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Mercedes-Benz S-Class
W126 - W126
1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 SEL (W126)
1991
10,000 miles
Automatic
Petrol
£6,000 – £7,000
Estimate range
Listing Source
Charterhouse Auctioneers
Auction
Estimate
£6,000 - £7,000
Location
United Kingdom
Auction Venue
Haynes International Motor Museum, Sparkford
Buyer notes
- Powered by a 4,973 cc V8 engine.
- Covered approximately 10,000 miles in the last 10 years.
- The vehicle has spent time in storage during the last 10 years.
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Description
Registration number H12 CRO Smoke silver Considered one of the best built and engineered M-B 4,973 cc V8 engine Approx. 10,000 miles in last 10 years Has been in storage for some of this time
About the 500SEL
The W126 500 SEL (1979-1991) used the M117 5.0-litre V8 with 240hp. The default flagship choice. Outstanding build quality and reliability.
Known Issues to Watch For
Engine: M110 six reliable. M116/M117 V8 robust - timing chain at high mileage. OM617/OM603 diesel legendary. Body: W126 is well-galvanised but check sills, inner wings, floor on older cars. SLS: Self-levelling rear standard on SEL - check operation. Vacuum: Various systems. General: One of the best-built Mercedes. Well-maintained examples are excellent.
Desirable Options
V8 engine, 560SEL specification, Long wheelbase, Leather, Good bodywork, Service history
Specifications
Performance
Horsepower231 hp
Torque405 Nm
Engine & Drivetrain
Engine0.0L
Fuel TypePetrol
TransmissionAutomatic
Drive TypeRWD
Vehicle Details
Year1991
Mileage10,000 miles
Body StyleSedan
RegistrationH12 CRO Sm
Production Info
Production Years1979 - 1985
GenerationW126
Listing Source
Charterhouse Auctioneers
Auction
Estimate
£6,000 - £7,000
Location
United Kingdom
Auction Venue
Haynes International Motor Museum, Sparkford
