Amazing Final Year W126 420sel With Electronic Anti Slip, All Original on 2040-cars
US $13,900.00
Year:1991
Mileage:73350
Location:
Richmond, Virginia, United States
1991 Mercedes-Benz 420SEL
A Magnificent Two Owner Example with just over
73,000 Miles from New
Delivered New in Parkersburg, WV - Comprehensively Original In and Out
Fully Sorted and Ready for a New Home - Please Wait for all Photos to Load
Finished in its original Arctic White over Navy
Blue leather interior, this remarkable last-year W126 chassis Mercedes-Benz
420SEL is a one-owner car that spent all but the last few months in and
around Charleston, West Virginia. Per the original window sticker (seen
below), the car was originally shipped by Mercedes-Benz to Sanderson of
Charlottesville, VA from where it then made its way to Astorg Mercedes-Benz
of Parkersburg to be delivered to a couple in Chapmanville, WV. Based on
records with the car and the Carfax report I've looked at, during their
18 years of stewardship, this couple whose name appears in the owners manual
as well as the second owner who followed for a few short years evidently
all took excellent care of this car and drove it less than 4,000 miles per
year on average thereafter.
We can find no evidence of a repaint on any
panel of this car - even the original hand-painted pinstripe noted on the
window sticker remains down each beltline. The bumpers and side cladding
are unmarked and likewise original as is all the glass and other chrome
and anodized trim. Of note, we did replace the headlamp surrounds which
double as the fog lamp surrounds as they had discolored, as well as the
headlamp wiper blades on both sides which were dried out.
To restore the ride and handling of this exceptional
Mercedes-Benz, all four tires were just replaced with new Good Year Assurance
Touring radials which are the most similar tire to the original Michelins
(such as the spare in the trunk which has never been on the ground, seen
below), both upper ball joints and control arms were replaced as were many
other slightly-worn parts in the front end. Around the back of the car,
the entire rear subframe came down and got new springs and shim pads to
restore the correct height all the way around the car. The wheels and tires
were road force balanced and the car received a precision four-wheel alignment.
As a result, it drives phenomenally at any speed. We also took the time
to fully inspect the rest of the brakes, suspension and undercarriage and
found everything to be in great shape.
A close-up of the right front wheel and tire.
We then cleaned, clay-barred, buffed and polished
the finish to remove all environmental contaminants and some light rain
staining to the original Mercedes finish. This car has an unbelievable shine
as a result and is very well protected. Of note, we were again very careful
to protect the original pinstripe.
Look at that shine and reflection!
We left no stone unturned detailing this car
as close to perfection as possible. The results speak for themselves.
Likewise down this side, the car is incredibly
straight and sound; there's no evidence of any bodywork, paintwork or rust
anywhere.
We thought we'd show a couple photos of the
car up front with the lights off.
Now, let's take a look around inside the car.
Unlike almost every one of these cars with a
blue interior at this stage of the game, the dashboard, console, seats and
door panels are without cracks or any deformities as you see here and below.
Likewise, the wood on the dash, center console and doors has nearly all
its original lustre. More to the point, everything works among all the fantastic
standard features on this S-Class, the cruise control, lights, ...
... climate control, 8-speaker Becker 1432 Stereo,
windows, locks, mirrors and more.
Up top, the ASR winter mode button stands out
- a nearly $2,000 option and only available on 1991 models, so a very rare
thing to find on a W126. Note the display on the Becker and, for that matter,
the unused cigarette lighter - there's no evidence that this car was ever
smoked in, clearly.
Note the excellent idle oil pressure at temperature,
we're almost warmed up in this photo. The caution light above "miles"
on the speedometer lights up when you've engaged the ABS or ASR as it should.
Undyed and untouched, the driver's seat is immaculate,
supple yet supportive.
Likewise on the passenger's side.
The rear seat may never have been sat in, for
it is just pristine.
Just look at that rear legroom! The front seats
are almost all the way back in this photo. Amazing comfort here.
More of the same here.
Once again, spacious, original and immaculate.
In its place in the parcel shelf, the original
Mercedes-Benz supplied first aid kit.
All four doors have giant woofers as part of
the premium Becker audio system found in the S class Mercedes of this generation.
Driver and passenger have 8-way power seats with dual memory as well - on
both sides!
Rear passengers got lovely wood, leather and
of course window controls on the 420SEL.
More of the same originality and quality here.
The owner's manual in its pouch in the passenger's
door pocket.
All of this car's original books and documentation,
the service book is filled out and still has the build data card...
The data card with all options noted.
The wallet with books, all three keys (two master,
one valet) and the original window sticker.
Amazing, $66,999 in 1991!
Unlike the smaller Mercedes of this era, the
S-class was trimmed out in upholstery color and grade carpet. Pardon the
flash glare.
Beneath the carpet, the cover over the spare
wheel and tire.
In here, the original spare, jack with the original
tag on it and the tool kit that's never been removed from its protective
bag.
Under the hood, we find the tidy 4.2 litre V-8
engine and all accessories just how and where they should be. The car was
dealer serviced up to the last major service and has a way to go before
needing another.
Even the brake fluid appears to have been changed
recently. The air conditioning blows very cold in warm weather and has already
been converted to R134a.
payment/shipping
While physically located in Richmond, VA, this
automobile is being sold under the license of a Licensed Independent Used
Car Dealership in the State of Pennsylvania. There are many complications
in dealing with the sale of used automobiles, even special interest and
collector cars such as this phenomenal Mercedes-Benz. Through my affiliation
with International Motor Cars of Pittsburgh, Ltd. and my Salesman's license
on file therein, I am privileged to be able to offer cars such as this to
discerning collectors. At the time of purchase, I will arrange for you to
complete your paperwork with Steve and Amanda by phone or in person in Export,
PA. Pennsylvania residents (apart from those in possession of a motor vehicle
dealer license) will pay all applicable taxes and documentary fees and may
be required to complete the transaction in person at International Motor
Cars of Pittsburgh, Ltd, located at 5882 Kennedy Ave, Export, PA. Out of
State/Out of Country buyers may be subject to a modest charge for paperwork
and logistics charges we may incur through the normal course of business.
Full payment is due within seven days of auction
close unless
cleared with me in advance of your bid. There will be no exceptions
to this otherwise. Accepted forms of payment include cash on pickup, cleared
certified cheque in my or the dealership's bank account or a wire transfer.
Our documents charge is an additional $99 for title transfer, documents
preparation and Priority/Express Mail to you on receipt of payment. ***I
will waive the documents charge as an added bonus at the Buy it Now price.***
Pennsylvania residents MUST pay sales tax to the dealership in addition
to your purchase price just as you would to the tag office or any other
automobile dealer. We do not charge tax to out of state (PA, not VA) buyers
as this is something you handle at the DMV or, naturally, other dealers
in all 50 states.
Shipping arrangements are your responsibility
and must occur within fourteen days of auction close unless
cleared with me in advance of your bid. There will likewise be no exceptions
to this otherwise. I am happy to help if you have special needs and will
refer you to transporters I have used in the course of doing business if
you need help.
Any legal action associated with this sale from
either the buyer or the seller is to take place in the State of Pennsylvania
in the Westmoreland County Courthouse. The bidder/buyer further agrees that
any legal action will be heard in Westmoreland County in the State of Pennsylvania.
All legal actions associated with this auction/sale will be governed by
the laws of the State of Pennsylvania and buyer agrees to be responsible
for all legal costs including, but not limited to, court costs, expenses,
attorney fees, cost of process service, and all other costs associated with
the normal course of business.
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