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Mercedes-Benz S-Class

W221 - W221

2012 Mercedes-Benz S500

2012

Automatic

Petrol

£10,000 – £12,000

Estimate range

Bidding starts 12 Sept at 10:00

Listing Source

WB & Sons

Auction

Auction Date

Saturday, 12 September 2026

Starts at 10:00

10 days until auction

Estimate

£10,000 - £12,000

Location

United Kingdom

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Buyer notes

The V5 logbook is present on site.
Supplied with two keys.
MOT is listed as valid until 31 March 2027.

Mileage is not provided in the listing.
Full description is coming soon.

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Description

Registration:SJ12RJOVIN:WDD2211732A419735Mileage Showing:Transmission:AutomaticMOT:31/03/2027Number of Keys:2V5 on Site:Yes Full description coming soon Please see our walk around video for more information and engine start up GUIDE PRICE £10,000 - £12,000

About the S500

The W221 S500 (2005-2013) used the M273 5.5-litre V8 producing 388hp. The default executive choice. Facelift cars (2009+) added further refinement.

Known Issues to Watch For

Engine: M272 V6 - balance shaft issues (2004-2008 production). M273 V8 - similar concerns early cars. M156 - head bolt recall essential. M157 twin-turbo - more reliable. OM642 diesel - injector seals, timing chain. AIRMATIC: Standard - still expensive but improved over W220. ABC: On AMG/V12 - budget £5k+ for overhaul. Electrics: Complex - various modules fail. COMAND screen. Pre-safe system. General: Much improved over W220 but still complex. Facelift (2009+) preferred.

Desirable Options

Facelift (2009+), V8 or V12 engine, Long wheelbase, Distronic Plus, Night Vision, Rear entertainment, Designo leather, AIRMATIC/ABC working, Full dealer history