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We're pleased to announce we're lifting reserve on this Pano top and the highest bid will win it today. Thanks!
Good morning all, thanks for the bids over the weekend! Let me know if any lingering details need answered before we get into the final hour of the auction. As mentioned we can help facilitate delivery along the East coast/lower Midwest as long as the buyer has a little patience :) Good luck to all, this is a very rare color to find!
@ekimpPhotos of paint meter readings have been sent in, expect to see them uploaded soon. As noted, the paint is original and in really nice condition. regarding shipping, we can help facilitate along the East coast/lower Midwest.
@MackdadaeThese engines (nor turbo or supercharged engines) needed head bolts. You're thinking of the M156 (NA 6.2L V8 from AMG). This car doesn't have that issue.
@ammaraj24perfect!
@ALeventhalHopefully the winner keeps us informed and for their sake, I hope beyond everything else they find it IS a 6.0. Absolute worst case- the winner is getting a VERY cool 129. Good luck to all!
@124guy Just checked that decoder, specifically shows "500 SL / AMG 500 SL 6.0". PSA Not every euro 129 decodes like that.
@ammaraj24has the right attitude. Could be a gamble at this point but there's some risk. Sounds like fun to some of us. @AMGAddict, thanks for stopping by, Excited to watch this and FWIW, I may not be the leading expert on pre-merger cars but there's a lot of good going for this one. Additionally, this might be the best looking 129 I've seen in some time. AMG cosmetics shouldn't be shrugged off.
@mbz2000I've seen a few of these 40th cars. I believe starting MSRP was 295k- should be some car and driver/road and track articles out there outling the nearly 300k sticker shock at the time. For those curious, Alubeam is FANTASTIC and the upper hides are really rich in person.
@MrBlondeStill worth it considering the rarity and mileage. I think these are going to be wayyyy more collectible in a few years. Open top, V8, and low mileage. Love it!
The topic of authenticity was, IMO, exhausted in the last auction for this car. On one hand it was, in a respective community of enthusiasts, remembered to have had the kit since virtually new- that was ok for some and not others. It took 4 days of the auction to go through the same conversation being had now. Let's all just assume the same outcome, wish the seller luck, and enjoy seeing something so cool come back to the market.
@IlovebigtoysIf the CLS55 had ABC (active body control) it would be expensive BUT these cars were AIRMATIC- much easier to work on.
Been racking my brain and can't actually recall ever seeing this color on a 116 previously. All the charm and road presence!
@Gryphon12Been hoping to see a DL collab here for a while.....
Congrats to the seller and buyer! Great auction to watch.
Been staring at this listing all week. Not sure I've seen a more complete Silver Arrow (down to all the keys, briefcase, etc). Out of my league but good luck to the seller on this- superb car!
@raffiLook at the bumpers and fenders. That is far from a "regular" 190E. The example photo from an AMG brochure shows the comparison in the top right ;)
@blakleyleonard should be able to answer this.
@Benzfan84Quite rare to see one of these- if at all with air suspension. FYI there would be a button just below the shifter if it did have airmatic.
Utter dream car for me, there's a lot to love about these including the early COMAND and rear buckets but that engine is LEGENDARY.
I'm not actively bidding on this one BUT if I were, it'd be at the top of my list. I've seen this car in person and it absolutely holds up to the photos and video. Good luck to all here- killer car.
I keep watching this thinking someone needs to buy it and save it or at least drive it as a good runner. This would be the perfect "strap your surfboard to the top and go to the beach" cruiser.
Nothing better than a good 4.5 in these.
MORE than happy to get this one kicked off. Actually remember seeing this as a kid with no car, no license, and no money thinking it was the coolest. WCC was massively influential in the early 2000's along with DUB magazine and this screams that era. Will proudly cruise this around Atlanta if I win.
Always been curious how these drive with the M104. Has to be a rewarding driver.
Does it get any more perfect or ideal than this? Always loved a straight 6 R107. I feel like this is going to pay the buyer back with years of good drives
Stellar car and dead-cool retro throwback. Wish I could add this one to the stable...GLWTA!
@Vespisi1I recently bought a 107 out of CT under the same pretense. CT issues classics with registration-only status. Once you have that and a bill of sale, your state can issue a title for it.
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Enjoying watching this (queue popcorn)
For those lingering and watching I've spent time around this example and can verify it's likely the nicest on the market. Exceptionally kept and owned. Bid with total confidence!
Personally owned two of these and trusted with daily duty. Due to the reinforced rear and extra weight these always delivery perfect driving dynamics compared to the sedans and feel infinitely more solid. Good luck with auction to the seller and bidders!
Not much more iconic than signal red on a 107. Amazing that these were 60K+ in the late 80s!
TONS to love about this car. From the color combination to the wheels, I'm convinced these will be appreciating assets when spec'd like this. GLWTA to the seller!
Seems like a stellar deal considering previous sales and work performed here. Not to mention loads of immeasurable character compared to new cars. GLWTA!
Looks like Beige (265) @CICBarkeep
@Mecho69Safe to assume around $1.10 per mile open carrier and close to $1.80 or a little more if you're shipping enclosed. I'm not in the business but I do ship cars frequently.
Congrats @ariotofmyown
Might be a trivial question but the A/C does blow cold and hold a charge?
@ItWillPassThat's a different car you're thinking of. @Pizdets4u Add this one to the collection!
Lots of potential in this SEL to be a fantastic driver!
Always been curious about how these are to drive. Had an SLK32 some years back- thinking the M113 in this platform should be great
@Mr_CasanovaLook under the "Quick Facts" section. Shows Mclean, Virginia as the location.
Can vouch for the guys who replaced the harness in GA. Know them and their work.
@alex210 any idea if these fit an ML55?
Not in the running on this one but know and trust the seller. Can also say it is a rare spec in P3 plus Sport. Good luck to all!
Manual everything makes this the ultimate apocalypse-mobile. @StoneBelvin knows!
Timeless color combination on an absolute classic. These are destined to become more and more desirable.
There's always something so special about this era of AMG. The C43, E55, and ML55. Maybe it was the much more limited production, maybe the more exclusive finishes or maybe just my own teenage idolization. Very cool car and will continue to be.
After owning one of these, there's something special about the R170 compared to later SLK's. It was a great little roadster at the time and a totally manageable size.
These cars are about to be in the sweet spot between value and features available. It really doesn’t get much better for modem Benzes.
@mercedesmikeNot sure it's all about weight here. I believe details like mounting points, seams, weld points, and other engineering details probably played a role in picking which chassis to modify for the Maybach cars. While I'm by no means an engineer and Mercedes isn't known for sharing every secret and raison d'etre for their methods, The chassis code alone (240) I think is a strong indication of a modified 140 chassis or 2nd generation of the 140. Without meaning to hijack the sellers auction, this is a BEAUTIFUL example and strikingly good looking in the two-tone silvers.
Man this thing is too cool. Almost dream of leaving the patina and wear and just mechanically reviving….wonder what a newer power plant could do!
@JoseyWales45I suppose that's really preference at this point. The 617 is known for repeatedly going a million miles and being almost impossible to break. The 648, the last of the iron blocks, is arguably just as good as an engine but the technology in the w211 makes it just a little less dependable to seven figures....mid six figures is still very doable! HA (Just my two cents)
Boy this is tough to find in Classic White over navy. Killer example, GLWTA!
It's getting hard to find examples like this one- very similar to a car I was able to log 250k miles on. IMPOSSIBLE to kill these. GLWTA!
@Mountainrd27Not sure I'd agree. You're spot on with the historical significance of Maybach to both MB and the industry but this was absolutely on par with the Phantom of the time and a great solution for those looking to be just a little under the radar by comparison. Either way, @thembmarket nails it. These are still so cool for using the modified 140 chassis.
@drcooledgeThe insights from MBM say it best, these were a rare production model for just one year. Likely a surplus of parts for the W220 were used before the W221 hit the US market. It was definitely a great option and nearly the cost of a loaded E Class.
I always kick myself for not buying one of these several years back. There's so much to love in these cars. Good Luck to the seller!
Solid driver- respect on this one, it'll most likely outlast all of us.
Kudos to the seller on this presentation! This might be the first time I’ve lusted for a 190SL. Perfect color combination, GLWTA!
@ArmenianJust checked- the piece used is a Fuyao Sunless Laminated unit. (DOT459M848AS1)
@ArmenianIt was replaced in 2020 before I owned the car.
@ArmenianThe Carfax certainly shows the mileage and time correctly for all owners including myself. It looks like their estimated time of ownership is off although the records line up correctly showing 2015 to 2021 under the second owner. I'm sure an email to Carfax could have that amended, which I've sent out this evening. @Tdgust45 the only thing strange is the Carfax typo, which I was unaware of. Mileage on the Carfax report is tracked consistently, that being said. Also, the car never had any OBD issues. With @Blueridgemb being intimately familiar with the car, it's certainly a real listing and can be bid on with confidence.
Everyone, thank you for taking the time to look at, comment on, and bid on my S550. I'll be available as needed during the auction to answer questions and provide additional information.
Pretty wild seeing a Sportline 124 like this- maybe I'm crazy but I feel like these are pretty rare
Amazing how the lines on these pop with proper presentation, it's aged like a fine wine.
Alright! Love that this is headed to a new home!
Love seeing some good action and comments here. The SL with a manual was rare enough but this color combination and options set really pushes this thing towards uber-cool. Kudos to the seller!
This things cool, same suspension I had on my C36- this has been making me miss that car.
@BlueridgeMB coming in hot with the 119 and 210 bids. Love it!
Glad to see more of these late 90's AMG's popping up. These need to be preserved by all means.
@MillerMackAgreed- this will only get cooler as time goes on.
Wow this could be well bought.
Amazing how much rarer these 3.5's are becoming. Wouldn't be surprised if this ends up going to Europe for how nice it is!
110 percent agree with @BlueridgeMB on the colour combo. This is one of those colors that will never look as aggressive as today's "stormtrooper fad" but in good shape, it should win a beauty contest every time. Also, kudos to the owner for resisting to tint the hard top glass- love how clean it is.
Good lord this is clean. I bet this M104 just happily hums and sings all day long. Excited to watch this one, GLWTA!
There's so much to like here. Maintenance, history, documents, euro glass, etc. Don't see them like this anymore. (Also crazy this converts to 155k MSRP by 2021 money)
@EvilLairCars rarely do well when you double-list. People assume the worst...it's so clean.
@zeuswgn and @EuropeanC are you guys out of gas? I'd be bidding on this if I had the space
@EvilLairFingers crossed this goes to a good home! It deserves another pampered 40 years
This has to be a steal, eh? Perfect car to cruise for the summer and get everything back out of in the Fall
This is good n' cheap right now!
Nicely bought.
Next to anything from the same era is mega cool......Hoping to see some action on this!
It's funny, amongst these AMG's and RENNtech cars there's something so cool about the practicality of this W211.
Well played to all bidders. Congrats @PaulMarianetti
I feel like I'm watching a Michael Bay film....lots of action and not much conversation.
Buyers in CA worried about emissions may want to spend a few hundred bucks to title out of state?
The last one of these under auction was an AMG-Japan car and went for a solid six-figure sale. Interesting this is a Ravensburg car, hoping to see some good action. This would be right at home between a 964 3.6 Turbo and a Diablo....Wishful thinking.
Pretty excited to see what happens with this Cossie this afternoon. It's good fun when they haven't traded hands half a dozen times.
well done to the bidders! Congrats @Benz919Wagon
Oh man, we may have a good one here. ( @BlueridgeMB is right)
Man this is a steal at this price....should I divorce the wife and bid?
I've personally seen this car and can vouch for the paintwork being as thorough as possible. Extremely difficult to tell it's not factory. Too bad it's not in the cards for me to own right now.
@Donkster While I can't speak to this car specifically I've owned plenty of Airmatic cars- The Airmatic on these 211's is really simple compared to the more problematic ABC systems. Aftermarket manufacturers like Arnott keep the cost low and they offer a killer warranty on their parts as well.
Really intrigued to see how this goes- Nothing short of envious of the next owner.
Man there's a lot of W211 here.
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1990-2002 Mercedes-Benz Glass Panoramic Hardtop for R129 SL
ProdigalPetrolHead said:
We're pleased to announce we're lifting reserve on this Pano top and the highest bid will win it today. Thanks!1990-2002 Mercedes-Benz Glass Panoramic Hardtop for R129 SL
ProdigalPetrolHead said:
Good morning all, thanks for the bids over the weekend! Let me know if any lingering details need answered before we get into the final hour of the auction. As mentioned we can help facilitate delivery along the East coast/lower Midwest as long as the buyer has a little patience :) Good luck to all, this is a very rare color to find!1990-2002 Mercedes-Benz Glass Panoramic Hardtop for R129 SL
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@ekimpPhotos of paint meter readings have been sent in, expect to see them uploaded soon. As noted, the paint is original and in really nice condition. regarding shipping, we can help facilitate along the East coast/lower Midwest.2008 Mercedes-Benz CL65 AMG
ProdigalPetrolHead said:
@MackdadaeThese engines (nor turbo or supercharged engines) needed head bolts. You're thinking of the M156 (NA 6.2L V8 from AMG). This car doesn't have that issue.NO RESERVE: 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500SL 6.0 AMG
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@ammaraj24perfect!NO RESERVE: 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500SL 6.0 AMG
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@ALeventhalHopefully the winner keeps us informed and for their sake, I hope beyond everything else they find it IS a 6.0. Absolute worst case- the winner is getting a VERY cool 129. Good luck to all!NO RESERVE: 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500SL 6.0 AMG
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@124guy Just checked that decoder, specifically shows "500 SL / AMG 500 SL 6.0". PSA Not every euro 129 decodes like that.NO RESERVE: 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500SL 6.0 AMG
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@ammaraj24has the right attitude. Could be a gamble at this point but there's some risk. Sounds like fun to some of us. @AMGAddict, thanks for stopping by, Excited to watch this and FWIW, I may not be the leading expert on pre-merger cars but there's a lot of good going for this one. Additionally, this might be the best looking 129 I've seen in some time. AMG cosmetics shouldn't be shrugged off.2008 Mercedes-Benz CL65 AMG 40th Anniversary Edition
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@mbz2000I've seen a few of these 40th cars. I believe starting MSRP was 295k- should be some car and driver/road and track articles out there outling the nearly 300k sticker shock at the time. For those curious, Alubeam is FANTASTIC and the upper hides are really rich in person.One-Owner 2007 Mercedes-Benz CLK63 AMG Cabriolet w/30k Miles
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@MrBlondeStill worth it considering the rarity and mileage. I think these are going to be wayyyy more collectible in a few years. Open top, V8, and low mileage. Love it!1990 Mercedes-Benz 560SEL AMG
ProdigalPetrolHead said:
The topic of authenticity was, IMO, exhausted in the last auction for this car. On one hand it was, in a respective community of enthusiasts, remembered to have had the kit since virtually new- that was ok for some and not others. It took 4 days of the auction to go through the same conversation being had now. Let's all just assume the same outcome, wish the seller luck, and enjoy seeing something so cool come back to the market.2006 Mercedes-Benz CLS55 AMG w/54k Miles
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@IlovebigtoysIf the CLS55 had ABC (active body control) it would be expensive BUT these cars were AIRMATIC- much easier to work on.NO RESERVE: 1977 Mercedes-Benz 280SE
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Been racking my brain and can't actually recall ever seeing this color on a 116 previously. All the charm and road presence!2002 Mercedes-Benz SL600 Silver Arrow w/39k Miles
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@Gryphon12Been hoping to see a DL collab here for a while.....2002 Mercedes-Benz SL600 Silver Arrow w/39k Miles
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Congrats to the seller and buyer! Great auction to watch.2002 Mercedes-Benz SL600 Silver Arrow w/39k Miles
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Been staring at this listing all week. Not sure I've seen a more complete Silver Arrow (down to all the keys, briefcase, etc). Out of my league but good luck to the seller on this- superb car!1985 Mercedes-Benz 190E AMG Widebody Project
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@raffiLook at the bumpers and fenders. That is far from a "regular" 190E. The example photo from an AMG brochure shows the comparison in the top right ;)1998 Mercedes-Benz SL60 AMG
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@blakleyleonard should be able to answer this.2005 Mercedes-Benz E320 CDI w/35k Miles
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@Benzfan84Quite rare to see one of these- if at all with air suspension. FYI there would be a button just below the shifter if it did have airmatic.1996 Mercedes-Benz S70 AMG
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Utter dream car for me, there's a lot to love about these including the early COMAND and rear buckets but that engine is LEGENDARY.2002 Mercedes-Benz CLK55 AMG w/62k miles
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I'm not actively bidding on this one BUT if I were, it'd be at the top of my list. I've seen this car in person and it absolutely holds up to the photos and video. Good luck to all here- killer car.No Reserve: 1974 Mercedes-Benz 240D 4-Speed Project
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I keep watching this thinking someone needs to buy it and save it or at least drive it as a good runner. This would be the perfect "strap your surfboard to the top and go to the beach" cruiser.1973 Mercedes-Benz 280SE 4.5
ProdigalPetrolHead said:
Nothing better than a good 4.5 in these.Tracy McGrady-Owned 2001 Mercedes-Benz CL600 by West Coast Customs
ProdigalPetrolHead said:
MORE than happy to get this one kicked off. Actually remember seeing this as a kid with no car, no license, and no money thinking it was the coolest. WCC was massively influential in the early 2000's along with DUB magazine and this screams that era. Will proudly cruise this around Atlanta if I win.1995 Mercedes-Benz G320
ProdigalPetrolHead said:
Always been curious how these drive with the M104. Has to be a rewarding driver.1983 Mercedes-Benz 280SL w/32k Miles
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Does it get any more perfect or ideal than this? Always loved a straight 6 R107. I feel like this is going to pay the buyer back with years of good drives17k-Mile 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560SEL Carat Duchatelet (Clarity)
ProdigalPetrolHead said:
Stellar car and dead-cool retro throwback. Wish I could add this one to the stable...GLWTA!1977 Mercedes-Benz 450SEL
ProdigalPetrolHead said:
@Vespisi1I recently bought a 107 out of CT under the same pretense. CT issues classics with registration-only status. Once you have that and a bill of sale, your state can issue a title for it.2014 Mercedes-Benz E250 BlueTEC
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WOW2014 Mercedes-Benz E250 BlueTEC
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Enjoying watching this (queue popcorn)2014 Mercedes-Benz E250 BlueTEC
ProdigalPetrolHead said:
For those lingering and watching I've spent time around this example and can verify it's likely the nicest on the market. Exceptionally kept and owned. Bid with total confidence!2007 Mercedes-Benz E350 4Matic Wagon w/77k Miles
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Personally owned two of these and trusted with daily duty. Due to the reinforced rear and extra weight these always delivery perfect driving dynamics compared to the sedans and feel infinitely more solid. Good luck with auction to the seller and bidders!1989 Mercedes-Benz 560SL w/73k Miles
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Not much more iconic than signal red on a 107. Amazing that these were 60K+ in the late 80s!1996 Mercedes-Benz S500 Coupe
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TONS to love about this car. From the color combination to the wheels, I'm convinced these will be appreciating assets when spec'd like this. GLWTA to the seller!RENNtech Supercharged 2002 Mercedes-Benz E55 AMG w/24k Miles
ProdigalPetrolHead said:
Seems like a stellar deal considering previous sales and work performed here. Not to mention loads of immeasurable character compared to new cars. GLWTA!1990-2002 Mercedes-Benz Glass Panoramic Hardtop for R129 SL
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Looks like Beige (265) @CICBarkeep2001 Mercedes-Benz E430 w/77k Miles
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@Mecho69Safe to assume around $1.10 per mile open carrier and close to $1.80 or a little more if you're shipping enclosed. I'm not in the business but I do ship cars frequently.1988 Mercedes-Benz 560SEC 6.0 AMG Widebody
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Congrats @ariotofmyownEuro 1985 Mercedes-Benz 190E MTS w/5-spd Manual
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Might be a trivial question but the A/C does blow cold and hold a charge?1988 Mercedes-Benz 560SEC 6.0 AMG Widebody
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@ItWillPassThat's a different car you're thinking of. @Pizdets4u Add this one to the collection!NO RESERVE: 1991 Mercedes-Benz 420SEL
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Lots of potential in this SEL to be a fantastic driver!2006 Mercedes-Benz SLK55 AMG
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Always been curious about how these are to drive. Had an SLK32 some years back- thinking the M113 in this platform should be greatNO RESERVE: 2005 Mercedes-Benz S55 AMG Designo Graphite Edition
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@Mr_CasanovaLook under the "Quick Facts" section. Shows Mclean, Virginia as the location.1995 Mercedes-Benz C220 w/17k Miles
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Can vouch for the guys who replaced the harness in GA. Know them and their work.Kleemann Headers for M113 W210 and All Four AMG Brake Rotors
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@alex210 any idea if these fit an ML55?2016 Mercedes-Benz E400 Sport Cabriolet w/33k Miles
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Not in the running on this one but know and trust the seller. Can also say it is a rare spec in P3 plus Sport. Good luck to all!1975 Mercedes-Benz Unimog 411
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Manual everything makes this the ultimate apocalypse-mobile. @StoneBelvin knows!1959 Mercedes-Benz 190SL
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Timeless color combination on an absolute classic. These are destined to become more and more desirable.2002 Mercedes-Benz E55 AMG
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There's always something so special about this era of AMG. The C43, E55, and ML55. Maybe it was the much more limited production, maybe the more exclusive finishes or maybe just my own teenage idolization. Very cool car and will continue to be.8k-Mile 2001 Mercedes-Benz SLK320 Sport
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After owning one of these, there's something special about the R170 compared to later SLK's. It was a great little roadster at the time and a totally manageable size.2015 Mercedes-Benz S550
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These cars are about to be in the sweet spot between value and features available. It really doesn’t get much better for modem Benzes.2005 Maybach 62 w/11k Miles
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@mercedesmikeNot sure it's all about weight here. I believe details like mounting points, seams, weld points, and other engineering details probably played a role in picking which chassis to modify for the Maybach cars. While I'm by no means an engineer and Mercedes isn't known for sharing every secret and raison d'etre for their methods, The chassis code alone (240) I think is a strong indication of a modified 140 chassis or 2nd generation of the 140. Without meaning to hijack the sellers auction, this is a BEAUTIFUL example and strikingly good looking in the two-tone silvers.1960 Mercedes-Benz 300d Automatic "Adenauer" Project
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Man this thing is too cool. Almost dream of leaving the patina and wear and just mechanically reviving….wonder what a newer power plant could do!1982 Mercedes-Benz 300D w/68k Original Miles
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@JoseyWales45I suppose that's really preference at this point. The 617 is known for repeatedly going a million miles and being almost impossible to break. The 648, the last of the iron blocks, is arguably just as good as an engine but the technology in the w211 makes it just a little less dependable to seven figures....mid six figures is still very doable! HA (Just my two cents)1982 Mercedes-Benz 300D w/68k Original Miles
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Boy this is tough to find in Classic White over navy. Killer example, GLWTA!1996 Mercedes-Benz S320 w/94k Miles
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It's getting hard to find examples like this one- very similar to a car I was able to log 250k miles on. IMPOSSIBLE to kill these. GLWTA!2004 Maybach 57
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@Mountainrd27Not sure I'd agree. You're spot on with the historical significance of Maybach to both MB and the industry but this was absolutely on par with the Phantom of the time and a great solution for those looking to be just a little under the radar by comparison. Either way, @thembmarket nails it. These are still so cool for using the modified 140 chassis.One-Owner 2006 Mercedes-Benz S350 w/23k Miles
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@drcooledgeThe insights from MBM say it best, these were a rare production model for just one year. Likely a surplus of parts for the W220 were used before the W221 hit the US market. It was definitely a great option and nearly the cost of a loaded E Class.1995 Mercedes-Benz E320 Cabriolet
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I always kick myself for not buying one of these several years back. There's so much to love in these cars. Good Luck to the seller!1991 Mercedes-Benz 300D w/5-Speed Manual
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Solid driver- respect on this one, it'll most likely outlast all of us.1959 Mercedes-Benz 190SL
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Kudos to the seller on this presentation! This might be the first time I’ve lusted for a 190SL. Perfect color combination, GLWTA!2012 Mercedes-Benz S550 4Matic
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@ArmenianJust checked- the piece used is a Fuyao Sunless Laminated unit. (DOT459M848AS1)2012 Mercedes-Benz S550 4Matic
ProdigalPetrolHead said:
@ArmenianIt was replaced in 2020 before I owned the car.2012 Mercedes-Benz S550 4Matic
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@ArmenianThe Carfax certainly shows the mileage and time correctly for all owners including myself. It looks like their estimated time of ownership is off although the records line up correctly showing 2015 to 2021 under the second owner. I'm sure an email to Carfax could have that amended, which I've sent out this evening. @Tdgust45 the only thing strange is the Carfax typo, which I was unaware of. Mileage on the Carfax report is tracked consistently, that being said. Also, the car never had any OBD issues. With @Blueridgemb being intimately familiar with the car, it's certainly a real listing and can be bid on with confidence.2012 Mercedes-Benz S550 4Matic
ProdigalPetrolHead said:
Everyone, thank you for taking the time to look at, comment on, and bid on my S550. I'll be available as needed during the auction to answer questions and provide additional information.1992 Mercedes-Benz 300E Sportline
ProdigalPetrolHead said:
Pretty wild seeing a Sportline 124 like this- maybe I'm crazy but I feel like these are pretty rareNo Reserve: 1993 Mercedes-Benz 300CE
ProdigalPetrolHead said:
Amazing how the lines on these pop with proper presentation, it's aged like a fine wine.One-Owner 1998 Mercedes-Benz SLK230 Kompressor
ProdigalPetrolHead said:
Alright! Love that this is headed to a new home!1991 Mercedes-Benz 300SL 5-Speed
ProdigalPetrolHead said:
Love seeing some good action and comments here. The SL with a manual was rare enough but this color combination and options set really pushes this thing towards uber-cool. Kudos to the seller!1999 Mercedes-Benz C43 AMG
ProdigalPetrolHead said:
This things cool, same suspension I had on my C36- this has been making me miss that car.No Reserve: 1997 Mercedes-Benz E60 RS RENNtech
ProdigalPetrolHead said:
@BlueridgeMB coming in hot with the 119 and 210 bids. Love it!1999 Mercedes-Benz C43 AMG
ProdigalPetrolHead said:
Glad to see more of these late 90's AMG's popping up. These need to be preserved by all means.2009 Mercedes-Benz SL550 w/9k Miles
ProdigalPetrolHead said:
@MillerMackAgreed- this will only get cooler as time goes on.2009 Mercedes-Benz SL550 w/9k Miles
ProdigalPetrolHead said:
Wow this could be well bought.1971 Mercedes-Benz 280SE 3.5 Coupe
ProdigalPetrolHead said:
Amazing how much rarer these 3.5's are becoming. Wouldn't be surprised if this ends up going to Europe for how nice it is!32k-Mile 1999 Mercedes-Benz SL500
ProdigalPetrolHead said:
110 percent agree with @BlueridgeMB on the colour combo. This is one of those colors that will never look as aggressive as today's "stormtrooper fad" but in good shape, it should win a beauty contest every time. Also, kudos to the owner for resisting to tint the hard top glass- love how clean it is.1992 Mercedes-Benz 300SL
ProdigalPetrolHead said:
Good lord this is clean. I bet this M104 just happily hums and sings all day long. Excited to watch this one, GLWTA!1992 Mercedes-Benz 300SL
ProdigalPetrolHead said:
There's so much to like here. Maintenance, history, documents, euro glass, etc. Don't see them like this anymore. (Also crazy this converts to 155k MSRP by 2021 money)1981 Mercedes-Benz 380SL w/68k Miles
ProdigalPetrolHead said:
@EvilLairCars rarely do well when you double-list. People assume the worst...it's so clean.1981 Mercedes-Benz 380SL w/68k Miles
ProdigalPetrolHead said:
@zeuswgn and @EuropeanC are you guys out of gas? I'd be bidding on this if I had the space1981 Mercedes-Benz 380SL w/68k Miles
ProdigalPetrolHead said:
@EvilLairFingers crossed this goes to a good home! It deserves another pampered 40 years1981 Mercedes-Benz 380SL w/68k Miles
ProdigalPetrolHead said:
This has to be a steal, eh? Perfect car to cruise for the summer and get everything back out of in the Fall2012 Mercedes-Benz C63 AMG Coupe
ProdigalPetrolHead said:
This is good n' cheap right now!No Reserve: 1999 Mercedes-Benz E55 AMG w/8,300 miles
ProdigalPetrolHead said:
Nicely bought.No Reserve: 1999 Mercedes-Benz E55 AMG w/8,300 miles
ProdigalPetrolHead said:
Next to anything from the same era is mega cool......Hoping to see some action on this!One-Owner 2005 E320 w/45k Miles
ProdigalPetrolHead said:
It's funny, amongst these AMG's and RENNtech cars there's something so cool about the practicality of this W211.1990 Mercedes-Benz 300CE 3.4 AMG Widebody w/28k Miles
ProdigalPetrolHead said:
Well played to all bidders. Congrats @PaulMarianetti1990 Mercedes-Benz 300CE 3.4 AMG Widebody w/28k Miles
ProdigalPetrolHead said:
I feel like I'm watching a Michael Bay film....lots of action and not much conversation.1993 Mercedes-Benz 300GE 3.6 Brabus
ProdigalPetrolHead said:
Buyers in CA worried about emissions may want to spend a few hundred bucks to title out of state?1990 Mercedes-Benz 300CE 3.4 AMG Widebody w/28k Miles
ProdigalPetrolHead said:
The last one of these under auction was an AMG-Japan car and went for a solid six-figure sale. Interesting this is a Ravensburg car, hoping to see some good action. This would be right at home between a 964 3.6 Turbo and a Diablo....Wishful thinking.1987 Mercedes-Benz 190E 2.3-16v Cosworth
ProdigalPetrolHead said:
Pretty excited to see what happens with this Cossie this afternoon. It's good fun when they haven't traded hands half a dozen times.2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 4Matic RENNtech Wagon
ProdigalPetrolHead said:
well done to the bidders! Congrats @Benz919Wagon2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 4Matic RENNtech Wagon
ProdigalPetrolHead said:
Oh man, we may have a good one here. ( @BlueridgeMB is right)No Reserve: 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML60 RS RENNtech
ProdigalPetrolHead said:
Man this is a steal at this price....should I divorce the wife and bid?2005 Mercedes-Benz E500 4Matic RENNtech Wagon
ProdigalPetrolHead said:
I've personally seen this car and can vouch for the paintwork being as thorough as possible. Extremely difficult to tell it's not factory. Too bad it's not in the cards for me to own right now.One-Owner 2005 E320 w/45k Miles
ProdigalPetrolHead said:
@Donkster While I can't speak to this car specifically I've owned plenty of Airmatic cars- The Airmatic on these 211's is really simple compared to the more problematic ABC systems. Aftermarket manufacturers like Arnott keep the cost low and they offer a killer warranty on their parts as well.No Reserve: 2000 Mercedes-Benz ML60 RS RENNtech
ProdigalPetrolHead said:
Really intrigued to see how this goes- Nothing short of envious of the next owner.One-Owner 2005 E320 w/45k Miles
ProdigalPetrolHead said:
Man there's a lot of W211 here.