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

AMAZING FINAL YEAR W126 420SEL WITH ELECTRONIC ANTI SLIP, ALL ORIGINAL, US $13,900.00, image 1

1991 Mercedes-Benz 420SELA 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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