1990 Mercedes-Benz 420SEL w/91k Miles

Black on Black Long-Wheelbase Flagship W126 Sedan with Clean Carfax

BID TO
$11,000
ENDED ON
03/16/2022 06:55PM EST
BID TO
$11,000
Bid & Comment

1990 Mercedes-Benz 420SEL w/91k Miles

Black on Black Long-Wheelbase Flagship W126 Sedan with Clean Carfax

BID TO
$11,000
ENDED ON
03/16/2022 06:55PM EST
BID TO
$11,000
Bid & Comment

Quick Facts

Location:

Portland, OR
  • Auction lot: 1259
  • Seller: w123benz
  • Odometer: 91,197
  • Title Status: Clean Washington
  • Exterior color: Black (040)
  • Interior color: Black (261)
  • Drivetrain: RWD
  • Transmission: Automatic
  • Seller: Dealer
  • 4.2L M116 V8
  • Long-Wheelbase
  • Clean Carfax
This 1990 Mercedes-Benz 420SEL is finished in Black (040) over Black (261) leather interior and powered by a 4.2-liter M116 V8 paired with a four-speed automatic transmission. Additional equipment includes a sunroof, automatic climate control, cruise control, and 15″ Gullideckel wheels. Recent service includes an oil and filter service and a new fuel pump relay.  The car was originally sold in California and has remained on the west coast since 1990.  This W126 shows 91k miles and is offered by the selling dealer in Portland with manufacturer’s literature, a first-aid kit, paper tags, original tool roll, two keys, a clean Carfax report, and a clean Washington State title.
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The car is finished in Black (040) with contrasting gray lower cladding along with a chrome grille and trim. Features include an electric tilting and sliding sunroof, power antenna, and headlight wipers. The seller believes the paint to be all original on this accident-free example and close-up photos of the paintwork and trim are provided in the gallery. A small dent on the driver’s side front quarter panel is noted behind the front wheel along with minor imperfections along the lip of the rear bumper.

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The OEM 15″ Gullideckel wheels are mounted with a set of 205/65 Bridgestone Turanza tires showing 2015 date codes. Stopping power is provided by four-wheel anti-lock disc brakes at all four corners.
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The cabin is trimmed in Black leather (261) and features Zebrano wood accents on the dash, center console, and door panels. Cracks and chips are visible in the center console wood with close-up photos provided in the gallery. The car is equipped with an aftermarket Kenwood CD stereo head unit and a Sony 10-disc CD changer mounted in the trunk. Additional amenities include automatic climate control, power-adjustable front seats with position memory, and power windows and door locks. The seller states that all features and options are functional and operable.
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The leather wrapped, four-spoke airbag steering wheel frames a 160-mph speedometer, a tachometer with an integrated clock, and gauges for fuel level, oil pressure, coolant temperature, and instant fuel economy. The six-digit odometer shows just over 91k miles.
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The 4.2-liter M116 V8 features Bosch KE-Jetronic fuel injection and was factory rated at 221 horsepower and 240 lb-ft of torque when new. An oil and fluid service was performed in preparation for the sale and the fuel pump relay was recently replaced. An invoice for the above is included with the sale.
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The Carfax report shows linear mileage history since 1990, 10 service history records, no accidents or other damage, and registration history in California and Oregon.
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A walkaround video of the car is viewable below:

The MB Market Insights

There's not a much more iconic color combination for the flagship W126 sedan than Black on Black. These cars were technological wonders for their time and continued to raise the bar new and standard features. The Sacco-era styling is, unmistakably, classic Mercedes. As with each generation of S-class, this top-of-the-line offering from Mercedes is adequately over engineered but - unlike cars from the modern era - not overloaded with electronics, making this generation of Mercedes easy to keep on the road for decades. Throughout the 80’s and early 90’s, the long-wheel-base W126 was a must have for any notable figure worldwide. Classic luxury sedans with big V8’s like this are becoming more desirable when compared to their modern and bubble-like shaped counterparts. This long-wheelbase 420SEL proves that you don’t have to overcomplicate something to make it feel like the best automobile in the world. Thanks to quality craftsmanship and legendary build quality, the W126 feels like a tank and well-loved examples like this one are becoming extinct.

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1990 Mercedes-Benz 420SEL w/91k Miles

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BID TO
$11,000 by SCRB99
ENDED ON
03/16/2022 06:55PM EST
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12 Comments

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March 16th, 2022 at 6:53pm EST

$11,000 bid placed by @SCRB99

March 16th, 2022 at 6:51pm EST

$10,750 bid placed by @LionHeart

March 16th, 2022 at 6:50pm EST

$10,500 bid placed by @SCRB99

March 16th, 2022 at 6:48pm EST

$10,250 bid placed by @LionHeart

March 16th, 2022 at 6:47pm EST

$10,000 bid placed by @Irisen

March 16th, 2022 at 6:47pm EST

$9,750 bid placed by @LionHeart

March 16th, 2022 at 6:47pm EST

$9,500 bid placed by @UncleScrooge69

March 16th, 2022 at 6:46pm EST

$9,250 bid placed by @LionHeart

March 16th, 2022 at 6:45pm EST

$9,000 bid placed by @SCRB99

March 16th, 2022 at 6:36pm EST

$8,750 bid placed by @LionHeart

March 16th, 2022 at 6:17pm EST

$8,500 bid placed by @UncleScrooge69

March 16th, 2022 at 5:35pm EST

$8,250 bid placed by @LionHeart

March 16th, 2022 at 5:21pm EST

$8,000 bid placed by @SCRB99

March 16th, 2022 at 5:18pm EST
w123benz (16)
Seller
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We're quickly approaching the final hour of the auction, thank you to all that participated! Feel free to comment or direct message me with any additional questions. Happy bidding!
March 16th, 2022 at 5:13pm EST

$7,750 bid placed by @bpeachee

March 16th, 2022 at 5:08pm EST

$7,500 bid placed by @LionHeart

March 16th, 2022 at 4:34pm EST

$7,250 bid placed by @UncleScrooge69

March 16th, 2022 at 3:03pm EST

$7,000 bid placed by @LionHeart

March 16th, 2022 at 11:41am EST

$6,750 bid placed by @UncleScrooge69

March 16th, 2022 at 12:31am EST

$6,500 bid placed by @Irisen

March 15th, 2022 at 8:18pm EST

$6,250 bid placed by @UncleScrooge69

March 15th, 2022 at 4:54pm EST
Photos of the underbody have been added to the gallery.  Thank you.
March 15th, 2022 at 4:06pm EST
@Ojiedapogi Please understand that you cannot bid on the car simply by placing a comment with a number in it.  You must register an account on the website in order to place a bid.  You would do so by clicking the large orange "PLACE BID" button located at both the top and bottom of the screen.  Kindly refer to our "How it works/FAQ" section if you have any remaining questions.  Thank you.
March 15th, 2022 at 1:05pm EST

$6,000 bid placed by @RCOOPLAW

March 15th, 2022 at 11:43am EST
$5,550
March 14th, 2022 at 11:16pm EST
Thank You!
March 14th, 2022 at 11:15pm EST
w123benz (16)
Seller
1
@UncleScrooge69 I will post some undercarriage pictures tomorrow!
March 14th, 2022 at 11:15pm EST
w123benz (16)
Seller
0
@mario123 I did not receive any service records with the car. The only ones I have are the ones included in the picture. I’ll scan it tomorrow so it’s easier to read what was done
March 14th, 2022 at 11:09pm EST
Any undercarriage photos available?
March 14th, 2022 at 1:46pm EST
@w123benz thanks! Is it possible to see the service records to see all the work that has been done on this car?
March 14th, 2022 at 12:50pm EST
w123benz (16)
Seller
0
@mario123 The owner had to sell it because he doesn't have the garage space for it anymore.
March 14th, 2022 at 12:30pm EST
This car was sold just a few months ago on BaT. Any reasons this car is up for sale again so quickly?
March 12th, 2022 at 5:36pm EST

$5,500 bid placed by @BackNein

March 12th, 2022 at 1:49pm EST

$5,000 bid placed by @Ritz10520

March 12th, 2022 at 1:13pm EST
Not a fan of the purple tint, but other than that, this thing just screams classic cool.  I remember these being the villain cars in all the 80s movies like Lethal Weapon haha.  I would love to own one of these and live out my movie "bad guy" fantasy...but don't have the room right now.  I'll be jealous of whoever wins this one.  Good Luck to seller and bidders!
March 12th, 2022 at 1:04pm EST

$4,420 bid placed by @Irisen

March 9th, 2022 at 8:34pm EST

$2,500 bid placed by @Ritz10520

March 9th, 2022 at 7:48pm EST

$1,750 bid placed by @3BEllis

March 9th, 2022 at 12:50pm EST

$1,500 bid placed by @Ritz10520

March 8th, 2022 at 10:10pm EST

$250 bid placed by @3BEllis

Quick Facts

Location:

Portland, OR
  • Auction lot: 1259
  • Seller: w123benz
  • Odometer: 91,197
  • Title Status: Clean Washington
  • Exterior color: Black (040)
  • Interior color: Black (261)
  • Drivetrain: RWD
  • Transmission: Automatic
  • Seller: Dealer
  • 4.2L M116 V8
  • Long-Wheelbase
  • Clean Carfax

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