This 1985 Mercedes-Benz 500SEC was ordered new for the North American market and shows initial registration in Texas with subsequent registrations noted in Oklahoma, New Mexico, Michigan, and Florida. The SEC is finished in Classic White (737) over Palomino Leather (274), and power is provided by a 5.0-liter V8 mated to a four-speed automatic transmission. Equipment includes original bundt wheels, automatic climate control, a power sunroof, front heated seats, Becker head unit, and cruise control. The included Carfax report shows 13 service history records with a thorough refurbishment service documented in 2015. More than 40 pages of service records are included in the sale dating back to 1985. This C126 shows 72k miles and is now offered by the seller with the original tool roll, original spare steering wheel and radio, service records, a clean Carfax report, and a clean Florida title.
The car is finished in Classic White (737) with grey lower cladding. Exterior features include European glass headlamps, North American bumpers, lower fog lamps, a sunroof, and original glass. The seller notes the body and chassis to be rust-free.
OEM Bundt wheels are fitted with Michelin Symmetry tires measuring 205/55 on all four wheels. Braking is handled by disc brakes at all four corners. A full-size spare is located under the trunk floor along with the original tool roll.
The cabin is finished in Palomino Leather (274) and features original Burl Walnut trim on the center console, dash, and doors. Interior features include power windows, automatic climate control, courtesy lamps, heated power front seats, cruise control, and the original Becker head unit. The wood shows light fading in some areas. The original first aid kit is included in the sale and shown in the gallery.
The leather-trimmed steering wheel frames a 160-mph speedometer, a 7k-rpm tachometer with an inset analog clock, and a combination gauge for coolant temperature, fuel level, oil pressure, and instant fuel economy. The six-digit odometer shows 72k miles.
The 5.0-liter M117 V8 was rated at 184 horsepower and 247 lb-ft of torque when new. Power is sent to the rear wheels through a four-speed automatic transmission. The included Carfax report shows 13 service history records with a thorough refurbishment service documented in 2015. More than 40 pages of service records are included in the sale dating back to 1985.
This C126 shows 72k miles and is now offered by the seller with the original tool roll, original spare steering wheel and radio, service records, a clean Carfax report, and a clean Florida title.
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@EFIII I completely agree, an extraordinary car for the money. One of the most beautiful coupe bodies in history. A real eye-catcher in gorgeous condition.So much car here@Jnasty Hi. Since the highest bid did not reach the reserve, the car is not sold. But I am willing to consider offers on price, with all profits of MBmarket, if the deal is made.@Andrii - what's the post auction sales process?Hi everyone. Thank you for your bids, unfortunately, we fell just short of the reserve for the car to be sold.$13,250 bid placed by @Decemberist
$13,000 bid placed by @Classicforever
$12,750 bid placed by @Decemberist
$12,500 bid placed by @Headspace
$12,250 bid placed by @Classicforever
$12,000 bid placed by @Headspace
$11,750 bid placed by @Classicforever
@ferrari1971 You're confusing the SEC with SLs. The C126 was readily available in the US as a 500SEC. The R107 was only domestically available as a 380SL in 1985, and then became the 560SL in 86.$11,500 bid placed by @Yurii
Additional photos of the door handles and steering wheel have been added to the gallery.@ferrari1971 Hi, additional pictures of steering wheel and door handles will be added to listing soon.$11,000 bid placed by @algirq82
$10,250 bid placed by @Bankrep40
$10,000 bid placed by @Yurii
@Andrii - timing chain done (due to years, not the 100K miles)?@ferrari1971 Hi. Thanks for the question. As far as I know, the 500SEC was also for North America. My friend has the same 500sec from 1986, and I also saw 500secs for sale in Miami. I think they were available for order.@Andrii , I thought the 500 sec were only for ROW markets, that only the 380 sec and then in 1986 the 560 sec were made for the USA North American markets. I see the documentation the USA delivery. Was it a special order? Very nice car.@therealdank321 just front part front left fender. I show it on pictures #131, 132, 133..No pinstripes… repaint?…$8,500 bid placed by @Bankrep40
@mercedesonly If you take these numbers, the entire state should already be under water. In fact, only the coastal areas closest to the water are in the danger zone of flooding. All responsible people hide their cars in advance of possible natural disasters in multi-storey parking lots on the upper floors. I don’t live near the water, but I also drive my cars to a concrete multi-storey parking lot so as not to damage the car with tree branches or other objects due to strong winds.Where do these cars hide when the hurricanes bring 15' of water to Florida and the state is only 5' above sea level?@95Cab Yes, this is my hobby to distract myself from the main routine work and boring life). Thank you again for your interest in cars🙌. Have a nice day.Sounds like a fun thing to do. Thanks and good luck!@95Cab Hi, thanks for your interest. I haven't had this car for a long time, I buy nice interesting cars, ride them a little and put them up for sale. This way, you can try to own different classic models from MB and find your perfect option to keep in your collection. In my collection there is a C123 280, a C140 CL600amg, a W215 CL55AMG and a W463 G55AMG. Some of them will also be sold to try other interesting classic models. This C126 is an extraordinary car. The new owner will simply fall in love with it.Very nice car. May have missed it but how long have you owned the car? What is the reason for selling? Thank you.Hello everyone. I am the seller of this wonderful coupe. If you have any questions, need additional photos or videos, just text here. I will always answer and try to show everything for a better understanding and easier purchase process. Have a nice day everyone.