Bid for your chance to own this 1988 Mercedes-Benz 560SEL only on The MB Market! Finished in Arctic White (147) over Palomino Leather (274), this W126 is powered by a 5.5L M117 V8 paired to a 4-speed auto. This example shows long term history, thorough service, and a clean CA title.
560SEL said:
@socaltiresCorrect the radio although functioning does not work due to the antenna not rising properly.
@socaltires Yes, just passed smog a week ago with flying colors, and will include the smog certificate to new lucky owner
@elpasobenThank you for your question. Yes, the sunroof operates and fully retracts and tilts as it should. All 4 powered seat adjusters operate as they should as well, including the seat warmers and those impressive front powered headrest adjusters.
@Gas007 I’ve never driven it that far, though several years ago on a trip to Southern California and Lake Tahoe there was no hiccups. Albeit, if you’re ok without mod cons of a radio or cold air I imagine you’ll be perfectly fine.
@avo_tersaakyanI’ll work on uploading photos of the intake and a driving video shortly. As mentioned the AC blows but will need a recharge.
@avo_tersaakyanGreat observation. To be honest, I didn't even notice the tape there. In anycase, I've removed the tape and all looks good. My guess is that it was placed there preventatively by the previous owner many moons ago. The window and door seals are in good condition with no issues. No leakage and quiet at highway speeds thanks to being garaged for the vast majority of its life.
@harry19 Thank you for your question. Yes, the SRS light remains on. This has been like this for the past year, however does not cause any functional issues so I have not had it addressed.
@PeaboThank you for your observation and comment. Yes, the RPM tends to go up and down on cold starts, however, after the engine warms up to temp, this is no longer an issue
@harry19 Thank you for your complement! I must agree :) The guides/chains have not yet been replaced. The door bottoms have no rust that I can see. There were no accidents or repairs to paintwork reported when I've purchased it in 1993 that I can recall. Since '93 it's served most its life to and from the golf course hence the low miles.
@PeaboThank you for your comments and questions! I have not replaced the timing chains or chain ramps from my ownership since 1993. I do not have any service records before then so am unsure if it's been replaced before I've owned it. The vacuum actuators that operate the door locks all function properly with no issues and have not needed repair. The A/C blows semi-cold air, but will likely need a recharge. I'll post a cold start video in the coming days.
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31-Years Owned: 1988 Mercedes-Benz 560SEL
560SEL said:
@socaltiresCorrect the radio although functioning does not work due to the antenna not rising properly.31-Years Owned: 1988 Mercedes-Benz 560SEL
560SEL said:
@socaltires Yes, just passed smog a week ago with flying colors, and will include the smog certificate to new lucky owner31-Years Owned: 1988 Mercedes-Benz 560SEL
560SEL said:
@elpasobenThank you for your question. Yes, the sunroof operates and fully retracts and tilts as it should. All 4 powered seat adjusters operate as they should as well, including the seat warmers and those impressive front powered headrest adjusters.31-Years Owned: 1988 Mercedes-Benz 560SEL
560SEL said:
@Gas007 I’ve never driven it that far, though several years ago on a trip to Southern California and Lake Tahoe there was no hiccups. Albeit, if you’re ok without mod cons of a radio or cold air I imagine you’ll be perfectly fine.31-Years Owned: 1988 Mercedes-Benz 560SEL
560SEL said:
@avo_tersaakyanI’ll work on uploading photos of the intake and a driving video shortly. As mentioned the AC blows but will need a recharge.31-Years Owned: 1988 Mercedes-Benz 560SEL
560SEL said:
@avo_tersaakyanGreat observation. To be honest, I didn't even notice the tape there. In anycase, I've removed the tape and all looks good. My guess is that it was placed there preventatively by the previous owner many moons ago. The window and door seals are in good condition with no issues. No leakage and quiet at highway speeds thanks to being garaged for the vast majority of its life.31-Years Owned: 1988 Mercedes-Benz 560SEL
560SEL said:
@harry19 Thank you for your question. Yes, the SRS light remains on. This has been like this for the past year, however does not cause any functional issues so I have not had it addressed.31-Years Owned: 1988 Mercedes-Benz 560SEL
560SEL said:
@PeaboThank you for your observation and comment. Yes, the RPM tends to go up and down on cold starts, however, after the engine warms up to temp, this is no longer an issue31-Years Owned: 1988 Mercedes-Benz 560SEL
560SEL said:
@harry19 Thank you for your complement! I must agree :) The guides/chains have not yet been replaced. The door bottoms have no rust that I can see. There were no accidents or repairs to paintwork reported when I've purchased it in 1993 that I can recall. Since '93 it's served most its life to and from the golf course hence the low miles.31-Years Owned: 1988 Mercedes-Benz 560SEL
560SEL said:
@PeaboThank you for your comments and questions! I have not replaced the timing chains or chain ramps from my ownership since 1993. I do not have any service records before then so am unsure if it's been replaced before I've owned it. The vacuum actuators that operate the door locks all function properly with no issues and have not needed repair. The A/C blows semi-cold air, but will likely need a recharge. I'll post a cold start video in the coming days.