V8 engine offered exceptional smoothness of ride combined with a refined power reserve, setting the absolute standard of the luxury segment in the 1980s.
BODYWORK AND PAINT:
The car is in very good bodywork condition, there do not appear to have been accidents throughout its life and the paint has intense shine with minimal parking and aging defects; a polish would help to enhance the shine.
MECHANICS:
As it was used very little in recent years, it is advisable to perform a mechanical check and tune-up.
INTERIOR:
The gray interior is Velour and was an era-esteemed option even more appreciated than leather, and it is original; as can be seen, it is in excellent condition, as are all the car’s carpets.
DOCUMENTATION:
Included (Photos)
PICK-UP:
The car is located in Madrid, Spain. If won, we have 20 days of storage available.
Details
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Model type
500SEL
Year
1989
Located in
Spain
Mileage reading
162000 km
Registration papers
with Spanish registration
Transmission
Automatic
Fuel
Petrol
Colour
Black
Horse power
230
Cubic capacity
4973
Matching numbers
Unknown
Matching colours
Unknown
Service book/history
No
Valid MOT
Yes
CoC (Certificate of Conformity) present
No
Condition (Paint & body)
Good: may require conventional body and paintwork. May require replacement of parts
Condition (Interior)
Good: shows signs of normal wear and usage. May require repair or replacement of parts
Condition (Frame & underbody)
Good: frame/structure shows minor signs of surface rust, signs of usage/wear, may require some attention
Condition (Mechanical)
Good: mechanically sound. May require maintenance and repair
Condition (Overall)
Good condition: visible signs of wear and general ageing
Vehicle registration
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Catawiki always aims to offer you the best possible buying experience. Our experts virtually review and select every vehicle in line with our submission guidelines and we require our sellers to provide the most accurate description of the vehicle. However, providing a fully detailed analysis of the vehicle is extremely difficult, and close to impossible. To guide you, we ask our sellers to provide information about the vehicle’s condition. Please consider that most vehicles for sale are classic vehicles and they often already have a whole life behind them, meaning that even a condition 1 or 2 vehicle might need maintenance to be ready for the road. It is advised to carefully read our submission guidelines that further describe details about the condition grades and types to manage your expectations. Cars are sold “as is”, meaning as described and in the condition they are in at the time of the sale and without any representation, warranty or assumption of liability of any kind as to the condition by Catawiki or by the seller. The condition of this item is the opinion of the seller and may differ from yours, your local garage, or the dealer’s opinion. This does not automatically mean the car does not conform to its description. Before bidding, please check your local legislation regarding vehicle registration. Neither the seller nor Catawiki is responsible for the registration of the vehicle in your country and will not accept a cancellation for your failure to register the vehicle. We also recommend that, if possible, you arrange a viewing with the seller before placing a bid.
