£8,000 - £10,000
1988 Mercedes-Benz 420SEL (W126)
United Kingdom • 29 Oct 2025 • Lot 61
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1988 Mercedes-Benz 420 SEL boasts a 4.2-litre V8 engine and has been family-owned and dry-stored, contributing to its fantastic condition and low mileage.
The car has had only four former keepers, with the current keeper for over 20 years, and has a valid MOT until November 2025.
Condition
7
Family owned, dry stored, good MOT.
/ 10
Automatic
Transmission:
[Chassis No]
Chassis No:
Odometer:
98,137 miles
F221NRT
Reg Number:
RHD/LHD:
RHD
Family owned; fantastic condition; 4.2-litre V8 engine; dry stored for many yearsThe 1988 Mercedes-Benz 420 SEL is a long-wheelbase luxury saloon from the revered W126 S-Class series.
Powered by a smooth 4.2-litre V8 engine, it offered refined performance, exceptional build quality, and understated elegance.
Designed for comfort and durability, the SEL variant featured extended rear legroom, plush leather interiors, and advanced features for its time, including ABS and climate control.
Known for its timeless styling and solid engineering, the 420 SEL remains a favourite among collectors and enthusiasts.
With proper maintenance, these cars deliver a rewarding driving experience and represent the pinnacle of Mercedes-Benz craftsmanship during the late 1980s.This beautiful example was family owned for many years and spent many years safely stored in a carcoon preserving is fantastic looks and condition, it was first registered in August 1988 and is showing as only four former keepers ...
Points of note
£2,379
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£9,495
Median Price (Since 2020)
£42,120
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Valid
Expires on Nov 04 2025
Latest MOT Mileage
98,129 miles
Registration Date
1988-08-11
MOT History
Passed
On Nov 05 2024 with 98,129 miles
There were 7 defects noted.
Minor:
- Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
Advisory:
- Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- Rear Upper Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Failed
On Oct 22 2024 with 98,129 miles
There were 10 defects noted, with 1 deemed dangerous.
Major:
- Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover missing (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
Minor:
- Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
Advisory:
- Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- Rear Upper Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Passed
On Sep 16 2013 with 98,105 miles
There were 5 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
User Entered:
- offside front tyre wearing on inner edge
- offside front tyre has cracks in tread area
- offside rear tyre has crack in outer sidewall
- front number plate slightly delaminated
Passed
On May 11 2012 with 97,156 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
Passed
On May 19 2011 with 890,417 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
User Entered:
- Oil leak
Passed
On May 27 2010 with 87,831 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
User Entered:
- slight marks on windscreen
Passed
On Jun 25 2008 with 84,802 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
- Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
User Entered:
- Oil leak
Passed
On Jun 26 2007 with 84,009 miles
Passed
On May 20 2006 with 82,618 miles
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