Vehicle Description
Thank you for your interest in this highly original, 1-Owner, W126.
This particular Mercedes-Benz is Selling Now, exclusively through
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1989 Mercedes-Benz 560 SEL
VIN: WDBCA39E5KA442634
Engine No. 117968 12 055672
Transmission No. 722350 0 3144563
Order No. 0870522641
Production No. 85528180
An Exceptionally Preserved, Unmodified & Original SEL
Documented One-Owner Car from New
Being Sold on its original California "Pink Slip" Title
Extraordinarily Equipped with Just 15k Original Miles
Retains ALL Factory Adhered VIN stickers
Original Build Sheet still adhered to rear trunk panel
Mercedes-Benz's Flagship S-Class Sedan
Complete with Mercedes-Benz DataCard, All Original Books,
Pamphlets, Operational Tags, Keys, First Aid Kit, Foot Rests,
Tools, Spare Wheel, Jack & Emergency Accessories
Clean Carfax History Report
Completed in October 1988, WDBCA39E5KA442634 was purchased new on
December 16, 1988 through Robert Schmitz European Motors
(Mercedes-Benz of San Francisco) by its first only owners Mr. and
Mrs. Scherer of Novato, California. The SEL would reside in Novato
for the next 32+ years with selective exercise, care, and
meticulous preservation as it presents today. With just 15,200
recorded miles, the Mercedes remains remarkably original
throughout, including the vast majority of original Artic White
paint (see paint meter readings), over Gray trim and Saffron
leather upholstery. All glass retains their factory etchings, as
well as radio alarm warning decals on the rear quarters. In fact,
ALL factory placed decals, plaques and VIN stickers remain adhered
to the designated areas of the vehicle.
The cabin displays supple factory seating paired to immaculate
carpeting and upholstery. All electronic equipment appear to be in
proper working order, including the instruments, courtesy lights,
safety restraints, electric steering column, mirrors, sunroof,
heated seats, and much more. The experts at Becker Autosound
performed a 2021 restoration of the car's original Becker Grand
Prix radio. Above the rear seat, an untouched first aid kit is
stored within the rear parcel shelf. Driver and passenger's airbags
were replaced by Mercedes-Benz in December 1998. All floor mats and
optional rear footrests remain fitted. A period cellphone mount and
antenna complement.
Both the engine and luggage compartments appear orderly, unmodified
and exceptionally clean with correct and almost entirely factory
installed original equipment. Original hoses, Continental belts,
clamps, markings, and auxiliary details are photographed. A new
Mercedes-Benz hood pad has been installed, as well as a new
battery.
An original spare wheel assembly is neatly stowed the rear, along
with a tool roll, jack, an original tire replacement instructional
tag, and VIN decals. Likewise, the 560's underside displays
original Cosmoline, markings, zinc coatings, exhaust, PAPER
identification decals and components. It is of note the car still
rides on its factory original 205/65VR15 Michelin MVX (West German
manufactured) tires, dated 1988. An unremarkable preservation
throughout.
In addition to the aforementioned emergency equipment, the 560 SEL
is complete with what appears to be all original matching owner's
books, DataCard, pamphlets, cards, keys and manuals in vinyl folio,
clean Carfax and AutoCheck reports. This spectacular one-owner, low
mileage, and preserved W126 surely represents one of the finest
examples of this grandeur and iconic model.
Delivery and Optional Equipment:
147 Artic White Paint
264 Saffron Leather
226 FOOTRESTS IN THE REAR
291 AIRBAG FOR DRIVER AND FRONT PASSENGER
300 STORAGE BOX IN FRONT TRAY
461 INSTRUMENTS IN ENGLISH
494 CALIFORNIA VERSION
519 RADIO BECKER GRAND PRIX ELECTRONIC CASSETTE - USA
524 PAINTCOAT PRESERVATION
551 ANTI- THEFT ALARM SYSTEM
581 AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL
597 HEAT-INSULATING GREEN GLASS, WINDSHIELD, BAND FILTER
639 ELIMINATION OF WARNING TRIANGLE
664 10 LITERS OF FUEL AND MODE OF PACKING VE III
809 MODEL YEAR 1989
810 SOUND PACKAGE (BOSE)
872 ELECTRIC SEAT HEATER FOR REAR SEAT BENCH, LEFT AND RIGHT
873 SEAT HEATERS SEAT LEFT AND RIGHT
The above vehicle information is accurate to the best of our
knowledge at the time it is posted to this website. It is provided
'as-is', without warranties as to its accuracy, whether expressed
or implied, and is intended for informational purposes only.
Corrections or additional information is always appreciated.
All advertised prices exclude government fees and taxes, any
finance charges, any dealer document preparation charge, and
shipping expenses. Vehicles are subject to prior sale. DriverSource
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