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1988 MERCEDES 300SE W126 AUTO

Anglia Car Auctions • UK • 7 Nov 2026

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1988 MERCEDES 300SE W126 AUTO

UK • 7 Nov 2026 • Lot 432

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Vehicle Details

AI Listing Summary

This 1988 Mercedes 300SE (W126) runs but requires attention as the engine cuts out and there is water ingress. It has a 2962cc petrol engine and an automatic transmission, with a high odometer reading of 184,897 miles.

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Condition 

3

Engine cuts out, water ingress, needs seal

/ 10

184,897 miles

1988

1988

Auction

Automatic

LHD

United Kingdom

Awaiting Estimate

1988 MERCEDES 300SE W126 AUTO

Anglia Car Auctions • UK • 7 Nov 2026

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Description

No Reserve.

2962cc petrol, automatic.

Finished in Almandine Red, this six-cylinder Mercedes 300SE is the most economical UK variant of the W126 flagship, featuring a plush beige cloth interior, dual-zone climate control with air conditioning, and a CD multi-changer in the boot.

The interior is reasonably well preserved considering the odometer reading of 184,897 miles, although there has been some water ingress, possibly through the sunroof which looks like it needs a new seal.

Its latest Mo

T expired a few months ago in March 2026. The car does run, but it will require attention as the engine regularly cuts out.

The vendor bought it from a deceased estate and there has been only one registered change of keeper in 1991.

The current V5C is the only paperwork we have, showing one former keeper and registration in November 1988. NOTICE TO BUYERS: Please be aware that all lots are sold as seen and without any warranty implied or given.

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Price Analysis vs Other (W126) 300 SEs

£1,460

Lowest Price (Since 2020)

£8,084

Median Price (Since 2020)

£56,874

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Previous (W126) 300 SE Sales

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