£7,336 (Est: £8,000 - £10,000)
1988 Mercedes-Benz 420SEL (W126)
Brightwells • UK • 29 Oct 2025
Market Position:
Mid-Market
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£7,336 (Est: £8,000 - £10,000)
1988 Mercedes-Benz 420SEL (W126)
UK • 29 Oct 2025
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1988 Mercedes-Benz 420 SEL, a long-wheelbase luxury saloon from the W126 S-Class series, features a 4.2-litre V8 engine and has been family-owned and dry-stored, maintaining its condition. With only four former keepers and 98,137 miles, it has a current MOT expiring in November 2025.
Condition
8
The car is described as being in 'fantastic condition' and 'preserving its fantastic looks and condition'. It has been dry stored for many years and family-owned, suggesting careful maintenance. Although a detailed inspection report is not included, the overall impression is that the car is very well-maintained with minimal cosmetic imperfections.
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98,137 miles
WDB1260352A414062
RHD
United Kingdom
Automatic
F221NRT
1988
Auction
£7,336 (Est: £8,000 - £10,000)
1988 Mercedes-Benz 420SEL (W126)
Brightwells • UK • 29 Oct 2025
Market Position:
Mid-Market
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Description
Description Family owned; fantastic condition; 4.2-litre V8 engine; dry stored for many years The 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 ...
Price Analysis vs Other (W126) 420 SELs
£900
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£9,328
Median Price (Since 2020)
£42,120
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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Previous (W126) 420 SEL Sales
MOT Information
Expired
Expired on 4th Nov 2026
Latest MOT mileage:
98,230 miles
MOT History
Passed
On 4th Nov 2025, 98,230 miles
Passed
On 5th Nov 2024, 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 22nd Oct 2024, 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 16th Sept 2013, 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
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