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Mercedes-Benz S-Class
W116 - W116
1979 Mercedes-Benz (W116) 450 SEL 6.9
1979
33,131 miles
Automatic
Petrol
Riyadh
£50,000 – £75,000
Estimate range
Listing Source
About the 450 SEL
The W116 450 SEL featured long wheelbase with 4.5 V8. The default choice for many.
Known Issues to Watch For
Engine: M110 six reliable. M116/M117 V8 robust. M100 6.9 - specialist knowledge and expensive parts. Body: Rust check critical - floors, sills, inner wings. Hydropneumatic (6.9): Expensive when faulty - spheres, pump, lines. Vacuum: Various functions. General: Well-built but inspect thoroughly for corrosion.
Desirable Options
6.9 specification (now collectible), V8 engine, Long wheelbase, Good bodywork, Leather, Service history
Specifications
Performance
Horsepower225 hp
Engine & Drivetrain
Engine0.0L
Fuel TypePetrol
TransmissionAutomatic
Drive TypeRWD
Vehicle Details
Year1979
Mileage33,131 miles
Body StyleSedan
Production Info
GenerationW116
Recently sold at auction: S-Class
Price history: S-Class at auction
4 sold lots
Hammer prices from UK auctions, most recent 300 sales.
Listing Source
Price on request
197933,131 milesAutomatic