These authentic Mercedes-Benz front and rear bumpers were manufactured for the Euro-spec W126 S-Class. They are the Gen 2 bumpers made for the Euro-spec cars only which are sleeker than the US-spec. The bumpers are designed to fit all W126 S-class models from 1986-1991 and the original Mercedes-Benz part numbers are present on each piece. Both pieces were removed from a JDM 1988 Mercedes-Benz 420SEL. The OEM Mercedes-Benz tow hook cover is included along with the front cross member, front license plate mounting bracket, and each bumper mounting brackets. This set of Euro-spec Gen 2 W126 bumpers are now being offered at No Reserve by the seller in Cupertino, CA.
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Congrats @Preador! You got an amazing deal on these.$850 bid placed by @Preador
$800 bid placed by @ThorKulbeck
Just 1 HOUR LEFT on this NO RESERVE auction... whoever wins takes them home! As a reminder, I'm willing to offer FREE DELIVERY to anyone in the San Francisco Bay Area (roughly anywhere between San Francisco, Oakland, and Gilroy). I'm getting ready to call the police, because they'll be stolen if they sell for this price! These genuine Euro bumpers are truly rare and will make your Gen II W126 stand out from all the rest at the next car show. Don't miss out!$750 bid placed by @CMS_MOTORSPORTS
@SwissBliss Nowhere in the description does it say the front bumper can fit a coupe... only the rear bumper is interchangeable between the two body styles. The front bumper is made for sedans only. Please read the description closely before bidding.I did notice something, confirmed after collaborating with my BenzWorld colleagues.... You noted that this also fits a 560SEC / C126 , however it does not, especially with the front bumper and the chrome... Not only will it take a significant effort from a body shop due to the difference on the ends, but the chrome piece on the front bumper is entirely incompatible, due to the difference between the sedan and coupe grilles.. The do not fit whatsoever. That does not even get into the blatant exclusion of the foglights, a crucial 560SEC design feature. With that being said, somebody please outbid me.... so I do not have to default. I probably should not have spilled the beans to eliminate any 560SEC bidders, but I could not in good faith allow someone else to get stuck holding the bag. God help me.....@SwissBliss My nickname was given to me in high school by a teacher who probably got it from that movie!Good to know, thanks for the prompt response Sherminator! https://www.facebook.com/ComedyCentral/photos/a.10150282952244030/10153809566834030/@SwissBliss No, that is not the same set. Different seller, different bumpers.Is this the same unit? https://www.ebay.com/itm/295927449144 It is same color and grass background, but seems to be different location, just wanted to double check..$700 bid placed by @SwissBliss
@SwissBliss You would have to consult a body shop. I personally believe it can, but that's just my opinion and I can't make any guarantees. The polyurethane bumper cover is bendable (that's what it was made to do), so the only remaining fixes should be to bend the chrome back into shape and to repair the cracks in the fiberglass bar underneath (though the latter has no impact on the looks). Keep in mind that the front bumper has no damage at all aside from the tiny dent seen in picture #11, which I believe a PDR specialist should be able to remove. When your car's hood is closed, it will hardly even be noticeable since the grille will cover it. Hope this helps. I am also happy to show them in person to anyone interested before the auction's close tomorrow.Can the damage be repaired?Less than 24 hours left on these beautiful and rare bumpers! Don't let these get away. There are only two sets for sale in North America right now, and this is one of them. At this price or anywhere near it, they're an absolute steal. For anyone living in the San Francisco Bay Area (roughly anywhere between San Francisco, Oakland, and Gilroy), I'll go the extra mile and sweeten the deal: you won't have to pay for shipping. I'll personally deliver them to you FREE of charge. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact me using the "Message Seller" button at the top of the page. Again, happy bidding!$600 bid placed by @nycexec212
@1976w123 Yes, there is an outward curve towards the top of the rear bumper on the passenger side. The damage has been highlighted in the photos, as well as a small dent on the chrome of the rear bumper towards the passenger side (close to the inner-most bolt). These imperfections can be seen in the photos. Hope this clarification helps.is the rear bumper on the passenger side damaged? looks like its curved?$550 bid placed by @babtainy
@shervinator great piece of History$500 bid placed by @nycexec212
@SwissBliss Thanks for your interest. Please use the "Message Seller" button at the top of the page to get in touch with me so I can get you a more accurate quote. I have already looked at UPS, FedEx, and uShip to get the best shipping rates, but estimates will vary on your exact location and needs.$250 bid placed by @ThorKulbeck
What would shipping be to 75077?I didnt know they were the same thank you@nycexec212 The rear bumper does fit a coupe!Wish these were for a coupe!Hi everyone, and welcome to my very first auction on The MB Market. Excited to be here. For your consideration is a very rare and desirable set of W126 Gen II European-spec bumpers, only a small handful of which are currently in North America. As noted above, the grey market boom of the early-to-mid-'80s ushered in thousands of Gen I W126s into the US. But when the US Dollar was devalued in 1985, the number of grey market imports began to plummet. The US DOT and EPA also began cracking down and conducting raids on private importers and conversion houses, many of which weren't fully complying by federalization laws. Suddenly, the boom was no more. When the Gen II W126 was launched for the 1986 model year, American customers were pleased to find that the US-spec versions had much more power than their previous Gen I counterparts. That, combined with the factors above, meant that Americans had far fewer incentives to buy a car from overseas. Congress outlawed the grey market altogether in 1988, effectively shutting the door on any import newer than 25 years. Mercedes-Benz of North America's lobbying had finally worked. All this meant that there were very few 1986–88 W126s that made it into the US, and almost all those that did had their original Euro-spec bumpers swapped out for the standard US-spec ones. Bumpers like these are very hard to find stateside, and this pair came here much later, in 2013. Hope you enjoyed the quick history lesson. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to ask. Happy bidding!