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At launch, the W126 range consisted of seven models, including four sedans and three limousines. The sedans were already authentic status-symbols for their elegance, finishes and rich equipment.
At the time of its launch, the 500SE was the flagship version, equipped with a 5-litre V8 engine. 

This 126.036 was delivered with a sunroof in the classic silver colour; the paint is in good condition, with some signs of normal use.

It was auctioned on 12 April on Catawiki; the buyer did not complete the purchase and did not view the car; he was suspended from Catawiki and the car is being offered again at auction.

The gaskets, finishes and details are of high quality, as could be delivered only by a Mercedes of those years.

The interior is preserved completely original and in beautiful condition, with the typical ice grey fabric
and the velour carpet: a real living room with absolute comfort on board, which is perfectly in line with the tradition of the 3-pointed star. 

The chassis and underbody are solid with signs from normal use; the car has always been in central Italy and used for not even 5000 km a year as a sedan for a local entrepreneur’s long trips.

The Mercedes 500 SE was able to establish itself in the flagship market, where it became one of the reference sedans for its stylistic peculiarities and mechanical innovations. 

Mechanically the car is in working order and can be driven; the engine is powerful and the gearbox and brakes work; however, the car has been used little during the last two years due to the Covid, and the technical inspection expired in April 2020. Some normal maintenance may be necessary at the discretion of the new owner.

The feeler gauge test was carried out on the body and showed no major accidents (as shown in photos).


Some videos of the car, engine and road driving are available. Please, contact Catawiki.
Bidders are also welcome to view and test the vehicle, which is located in Quarrata 51039 (PT), Italy. Send a message to Catawiki to ask for an appointment in person; you can also book a video call from your smartphone.

In April 2020, the technical inspection expired. It is a direct purchase from the previous owner and normal maintenance may be required at the discretion of the buyer.

We can arrange transfer of ownership or exports documents remotely. Affordable shipping to Italy, Europe and rest of the world. You can also conveniently pick up the car on site, as it can stay 15 days at our storage facility free of charge.

We recommend viewing the vehicle before the end of the auction, even via a video call on your smartphone (WhatsApp, FaceTime). Send a message to Catawiki for an appointment. The seller reserves the right to claim compensation if the buyer does not pay for the purchase in accordance with the sales contract, which automatically comes into existence with the winning bid and obliges the buyer to make payment (which can be made through the seller’s website).

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Located in: Italy - with Italian registration - 191736 km - 3 - Good condition: visible signs of wear and general ageing

Mercedes-Benz - 500 SE V8 "NO RESERVE" - 1983

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Reserve price

No reserve price

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4 October

Tuesday

11 October

5 October

tomorrow

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8 October

Location

Italy

The Netherlands

Spain

France

Poland

Belgium

Germany

Bulgaria

Romania

Switzerland

United Kingdom

Sweden

Slovak Republic

Brand

Mercedes-Benz

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Fiat

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Porsche

Ferrari

Land Rover

Audi

Citroën

Ford

Jeep

Chevrolet

Mini

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Smart

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Object

Cabriolet/convertible

Coupé

Tractor

Sedan

Limousine

Road vehicle

Hatchback

Pickup truck

Station wagon

Truck

Country of origin

Netherlands

Italy (Centre)

Italy (South)

Italy (North)

France (North)

France (South)

Slovakia

Condition

Very good condition: minimal signs of wear

Good condition: visible signs of wear and general ageing

Excellent condition: excellent and original condition

Fine condition: May require mechanic and cosmetic work

In need of restoration (barn find)

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with Italian registration

with Dutch registration

with Spanish registration

with American registration

with German registration

with French registration

with Belgian registration

with Polish registration

with Dutch (exported) registration

with Romanian registration

with Swiss registration

with British registration

without registration papers

with Luxembourgian registration

with Swedish registration

Colour

Black

Blue

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White

Silver

Green

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Brown

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Gold

Multiple colours

Fuel type

Petrol

Diesel

LPG-G3

Transmission

Manual

Automatic

Semi-automatic

CoC (Certificate of Conformity)

On request

Condition (Mechanical)

Very Good: mechanically sound, may require minor service

Good: mechanically sound. May require maintenance and repair

Excellent: mechanically sound, no work to be done, no leaks, no service needed

Fine: may have mechanical damage. Engine and/or transmission may be in poor condition

Needs Restoration: may have sustained major collision damage, engine and/or transmission can be stuck

Condition (Frame & Underbody)

Very Good: frame/structure is in a well preserved condition, minor signs of usage/wear

Good: frame/structure shows minor signs of surface rust, signs of usage/wear, may require some attention

Excellent: frame/structure is in a perfect condition, no signs of rust or damages

Fine: frame/structure shows signs of rust, excess wear, require replacements or work

Needs Restoration: may have sustained major collision damage, needs welding, parts can be missing

Condition (Interior)

Very Good: clean, showing minimal wear. May require replacement of minor missing or broken parts

Good: shows signs of normal wear and usage. May require repair or replacement of parts

Excellent: no missing, broken, or damaged parts that require replacement

Fine: shows signs of excess wear. May have burns, cuts, tears, and non-removable stains

Needs Restoration: may have sustained major damage, parts can be missing

Condition (Paint & Body)

Very Good: minor chips or scratches, minor conventional body and paintwork

Good: may require conventional body and paintwork. May require replacement of parts

Excellent: requiring no conventional body or paintwork

Fine: dents, scratches and body panels that require replacement and paintwork

Needs Restoration: may have sustained major collision damage, parts can be missing

Matching colours

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