

This 1991 Mercedes-Benz 560SEL was ordered for the Canadian market and shows documented registration in British Columbia dating back to 1994. Finished in Blue-Black Metallic (199) over Black Leather (261), power is provided by a 5.5-liter M117 V8 paired with a four-speed automatic transmission driving the rear wheels. Factory equipment includes heated front and rear seats, an electric rear sunshade, automatic climate control, heat-insulating glass, rear footrests, a passenger airbag, and a premium sound system. A Kenwood stereo has replaced the original Becker Grand Prix 2000 head unit. The odometer currently shows 255k kilometers, or approximately 158k miles. In preparation for the sale, the car received an engine oil service, new spark plugs, distributor cap and rotor, and new fuses. The braking system was also refreshed with new calipers, rotors, and pads at all four corners. This 560SEL is now offered from British Columbia with a spare tire, a clean Carfax report, and a clean Canadian title.
The body is finished in Blue-Black Metallic (199) with contrasting lower body cladding and chrome trim along the bumpers, beltline, window surrounds, and grille. The finish shows cosmetic wear consistent with the car’s age and mileage. Rock and paint chips are visible across the front bumper, grille surround, and hood, along with a small dent on the driver side of the hood and a scuff on the left-front bumper. A larger scratch extends through the paint on the roof, while the rear bumper and other body panels show additional small chips and scratches. Carfax reports no accidents or other damage over the vehicle’s documented history.
Factory 15” Gullideckel alloy wheels are mounted with Cooper CS5 Ultra Touring tires measuring 205/65 at all four corners. The front tires show 2017 date codes, while the rears date to early 2018. A spare wheel and tire are included. The wheels show noticeable finish wear, scratches, and curb rash. Braking has recently been refreshed with new calipers, rotors, and pads at all four corners.
The cabin is upholstered in Black Leather (261) with matching carpeting and Burl Walnut wood trim across the dashboard, center console, and door panels. Factory amenities include heated front and rear seats, an electric rear sunshade, rear footrests, automatic climate control, heat-insulating glass, and a premium sound system. A Kenwood stereo system has been installed in place of the original Becker unit. The leather shows age-related cracking around the seat bolsters and seatbacks, though no tears are noted. Some of the wood veneer also shows cracking around the center console and door trim. The headliner remains in notably good condition with no sagging reported, and the cabin presents well overall for its age and mileage.
The leather-wrapped steering wheel fronts analog instrumentation including a speedometer, tachometer, analog clock, and gauges for fuel level, fuel economy, coolant temperature, and oil pressure. The odometer currently indicates 255,131 kilometers, equivalent to approximately 158k miles.
Power comes from a 5.5-liter M117 V8 rated at 238 horsepower and 287 lb-ft of torque from the factory. A four-speed automatic transmission sends power to the rear wheels. Recent seller-reported maintenance performed in preparation for the sale includes an engine oil service, new spark plugs, distributor cap and rotor, and new fuses. Carfax additionally records an oil and filter service and transmission-fluid change at approximately 156k miles in 2012, followed by battery replacement later that year and another battery replacement in 2021. The engine bay presents well for its age, though the hood insulation is deteriorating on the driver side and some of the finish on the airbox is peeling.
The Carfax report shows 8 service history records with British Columbia registration documented since new. No accidents or damage reports are shown.
The seller has provided a video of the car below.
By the time this 560SEL was built, Mercedes had spent more than a decade refining the W126, and the final cars are arguably where the formula came together best. The shape was still unmistakably Bruno Sacco, the cabin was full of leather and real wood, and the long-wheelbase SEL managed to feel formal without becoming fussy. Add the M117 V8, heated rear seats, rear footrests, and a power sunshade, and you get a pretty good snapshot of what flagship motoring looked like before screens and drive modes took over the luxury-car conversation. There is also something appealing about a W126 that has actually been used. This one is not pretending to be a 30k-mile time capsule; it wears its 158k miles honestly, with the sort of cosmetic patina that comes from decades on the road. Underneath that, however, is the same late-production 560SEL recipe enthusiasts keep coming back to: Blue-Black over Black, the big V8, a clean Carfax, and a cabin that has held up remarkably well considering the mileage. Recent ignition service and a full brake refresh help make the case for this one as a driver rather than a car destined to sit under a cover. For anyone who wants to understand why the W126 earned its bank-vault reputation, a final-year 560SEL remains one of the best places to start.
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19 Comments
Thank you everyone. Close but not yet there. Thank you all.Almost there! Winner will not be disappointed.$7,500 bid placed by @RayJ
$7,250 bid placed by @GeneSmith
$7,000 bid placed by @RayJ
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$6,500 bid placed by @RayJ
$6,250 bid placed by @GeneSmith
$6,000 bid placed by @keyman3
$5,250 bid placed by @GeneSmith
dang... where is everyone? Guess I'm the only one watching. Oh well; I'd be in DEEP STUFF if I bid on this though (but I really want to....)@GoBoGo definitely will keep that in mind for next time. Thank you. As for the paint, it is in immaculate condition. Not to mention, the fresh set of callipers , rotors and pads at all 4 corners!Underbody photos have been added to the end of the gallery.I wish I could bid; this is currently a steal. I also wish the photos were clearer--can't tell anything about the roof/paint with the trees/power lines reflected in the photos but the interior looks great! If RNM, perhaps invest in some better photos but this seems a fine specimen!45 minutes remaining. Don’t miss your chance, this one seriously drives like it just rolled off the lot. It may be hard to believe but it’s shocking! Take a look at the undercarriage…all the new parts etc..@Hmansoura uploading momentarily.Any pics of the undercarriage?@Henson understood. However we’ve been importing cars into the US the last few months, and the latest was 4 days ago. I am aware that everyday things change, but I can also guarantee there will be no tariff for the buyer. We have our ways to guarantee the 2.5% duty only. So rest assured.@GodFather I suggest care be taken with the "no tariff" discussion ~ I do not want to be a wet blanket, but for potential buyers, erring on the cautious side of a possible US levy is prudent. Appears a tariff has been applied to 25 year + classics. Comes through comments read on other auction platforms in particular. Now, this may have to be sorted out in America down the road legally, but best to bid with complete awareness. 25 year old is an 'easy import' that is for certain.$5,000 bid placed by @Oilcitydemo
No problem Thank you once I ask a question I read the agreement. Thank you.@GeneSmith there is not. There is only a pre-authorized hold. If you are the winning bidder the 5% hold will be charged.$3,700 bid placed by @GeneSmith
Is there a charge every time I bid$3,450 bid placed by @Oilcitydemo
$3,200 bid placed by @GeneSmith
Reminder: this falls under classic car exempt. Meaning it is extremely easy to import into the US. Alongside minimal fees. It will be around $250 duty fee. No tarrif. I will be helping the entire time.$2,560 bid placed by @electron
$1,991 bid placed by @OriginalAndRare
@edand yes it does! And it’s in great working order. The SLS makes a huge difference and especially if you’re sitting in the rear, you notice instantly how smooth it is.Had a 420SEL, same year and paint color. I drove it occasionally, usually carrying friends. Fantastic car. "Only thing better than driving it is being driven in it," as the saying goes. Does this car have hydraulic self-leveling rear suspension? I thought all the 560s had it, though I may be wrong...A video has been added to the listing.🚨🚨 NO TARRIFS 🚨🚨 Easy import. Hello everyone. Thank you for tuning into my auction. Here we have a 1991 Mercedes Benz 560SEL with recent and years of maintenance. I would like to address a few things about this beautiful 560SEL that the auction write-up does mention briefly. The vehicle was owned from 1991 to 2012 by the first owner, which then was owned by the second owner from 2012 to 2026 AUGUST. It was purchased by me, and as the auction mentions, was tuned up alongside a FULL BRAKE JOB. ALL 4 callipers, all rotors, and all pads are brand spanking new. Paintwork: As the auction mentions, there is minor minor scratches on the vehicle, HOWEVER I will actually have the car polished and paint corrected for the WINNER. So majority of those minor imperfections will be gone. - the winner of this vehicle will be extremely pleased with the condition of this car. It is truly beautiful. 🚨 ATTENTION ALL USA BIDDERS 🚨 Importing this car is extremely easy. I can handle most of it if wanted. THERE ARE ZERO TARIFFS INVOLVED. I am already in contact with “PCB CUSTOMS BROKER” unless you want to use someone else. Please don’t let the importation scare you, it will be the easiest process you will go through and I will be there every step of the way, you won’t have to do anything. The duties are only 2.5% of the vehicle price. I will be replying extensively throughout the auction. And I will do my best. Good luck and let’s get it started!