This 1988 Mercedes-Benz 260SE shows the initial order location as Bahrain where the car was originally delivered and owned. It’s now located in Kuwait in a private collection. Finished in Black (040) over Creme Beige MB-Tex (175), power is provided by a 2.6-liter inline-6 mated to a four-speed automatic transmission driving the rear wheels. Equipment includes power operated front seats with two-position memory, automatic climate control, cruise control, a Becker radio, and four power windows. Maintenance has been documented under the owner’s care since 2020 and the most recent service includes an oil change in February of 2024. This W126 is now offered for sale by the current owner in Kuwait with two sets of keys, the original manufacturer’s literature, the original tool kit and a clean Kuwait title.
The exterior is finished in Black (040) with gray lower cladding and features chrome trim lining the windows, beltline and bumpers. Exterior equipment includes heated mirrors with a power adjustable passenger side, and a heated rear window. The exterior presents well with original paint and original glass. The seller notes all external features to operate as intended.
Original 15” wheels wear OEM silver hubcaps and Michelin tires measuring 205/65 at all four corners. A full-size spare tire can be found mounted below the trunk floor along with the factory tool kit and jack.
The cabin is upholstered in Creme Beige MB-Tex (175) and features matching carpets and floor mats while Zebrano wood trim accents the center console, dashboard and door panels. The wood trim is in good condition with no signs of cracking. Both front seats are power operated and feature two-position memory. Interior features include automatic climate control, power windows and the original Becker head unit. The seller notes that all power features are operational in the cabin.
The leather-wrapped steering wheel frames VDO instrumentation including a 160-mph speedometer and 6k-rpm tachometer along with gauges for fuel level, economy, oil pressure and coolant temperature. The six-digit odometer currently shows just 34,874 km (~21,669 mi) from new.
This long-wheelbase sedan is powered by a 2.6-liter M103 Inline-6 which outputs 160 horsepower and 162 lb-ft of torque. Power is sent to the rear wheels through a four-speed automatic transmission. Maintenance has been documented under the owner’s care since 2020 and the most recent service includes an oil change in February of 2024
This W126 is now offered for sale by the current owner in Kuwait with two sets of keys, the original manufacturer’s literature, the original tool kit and a clean Kuwait title.
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14 Comments
Nice car, Seller, what’s the reserve on this car if you don’t mind?this is the 2nd time I don't meet reserve$15,750 bid placed by @collector
$15,500 bid placed by @Bokhaled
$14,500 bid placed by @collector
$14,250 bid placed by @Bokhaled
$14,000 bid placed by @collector
$13,750 bid placed by @Bokhaled
$13,500 bid placed by @collector
$13,250 bid placed by @Bokhaled
Getting close to the closing of this auction. I appreciate those who bid and wish all best of luck. Im available for any question related to the car, or logistics. Good luck$13,000 bid placed by @collector
Hi Bokhaled, All eletrical components function properly. Mechanical also in perfect condition. No leakage from Engine nor drivetrain. Brakes Pads and rotors in +>90% life. flushed the brake fluid in November 2023Great presentation, any comment on the electric components? What’s the status of the A/C?$12,750 bid placed by @Bokhaled
$12,500 bid placed by @collector
@mikeammain Good point Mike, rarely you can find such exceptional condition. What made me get almost 5 of those back in 2018, was the way it was kept and stored. Under A/C environment. And during the shit, I made sure to keep them in sealed storage, drive them almost 200-300 KM per year at the most just for movement. Never drive it in Rain, Sandy weather. I made sure to take close detailed pictures to provide you with clear understanding of that tiny detailed.$12,222 bid placed by @Bokhaled
$9,500 bid placed by @collector
Many other Kuwait or Dubai based cars are totally ruined with extrem micro sand in every possible location like filters, electric relays, switches, greased parts, windows and more. Is micro sand an issue with this car? Did you check?$9,250 bid placed by @Bokhaled
$9,000 bid placed by @Tarik
That’s the other half from underneath also https://youtube.com/shorts/NKIsmGJgvws?feature=sharedSure, Attaching a quick video form underneath the car, clear and clean https://youtube.com/shorts/t_YyLLFsi4I?feature=sharedDo you have under car pictures?Dear all, Getting closer for the auction closing date, available for any query or question Good luck$7,750 bid placed by @Bokhaled
$7,500 bid placed by @JP49
$2,500 bid placed by @Manskraft
$1,500 bid placed by @Bokhaled
@star4car. Exactly this is short version the description missed it. hi everyone, This is one of my private collection. This in particular belongs to the Amiri Diwan of Bahrain (back in 1988). It was used for the official GCC summit which was held in Bahrain. The Royal entity (Diwan) took excellent care of their cars, I owned several of them and this is considered to be the best, which I decide to place it on MBmarket. Their cars are always maintained and well taken care of. A/C garaged storage, with regular maintenance. Absolutely no comment. One of the best car which I listed which has perfect condition. Personally, I’m planning to reduce the number of cars. There are multiple 560 (sel and SEC) which got listed and will be listed soon. But this is the only 260SE in the list. Shipping to Europe and US is available, I will be offering the shipping packing and docs clearance with this listing. Shipping to Europe is roughly $3K and to US $4-5K depending on the port location. Available for any questionThis is a wonderful car, but there is an error in the description: "This long-wheelbase sedan is powered by a 2.6-liter M103 Inline-6 which outputs 160 horsepower and 162 lb-ft of torque." This is not a long wheelbase SEL, but rather a short wheelbase SEWow, the only other 260SE I have seen is the one that I owned and sold here! What a beautiful car!! GLWTA!!