Bid for your chance to own this 28k-Mile 2003 Mercedes-Benz S500 4MATIC only on The MB Market! This S-Class is finished in Alabaster White (960) over Alpaca Grey Nappa Leather (848) and powered by a 5.0L M113 V8 liked to a 5-speed automatic driving all four wheels. Incl. clean VA title.
Bid for your chance to own this 1995 Mercedes-Benz S420 only on The MB Market! This S-Class shows only 69k original miles and is finished in Black Pearl Metallic (199) over Black Leather (261) and powered by a 4.2L M119 DOHC V8. This example benefits from thorough recent service.
Showcase78 bid $50
Showcase78 bid $1,400
Showcase78 said:
@hennessy1414 Congratulations!
Wrapping up this listing in the next 30 minutes. If anyone still has questions on the S500 4Matic, whether it's service history, condition, anything you want to double check before it's gone, now's the time to ask. Happy to answer directly. Thanks to everyone who's been following along on this one.
@jaiello21My pleasure!
@jaiello21unfortunately it does not, the key card has gone bad. We tried new batteries without any success, I referenced it in the driving video as well, thank you.
@PowerballzI saw it on the Carfax and I didn’t think it was a big deal considering the discrepancy was so small, the condition of the vehicle was impeccable and it was not a concern for me. I’m sure it could’ve been rectified if I hadn’t brought it back to Virginia and titled it in my name. We didn’t have the luxury of time to go to the DMV when I went up to New Jersey to purchase the vehicle unfortunately.
@Powerballzit was just a typo when a mileage entry was being recorded.
For the record: both the father and son were named on the title and bill of sale at the time I purchased it — this is documented, not something I'm asserting after the fact. Once I bought it, I had the necessary mechanical work done to make sure the car was sound, and had the wheels professionally powder coated and that's reflected in the presentation of the vehicle. None of this is unusual or something I've hidden — it's the same information that's been in the listing from the start. I don't think any of this is relevant to the sale, and I'm not going to treat it as something that needs justifying. If you have a specific question about the car's current condition, I'm glad to answer it.
@Onesahilnot sure why you would make this type of an assumption and post it publicly, it would have made more sense for you to contact me directly to confirm before make this type of statement which could negatively affect the auction and buyer confidence. This vehicle was never flipped or owned by anyone other than the father and son that I purchased it from whom I met in person and verified at the sons home in NJ.
@PGT_FTW the second owner was the son of the first owner, who took the car up to New Jersey and decided to sell it to me. No dealers were involved.
@mikelacathe tint was on the vehicle when I purchased it so I have no information on that, happy to take some close-up pictures, all of the Glass on the vehicle is original.
Hi everyone, thanks for stopping by. A bit about this car and about me as the seller: I’m a longtime enthusiast who’s bought, sold, and maintained classic Mercedes for over 20 years, and this W220 S500 4Matic is genuinely one of the cleanest examples I’ve come across. With just 28,000 original miles, it doesn’t just look low-mileage — it feels it. The interior is tight and rattle-free, the paint and trim show none of the fading or wear you’d expect from a 20+ year old car. On the road it drives new — smooth, tight, and confidence-inspiring, with none of the looseness or clunks that creep into cars with real-world mileage. It’s well documented and mechanically sound throughout. I know buying a car sight-unseen is a big leap of faith, so I’m committed to full transparency here. Over the next day or two I’ll be posting a cold start video, a driving video, and a full walk-around, along with close-up undercarriage photos, so you can inspect the car as thoroughly as if you were standing in front of it yourself. I’ll also answer every question honestly and promptly, including anything that isn’t flattering — my goal is for you to bid with total confidence, not just hope. Fire away with questions below, I’m here all week.”
@ShawnirelandI would do it in a heart beat!! 😁💯
@fschurathis is just the vehicle for that road trip!
@Davema79LOL, yes, sir!
@Davema79my pleasure, for clarity, I have gotten her up to 90MPH with no vibrations or shaking.
@Davema79I am very OCD and I went through this thing more than once. I literally took it two days ago to have the wheels rotated and rebalanced just to make sure everything is perfect. I have an invoice to back it up! Super smooth, no vibrating.
@AdamaldbYou're welcome.
@AdamaldbI’m not a dealership but rather a private owner therefore the sale is as is, but I can assure you that the car runs and drives as it should.
@Adamaldbwhat type of warranty are you referring to? It’s a 31 year-old car and all of the work that was performed was performed by licensed and certified mechanics so at least their portion of repairs would fall under a one year 12,000 mile warranty, I will need to confirm that is the case with all three of them, but I’ve been working with them for over a decade so I have faith in their ability
@Adamaldbmy pleasure!
Quite simply, I purchased the car to fix up and sell. I have done this for nearly 3 decades. 😃
I wanted to take a moment to provide some context on the service documentation you’ll see uploaded to this listing. This car was gone through thoroughly before being offered for sale — not just a detail and flip. A combination of professional shop work and hands-on service I completed myself. I currently own more than a few Mercedes-Benz vehicles and have been buying and selling cars for the past 25 years, so I know what proper preparation looks like and what buyers expect to see. The professional work was performed by my regular independent Mercedes mechanic and the transmission shop I’ve worked with for years — both of whom I trust completely. Their invoices are attached and speak for themselves. I also performed several items myself, including cabin filter, spark plugs, MAF sensor cleaning, amplifier replacement, and rotors and pads. I know this car well and wanted every serious bidder to have full confidence in what they’re getting. Everything found was either addressed or disclosed. No deferred maintenance, no hidden surprises. Happy to answer any questions on the work.
Last day on the 1995 Mercedes-Benz S420. I'm around all day — questions, photos, video, service documentation, whatever you need. The car was freshly serviced before listing: tires, brakes, rotors, shocks, upper control arms, fan clutch, fluids — receipts available. Everything known is disclosed upfront. Would love to aee this car to go to a good home!
@mikelacai’m sure for an enclosed trailer which this car deserves would be a pretty penny!
@thembmarketthank you kindly.
@ottobenzactually there are four keys, one remote control, infrared and three mechanical keys. Happy to send a picture, the infrared remote control key works great and I put a brand new battery in it.
@thembmarketThank you! The new photo is of the reverse antennas in their elevated position.
**UPDATE** I wanted to share that there has been additional service completed on the car beyond what was listed in the original description. The transmission has been serviced for good measure and the shifter bushing has been replaced during the transmission service. Additionally the MAF sensor was thoroughly cleaned when the pictures of the intake and wiring harness were taken which will keep everything running smoothly through the air intake system. The vehicle is running top knotch!! Strong and smooth as it is intended to do. Just want to make sure whoever buys this car has the full picture. Happy to answer any additional questions. Thank you.
@thembmarketthank you! The new photos are of the intake, spark plug wires and wiring harness that is visible.
@Davema79the reverse antennas worked perfectly!
@Davema79the lumbar seats, the trunk release on the center console inside the cabin and the power antenna doesn’t go up. I know that there is power running to the antenna because I looked into that myself, I was going to order one from eBay to replace it, about $150. I didn’t want to mess with the trunk release button because you never know if the wood trim pieces will crack or break considering the age.
@Jasper_StokesI'm happy to take the airbox off and inspect, I can take pictures too.
@Jasper_Stokeshas not been replaced to my knowledge but there are no issues with the vehicle.
Welcome, and thank you for stopping by the listing for my 1995 Mercedes-Benz S420 (W140)! I'm genuinely excited to share this car with the MB Market community and find it a home with someone who appreciates it as much as I do. I've done my best to document everything thoroughly, but please don't hesitate to reach out with any questions — no detail is too small. I'm happy to provide additional photos, video walkthroughs, or any further information you need to feel confident. Good luck to all bidders, and feel free to ask anything. I'm here and happy to help!
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28k-Mile 2003 Mercedes-Benz S500 4MATIC
Showcase78 said:
@hennessy1414 Congratulations!28k-Mile 2003 Mercedes-Benz S500 4MATIC
Showcase78 said:
Wrapping up this listing in the next 30 minutes. If anyone still has questions on the S500 4Matic, whether it's service history, condition, anything you want to double check before it's gone, now's the time to ask. Happy to answer directly. Thanks to everyone who's been following along on this one.28k-Mile 2003 Mercedes-Benz S500 4MATIC
Showcase78 said:
@jaiello21My pleasure!28k-Mile 2003 Mercedes-Benz S500 4MATIC
Showcase78 said:
@jaiello21unfortunately it does not, the key card has gone bad. We tried new batteries without any success, I referenced it in the driving video as well, thank you.28k-Mile 2003 Mercedes-Benz S500 4MATIC
Showcase78 said:
@PowerballzI saw it on the Carfax and I didn’t think it was a big deal considering the discrepancy was so small, the condition of the vehicle was impeccable and it was not a concern for me. I’m sure it could’ve been rectified if I hadn’t brought it back to Virginia and titled it in my name. We didn’t have the luxury of time to go to the DMV when I went up to New Jersey to purchase the vehicle unfortunately.28k-Mile 2003 Mercedes-Benz S500 4MATIC
Showcase78 said:
@Powerballzit was just a typo when a mileage entry was being recorded.28k-Mile 2003 Mercedes-Benz S500 4MATIC
Showcase78 said:
For the record: both the father and son were named on the title and bill of sale at the time I purchased it — this is documented, not something I'm asserting after the fact. Once I bought it, I had the necessary mechanical work done to make sure the car was sound, and had the wheels professionally powder coated and that's reflected in the presentation of the vehicle. None of this is unusual or something I've hidden — it's the same information that's been in the listing from the start. I don't think any of this is relevant to the sale, and I'm not going to treat it as something that needs justifying. If you have a specific question about the car's current condition, I'm glad to answer it.28k-Mile 2003 Mercedes-Benz S500 4MATIC
Showcase78 said:
@Onesahilnot sure why you would make this type of an assumption and post it publicly, it would have made more sense for you to contact me directly to confirm before make this type of statement which could negatively affect the auction and buyer confidence. This vehicle was never flipped or owned by anyone other than the father and son that I purchased it from whom I met in person and verified at the sons home in NJ.28k-Mile 2003 Mercedes-Benz S500 4MATIC
Showcase78 said:
@PGT_FTW the second owner was the son of the first owner, who took the car up to New Jersey and decided to sell it to me. No dealers were involved.28k-Mile 2003 Mercedes-Benz S500 4MATIC
Showcase78 said:
@mikelacathe tint was on the vehicle when I purchased it so I have no information on that, happy to take some close-up pictures, all of the Glass on the vehicle is original.28k-Mile 2003 Mercedes-Benz S500 4MATIC
Showcase78 said:
Hi everyone, thanks for stopping by. A bit about this car and about me as the seller: I’m a longtime enthusiast who’s bought, sold, and maintained classic Mercedes for over 20 years, and this W220 S500 4Matic is genuinely one of the cleanest examples I’ve come across. With just 28,000 original miles, it doesn’t just look low-mileage — it feels it. The interior is tight and rattle-free, the paint and trim show none of the fading or wear you’d expect from a 20+ year old car. On the road it drives new — smooth, tight, and confidence-inspiring, with none of the looseness or clunks that creep into cars with real-world mileage. It’s well documented and mechanically sound throughout. I know buying a car sight-unseen is a big leap of faith, so I’m committed to full transparency here. Over the next day or two I’ll be posting a cold start video, a driving video, and a full walk-around, along with close-up undercarriage photos, so you can inspect the car as thoroughly as if you were standing in front of it yourself. I’ll also answer every question honestly and promptly, including anything that isn’t flattering — my goal is for you to bid with total confidence, not just hope. Fire away with questions below, I’m here all week.”69k-Mile 1995 Mercedes-Benz S420
Showcase78 said:
@ShawnirelandI would do it in a heart beat!! 😁💯69k-Mile 1995 Mercedes-Benz S420
Showcase78 said:
@fschurathis is just the vehicle for that road trip!69k-Mile 1995 Mercedes-Benz S420
Showcase78 said:
@Davema79LOL, yes, sir!69k-Mile 1995 Mercedes-Benz S420
Showcase78 said:
@Davema79my pleasure, for clarity, I have gotten her up to 90MPH with no vibrations or shaking.69k-Mile 1995 Mercedes-Benz S420
Showcase78 said:
@Davema79I am very OCD and I went through this thing more than once. I literally took it two days ago to have the wheels rotated and rebalanced just to make sure everything is perfect. I have an invoice to back it up! Super smooth, no vibrating.69k-Mile 1995 Mercedes-Benz S420
Showcase78 said:
@AdamaldbYou're welcome.69k-Mile 1995 Mercedes-Benz S420
Showcase78 said:
@AdamaldbI’m not a dealership but rather a private owner therefore the sale is as is, but I can assure you that the car runs and drives as it should.69k-Mile 1995 Mercedes-Benz S420
Showcase78 said:
@Adamaldbwhat type of warranty are you referring to? It’s a 31 year-old car and all of the work that was performed was performed by licensed and certified mechanics so at least their portion of repairs would fall under a one year 12,000 mile warranty, I will need to confirm that is the case with all three of them, but I’ve been working with them for over a decade so I have faith in their ability69k-Mile 1995 Mercedes-Benz S420
Showcase78 said:
@Adamaldbmy pleasure!69k-Mile 1995 Mercedes-Benz S420
Showcase78 said:
Quite simply, I purchased the car to fix up and sell. I have done this for nearly 3 decades. 😃69k-Mile 1995 Mercedes-Benz S420
Showcase78 said:
I wanted to take a moment to provide some context on the service documentation you’ll see uploaded to this listing. This car was gone through thoroughly before being offered for sale — not just a detail and flip. A combination of professional shop work and hands-on service I completed myself. I currently own more than a few Mercedes-Benz vehicles and have been buying and selling cars for the past 25 years, so I know what proper preparation looks like and what buyers expect to see. The professional work was performed by my regular independent Mercedes mechanic and the transmission shop I’ve worked with for years — both of whom I trust completely. Their invoices are attached and speak for themselves. I also performed several items myself, including cabin filter, spark plugs, MAF sensor cleaning, amplifier replacement, and rotors and pads. I know this car well and wanted every serious bidder to have full confidence in what they’re getting. Everything found was either addressed or disclosed. No deferred maintenance, no hidden surprises. Happy to answer any questions on the work.69k-Mile 1995 Mercedes-Benz S420
Showcase78 said:
Last day on the 1995 Mercedes-Benz S420. I'm around all day — questions, photos, video, service documentation, whatever you need. The car was freshly serviced before listing: tires, brakes, rotors, shocks, upper control arms, fan clutch, fluids — receipts available. Everything known is disclosed upfront. Would love to aee this car to go to a good home!69k-Mile 1995 Mercedes-Benz S420
Showcase78 said:
@mikelacai’m sure for an enclosed trailer which this car deserves would be a pretty penny!69k-Mile 1995 Mercedes-Benz S420
Showcase78 said:
@thembmarketthank you kindly.69k-Mile 1995 Mercedes-Benz S420
Showcase78 said:
@ottobenzactually there are four keys, one remote control, infrared and three mechanical keys. Happy to send a picture, the infrared remote control key works great and I put a brand new battery in it.69k-Mile 1995 Mercedes-Benz S420
Showcase78 said:
@thembmarketThank you! The new photo is of the reverse antennas in their elevated position.69k-Mile 1995 Mercedes-Benz S420
Showcase78 said:
**UPDATE** I wanted to share that there has been additional service completed on the car beyond what was listed in the original description. The transmission has been serviced for good measure and the shifter bushing has been replaced during the transmission service. Additionally the MAF sensor was thoroughly cleaned when the pictures of the intake and wiring harness were taken which will keep everything running smoothly through the air intake system. The vehicle is running top knotch!! Strong and smooth as it is intended to do. Just want to make sure whoever buys this car has the full picture. Happy to answer any additional questions. Thank you.69k-Mile 1995 Mercedes-Benz S420
Showcase78 said:
@thembmarketthank you! The new photos are of the intake, spark plug wires and wiring harness that is visible.69k-Mile 1995 Mercedes-Benz S420
Showcase78 said:
@Davema79the reverse antennas worked perfectly!69k-Mile 1995 Mercedes-Benz S420
Showcase78 said:
@Davema79the lumbar seats, the trunk release on the center console inside the cabin and the power antenna doesn’t go up. I know that there is power running to the antenna because I looked into that myself, I was going to order one from eBay to replace it, about $150. I didn’t want to mess with the trunk release button because you never know if the wood trim pieces will crack or break considering the age.69k-Mile 1995 Mercedes-Benz S420
Showcase78 said:
@Jasper_StokesI'm happy to take the airbox off and inspect, I can take pictures too.69k-Mile 1995 Mercedes-Benz S420
Showcase78 said:
@Jasper_Stokeshas not been replaced to my knowledge but there are no issues with the vehicle.69k-Mile 1995 Mercedes-Benz S420
Showcase78 said:
Welcome, and thank you for stopping by the listing for my 1995 Mercedes-Benz S420 (W140)! I'm genuinely excited to share this car with the MB Market community and find it a home with someone who appreciates it as much as I do. I've done my best to document everything thoroughly, but please don't hesitate to reach out with any questions — no detail is too small. I'm happy to provide additional photos, video walkthroughs, or any further information you need to feel confident. Good luck to all bidders, and feel free to ask anything. I'm here and happy to help!