Mercedes-Benz - 500SEL - 1989
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Selected by Franco Vigorito
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Mercedes-Benz 500SEL from 1989, automatic petrol, black, 230 HP, about 162,000 km, Spanish registration, located in Spain, valid MOT, CoC not present, generally good condition with signs of wear and potential maintenance needs.
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Description from the seller
GENERAL:
This 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 SEL, with approximately 162,000 kilometers, is a European-origin luxury sedan highly valued by collectors. Belonging to the legendary W126 generation designed by Bruno Sacco, the long-wheelbase body style (SEL) represented the pinnacle of comfort, engineering, and executive status for the German brand during the eighties. This particular example has spent its entire life in Spain, originally registered on the island of Ibiza and kept in recent years in Toledo, which favors the preservation of its structure away from adverse climates and road salt.
BODYWORK AND PAINT:
The car is in very good bodywork condition and shows no signs of having been in accidents throughout its life. The paint retains a strong shine with only minimal defects derived from use, the passage of time, and parking maneuvers. A polishing job would do it well to further enhance the intensity of its original finish.
MECHANICS:
Because the vehicle has seen very little use in recent years, it is advisable to carry out a full mechanical check-up and a general tune-up before putting it back into regular service.
INTERIOR:
The gray-toned cabin features the original velour upholstery, a period option that was highly exclusive and considered superior at the time to leather. As can be seen, it remains in excellent condition, as do all the vehicle’s carpets.
DOCUMENTATION:
The vehicle has documented Spanish provenance from its origin.
PICKUP:
The car is located in Madrid, Spain. If won, the purchaser will have a 20-day free storage period to arrange its collection.
GENERAL:
This 1989 Mercedes-Benz 500 SEL, with approximately 162,000 kilometers, is a European-origin luxury sedan highly valued by collectors. Belonging to the legendary W126 generation designed by Bruno Sacco, the long-wheelbase body style (SEL) represented the pinnacle of comfort, engineering, and executive status for the German brand during the eighties. This particular example has spent its entire life in Spain, originally registered on the island of Ibiza and kept in recent years in Toledo, which favors the preservation of its structure away from adverse climates and road salt.
BODYWORK AND PAINT:
The car is in very good bodywork condition and shows no signs of having been in accidents throughout its life. The paint retains a strong shine with only minimal defects derived from use, the passage of time, and parking maneuvers. A polishing job would do it well to further enhance the intensity of its original finish.
MECHANICS:
Because the vehicle has seen very little use in recent years, it is advisable to carry out a full mechanical check-up and a general tune-up before putting it back into regular service.
INTERIOR:
The gray-toned cabin features the original velour upholstery, a period option that was highly exclusive and considered superior at the time to leather. As can be seen, it remains in excellent condition, as do all the vehicle’s carpets.
DOCUMENTATION:
The vehicle has documented Spanish provenance from its origin.
PICKUP:
The car is located in Madrid, Spain. If won, the purchaser will have a 20-day free storage period to arrange its collection.
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
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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.
