Alt767Gelt bid $16,750
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Alt767Gelt bid $7,000
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Alt767Gelt bid $30,000
Alt767Gelt said:
Beautiful car! What a great bonus that the Becker and original steering wheel come with the car. I recognize that street. I live a block away from where these pics were taken. Love the 126 coupes and was in the market a few years ago when I purchased the 500 sedan on this site instead. Like several of you, I've always had a 126 in my possession and always will. Haven't driven my 126 sedan in three months. Need to go get it from storage soon!
Congratulations! I had my hand on the bid button several times over the past 5 minutes but just couldn’t press it. My favorite exterior color and the best diesel 126 there is. Hope it brings you many years of joyful cruising!
Understand. Thanks for the quick reply!
On the startup video, I noticed a dash light. I’m thinking it was an exterior light or brake pad indicator/ABS. Can you confirm?
Well- I guess this one didn’t quite make reserve. Good auction towards the end. Hope someone makes a deal with the seller and takes this home. Beautiful car.
Wow. This one will be interesting to watch. Every 123 diesel enthusiasts dream machine. I’ll get things going.
Nicely done. Worth every penny!
Beautiful coupe.
Beautiful and rare find! Stunning color combination here and no doubt any 126 enthusiast’s dream addition to an existing collection!
I’ve long had an aversion to white cars. I guess, from childhood I associated them with the cars driven by the telephone company employees. Nothing wrong with a company car just not something one longs for. One day, around 1988-1990, I was sitting in my dad’s 1981 300SD waiting for him to grab something at a convenience store (probably cigarettes). Out of the corner of my eye I see an artic white 560SEL (with blue interior) pull up next to us. It was as if this car was twice the size of our SWB SD. It looked striking. It didn’t hurt that my dad knew the man driving it and told me that he was a pilot(which is what I wanted to be from age 6). From that day on, my “exception “ to the white car aversion has been the MB 126. This one looks lovely. GLWTA!
These 124 coupes have grown on me over the years. Classic lines of a 126 with a rich interior devoid of technology that would today look ridiculously outdated (1st generation nav etc). Dependable/peppy engine and great color combo. Someone is going to end up with a great daily or wonderful addition to his/her collection. Good Luck!
Definitely one of the best looking E class models of the last 20 years. Understated performance and comfortable interior with timeless looks. GLWTA
Beautiful car. I have this (US spec) in same exterior color but with black interior(1976). I just recently took it out on a drive to the airport and back and fell in love all over again. Until you have driven an SLC on the highway versus a 107 short wheelbase SL, you can’t fully appreciate what the SLC is all about. Close up instrument photos as well as a few more detailed interior photos (as requested below) would definitely provide a tad more confidence by potential bidders. Love the photos so far and no doubt the additional details and interaction/participation from the current owner will provide for a great auction.
I recognize those landmarks! Small world. I live a block away from the steet used in the majority of the photos and have met Gus, the mechanic you mentioned. Heck, I keep two of my three old Mercedes (rotate out one at a time) in his climate controlled facility for overflow purposes. His reputation is stellar. My own primary mechanic speaks of him like a surgeon he would refer me to should there be a complicated issue with one of mine down the road. Good looking car that will make a great driver for someone who appreciates these. Best of luck with the auction and I’ll look for you at 5822 sometime. Frank
Great Buy! Congratulations.
Constructive Criticism inbound; MB Market- Received text alert on auction close but the site was so incredibly slow (not to mention one has to login each and every time one accesses the site) that I completely missed out on being able to bid. That’s great for the winning bidder on a no reserve auction but terrible for the seller or potential bidders who would like to purchase an automobile. Congratulations to the lucky winner! It appears you have a wonderful 420SEL at a great price.
Such an interesting car. I have memories of riding in my mom's as a very young child (1973 450SEL). One of the issues these cars had was the sunroof air disruption auditory discomfort at certain speeds. This example seems to have a tasteful aftermarket remedy installed. My SLC has the same engine and I can tell you that if this example has had the good fortune of having spent its life under the care of owners who maintained it as it appears to have had based on the description, the next owner will enjoy decades of reliable power as these engines truly are the equivalent gasser to the venerable OM616 diesel. While it is hard to beat the bamboo interior found on the W116, this red interior is pretty cool. Question: Was the shift on the column an option at some point for cars destined for the USA? I've only seen a few examples (online, never in person) on the W116. Interesting. Good luck with the auction. Someone is going to be very happy with a wonderful S-class next week.
Had I not just purchased the last 126 in this same color combo (1985 500SEL) on the MB Market, I'd be bidding here. The dash and woodwork tell the story of a car that has not been left out in the sun. Look at that instrument cluster! One of the reasons I'm a fan of the first generation of 126 (81-85 in USA) is the leather interior and seat stitching. This example gives you that classic style/feel while also offering the updates that pay dividends down the road (ex: wheel size that actually allows you to purchase replacement tires by brands such as Continental/Michelin/Dunlop etc and a more fuel efficient V8). For the purist out there; you can purchase the period correct Becker (and while you are at it have updated on the back end to BlueTooth) radio which I feel would make this car fit in at a concourse event or MB club section get together. Heck, I'm tempted to bid on it anyway. Good luck to all involved.
Rare 126 here. Great combination of engine and long wheelbase. Best of luck to the bidders out there.
My contact info: [email protected]
I take it we didn't get to the reserve price? Seller, please contact me. Thanks
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Euro 1986 Mercedes-Benz 500SEC
Alt767Gelt said:
Beautiful car! What a great bonus that the Becker and original steering wheel come with the car. I recognize that street. I live a block away from where these pics were taken. Love the 126 coupes and was in the market a few years ago when I purchased the 500 sedan on this site instead. Like several of you, I've always had a 126 in my possession and always will. Haven't driven my 126 sedan in three months. Need to go get it from storage soon!1990 Mercedes-Benz 350SDL
Alt767Gelt said:
Congratulations! I had my hand on the bid button several times over the past 5 minutes but just couldn’t press it. My favorite exterior color and the best diesel 126 there is. Hope it brings you many years of joyful cruising!1990 Mercedes-Benz 350SDL
Alt767Gelt said:
Understand. Thanks for the quick reply!1990 Mercedes-Benz 350SDL
Alt767Gelt said:
On the startup video, I noticed a dash light. I’m thinking it was an exterior light or brake pad indicator/ABS. Can you confirm?Euro 1984 Mercedes-Benz 300D 5-Speed
Alt767Gelt said:
Well- I guess this one didn’t quite make reserve. Good auction towards the end. Hope someone makes a deal with the seller and takes this home. Beautiful car.Euro 1984 Mercedes-Benz 300D 5-Speed
Alt767Gelt said:
Wow. This one will be interesting to watch. Every 123 diesel enthusiasts dream machine. I’ll get things going.1995 Mercedes-Benz E320 Coupe w/40k Miles
Alt767Gelt said:
Nicely done. Worth every penny!1995 Mercedes-Benz E320 Coupe w/40k Miles
Alt767Gelt said:
Beautiful coupe.1989 Mercedes-Benz 300SE w/32k miles
Alt767Gelt said:
Beautiful and rare find! Stunning color combination here and no doubt any 126 enthusiast’s dream addition to an existing collection!No Reserve: 1991 Mercedes-Benz 560SEL
Alt767Gelt said:
I’ve long had an aversion to white cars. I guess, from childhood I associated them with the cars driven by the telephone company employees. Nothing wrong with a company car just not something one longs for. One day, around 1988-1990, I was sitting in my dad’s 1981 300SD waiting for him to grab something at a convenience store (probably cigarettes). Out of the corner of my eye I see an artic white 560SEL (with blue interior) pull up next to us. It was as if this car was twice the size of our SWB SD. It looked striking. It didn’t hurt that my dad knew the man driving it and told me that he was a pilot(which is what I wanted to be from age 6). From that day on, my “exception “ to the white car aversion has been the MB 126. This one looks lovely. GLWTA!1993 Mercedes-Benz 300CE
Alt767Gelt said:
These 124 coupes have grown on me over the years. Classic lines of a 126 with a rich interior devoid of technology that would today look ridiculously outdated (1st generation nav etc). Dependable/peppy engine and great color combo. Someone is going to end up with a great daily or wonderful addition to his/her collection. Good Luck!Single Family-Owned 2007 Mercedes-Benz E550
Alt767Gelt said:
Definitely one of the best looking E class models of the last 20 years. Understated performance and comfortable interior with timeless looks. GLWTA1979 Mercedes-Benz 450SLC
Alt767Gelt said:
Beautiful car. I have this (US spec) in same exterior color but with black interior(1976). I just recently took it out on a drive to the airport and back and fell in love all over again. Until you have driven an SLC on the highway versus a 107 short wheelbase SL, you can’t fully appreciate what the SLC is all about. Close up instrument photos as well as a few more detailed interior photos (as requested below) would definitely provide a tad more confidence by potential bidders. Love the photos so far and no doubt the additional details and interaction/participation from the current owner will provide for a great auction.1988 Mercedes-Benz 420SEL w/97k Miles
Alt767Gelt said:
I recognize those landmarks! Small world. I live a block away from the steet used in the majority of the photos and have met Gus, the mechanic you mentioned. Heck, I keep two of my three old Mercedes (rotate out one at a time) in his climate controlled facility for overflow purposes. His reputation is stellar. My own primary mechanic speaks of him like a surgeon he would refer me to should there be a complicated issue with one of mine down the road. Good looking car that will make a great driver for someone who appreciates these. Best of luck with the auction and I’ll look for you at 5822 sometime. Frank1989 Mercedes-Benz 420SEL w/23k Miles
Alt767Gelt said:
Great Buy! Congratulations.NO RESERVE: One-Owner 1990 Mercedes-Benz 420 SEL
Alt767Gelt said:
Constructive Criticism inbound; MB Market- Received text alert on auction close but the site was so incredibly slow (not to mention one has to login each and every time one accesses the site) that I completely missed out on being able to bid. That’s great for the winning bidder on a no reserve auction but terrible for the seller or potential bidders who would like to purchase an automobile. Congratulations to the lucky winner! It appears you have a wonderful 420SEL at a great price.1974 Mercedes-Benz 450SEL w/58k Miles
Alt767Gelt said:
Such an interesting car. I have memories of riding in my mom's as a very young child (1973 450SEL). One of the issues these cars had was the sunroof air disruption auditory discomfort at certain speeds. This example seems to have a tasteful aftermarket remedy installed. My SLC has the same engine and I can tell you that if this example has had the good fortune of having spent its life under the care of owners who maintained it as it appears to have had based on the description, the next owner will enjoy decades of reliable power as these engines truly are the equivalent gasser to the venerable OM616 diesel. While it is hard to beat the bamboo interior found on the W116, this red interior is pretty cool. Question: Was the shift on the column an option at some point for cars destined for the USA? I've only seen a few examples (online, never in person) on the W116. Interesting. Good luck with the auction. Someone is going to be very happy with a wonderful S-class next week.1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 SEL w/97k Miles
Alt767Gelt said:
Had I not just purchased the last 126 in this same color combo (1985 500SEL) on the MB Market, I'd be bidding here. The dash and woodwork tell the story of a car that has not been left out in the sun. Look at that instrument cluster! One of the reasons I'm a fan of the first generation of 126 (81-85 in USA) is the leather interior and seat stitching. This example gives you that classic style/feel while also offering the updates that pay dividends down the road (ex: wheel size that actually allows you to purchase replacement tires by brands such as Continental/Michelin/Dunlop etc and a more fuel efficient V8). For the purist out there; you can purchase the period correct Becker (and while you are at it have updated on the back end to BlueTooth) radio which I feel would make this car fit in at a concourse event or MB club section get together. Heck, I'm tempted to bid on it anyway. Good luck to all involved.1991 Mercedes-Benz 350SDL
Alt767Gelt said:
Rare 126 here. Great combination of engine and long wheelbase. Best of luck to the bidders out there.1985 Mercedes-Benz 500SEL w/44k Miles
Alt767Gelt said:
My contact info: [email protected]1985 Mercedes-Benz 500SEL w/44k Miles
Alt767Gelt said:
I take it we didn't get to the reserve price? Seller, please contact me. Thanks