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1990 560sec W126 Mercedes Benz Coupe Euro Gray Market Rare Beautiful Car on 2040-cars

Year:1990 Mileage:123300 Color: Pearl Black /
 Black
Location:

Morriston, Florida, United States

Morriston, Florida, United States
Vehicle Title:Clear
Engine:M117 5.6L SOHC V8
VIN: 00000000000000000 Year: 1990
Interior Color: Black
Make: Mercedes-Benz
Number of Cylinders: 8
Model: 500-Series
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Trim: n/a
Options: Sunroof, Leather Seats, CD Player
Drive Type: Rear
Safety Features: Anti-Lock Brakes
Mileage: 123,300
Power Options: Air Conditioning, Cruise Control, Power Locks, Power Windows, Power Seats
Exterior Color: Pearl Black
Condition: UsedA vehicle is considered used if it has been registered and issued a title. Used vehicles have had at least one previous owner. The condition of the exterior, interior and engine can vary depending on the vehicle's history. See the seller's listing for full details and description of any imperfections.Seller Notes:"Not a show car, but a nice driver. a few scratches and dings, as expected in a car over 20 years old. Leather is beautiful, no cuts or tears."

1990 560SEC Gen II Euro (Japan) version. 282 HP stock rating. Euro bumpers, euro lights, euro VIN, and all import documentation.  VIN is WDB1260451A528429 


This is a VERY rare car in the US, I'd guess there's no more than a handful of these in the country, due to changes in the gray market that occurred in the mid-1980s.  It is very unusual to find a gray market W126 car in the US newer than about 1985 or so.  A lot of money was spent getting this car to the US and having all the proper steps taken to make the car legal here.  Thankfully, the euro exhaust configuration was retained, instead of the US system with the power-robbing crossover pipe behind the engine.  The euro-spec engine has higher compression, more aggressive camshafts, and a wider array of engine control capabilities compared to the US versions.   Catalytic converter is still present in the exhaust system, and was recently replaced.   

Rear axle ratio 2.65:1, also an upgrade compared to the US versions. 

Since this is a "Gen 2" W126, it's got lots of nice upgrades over the earlier, more common, Gen 1 versions.  The leather seats have perforated center panels, and were revised to be more supportive and comfortable.  The door panels are restyled as well.  The bumpers are revised front and rear.   

Timing chain/guides done less than 2K miles ago with OEM parts.
COLD Air conditioning!  Converted to R134 already.
C140 glass moonroof installed, with new MB sunroof seal (seal is still "breaking in" so it is quite stiff right now, but that will resolve within a few weeks).  
Aftermarket Kenwood stereo installed, including component speakers in door panel pods.
2 amplifiers, and 12" subwoofer. 0 gauge wiring. 
Headliner just redone in black Ultrasuede.
Brabus rear package shelf, upholstered with black Ultrasuede - original is boxed up along with powered roller blind/sunshade.
New intake manifold gaskets, new Bosch injectors, new seals and cups for injectors, etc.
New 1000CA battery
High end window tint - Formula One "Pinnacle" line, legal level (30%).
New clutch fan and electric fan switch.
Fuses replaced with copper ones.
New bosch cap and rotor, new Kingsborne plug wires, new Bosch w7DC0 plugs (correct spec for the euro motor). 
New Bosch ignition coil.
New fuel filter and accumulator.
Euro headlighs, taillights, and front corner lights, in great shape.
New brake rotors, Akebono ceramic pads, hoses, rebuilt calipers, fresh fluid.
2 layers of sound deadening added to various locations throughout the car.
Viper Keyless Entry added. 
Lloyd floor mats 1 month old - original carpet in excellent condition too!
Silberpfeil steering wheel, newly restored with perforated black leather.
Original steering wheel available.
Self leveling rear suspension works great!

OZ Futura 3-piece forged aluminum wheels in beautiful condition!  Continental ExtremeContact DW tires with less than 1500 miles.  This wheel/tire setup cost me close to $3000!


The engine runs very well at all speeds - super smooth, lots of power, and an absolute rush from about 70-110mph. Transmission is smooth and responsive. 

I believe in honesty in ebay listings, I am not trying to hide problems here.  
Issues with the car:

Cruise control does not function.  Probably just the control module, I have a spare that is known to be good but I haven't had the time to swap it out.
Clunk in front end over some bumps - I believe this is due to worn brake guide rod bushings.  I have a set of Lemforders that will go with the car.
Flex discs are due for replacement.
Seat belt presenters are disconnected.  Driver's side would extend but not retract, passenger side worked fine.  I have 2 new presenter modules (very $$$) to go with the car.  
A few minor exhaust leaks (pinholes, and a broken clamp).
Leaky steering box (a VERY common W126 problem).
Minor rust in a few locations -- near front subframe mounts, and under rear shelf/rear window, visible from inside trunk.  Most sellers won't disclose this, but it is a very common problem spot in this chassis.  

I welcome pre-purchase inspections of the car.  Bid to own it - winning the auction is not your ticket to showing up and deciding whether or not you want the car.  It's a contract to OWN the car unless it's been materially misrepresented (it's not).  I have close to 1000 positive feedback on eBay.  

$500 deposit due within 48 hours of auction end.  Balance due within 7 days.






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