This 1988 Mercedes-Benz 560SEL is finished in Smoke Silver Metallic (702) over Beige Leather (275), and power is provided by a 5.5-liter V8 mated to a four-speed automatic transmission. The car shows Florida registrations since new with servicing at Mercedes-Benz of Delray Beach since 2021. Equipment includes heated power operated front and rear seats, power windows, an original Becker head unit, automatic climate control with air conditioning, and self-leveling rear suspension. The hydraulic suspension lines were replaced in preparation for the sale and partial service records from the last 5 years are included. This 560SEL now shows 114k miles and is offered for sale with the original tool kit, 3 keys, partial records, a clean Carfax report, and a clean Florida title.
The exterior is finished in Smoke Silver Metallic (702) and features darker-toned lower body cladding and chrome trim lining the beltline and bumpers. Exterior equipment includes heat insulating glass with an electrically-heated rear window, headlamp wiper/washers, and a power adjustable passenger-side door mirror. The seller has included detailed photos of the body and notes some light scratches and crazing on the roof and top of front fenders. Other imperfections are detailed in photos and videos provided below.
Silver painted 15” Gullideckel wheels are mounted and wear GoodYear Assurance A/S tires measuring 205/65 on all four corners with 2023 date codes. A spare tire can be found in the trunk along with the original tool kit. The rear self-leveling suspension lines were recently serviced and the system is reportedly in working order.
The cabin is trimmed in Beige Leather (275) and features Burl Walnut wood trim lining the center console, dashboard and door panels. Both front and rear seats are power adjustable with heating for all four seats. Interior equipment includes an original Becker head unit, automatic climate control and rear footrests. The seller notes cracks in the wood veneer around the shifter bezel. The leather shows very well with no rips or tears.
The instrument cluster features a 160-mph speedometer along with a 7k-rpm tachometer, an analog clock and gauges for fuel level, fuel economy, coolant temperature and oil pressure. The mechanical odometer currently reads 114k miles.
This W126 is powered by a 5.5-liter M117 V8 which is factory rated at 238hp and 287 lb-ft of torque. Power is sent to the rear wheels through a four-speed automatic transmission. Partial service records are included in the sale with additional service history entries on the Carfax report including a maintenance inspection and oil service at Mercedes-Benz of Delray Beach in October 2023. Most recently the car received new hydraulic suspension lines. Extensive engine bay and underbody photos are viewable in the gallery.
The Carfax report first notes registration in Florida since new with records dating back to 1992. No accidents or damage is reported and linear mileage updates are shown. This W126 is offered with the original tool kit, 3 keys, partial records, a clean Carfax report, and a clean Florida title.
The seller has provided the following videos below.
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2 Comments
@dengreene Thank you very much for the kind words. Yes, this is an extremely impressive car that brings back fond memories and emotions of the 90s. The smoothness, comfort and power are incomparably better than many modern cars.
My 1991 560SEL was exactly the same color and condition as is this beautiful specimen. This surely brings back great memories! Good luck with this auction!