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£31,164
1978 Mercedes-Benz 450SEL 6.9
United States • 27 Oct 2025
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1978 Mercedes-Benz 450SEL 6.9, with a notable history including a purported Cannonball Run participation and celebrity ownership, presents a unique opportunity for collectors. Showing 46k miles, the car benefits from a 2013 refurbishment and recent servicing, though it does have some minor issues like non-functional cruise control.
Condition
7
The car has been refurbished and serviced, indicating good maintenance. However, there are mentions of replaced parts and repairs, suggesting some wear and tear. The inoperative cruise control and the aftermarket speakers also point to some imperfections, but overall, the car seems to be in solid condition with slight wear.
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Transmission:
Automatic
Chassis No:
11603612004199
Odometer:
46,000 miles
Reg Number:
[Reg Number]
RHD/LHD:
LHD
6.8-Liter M100 V8 Three-Speed Automatic Transmission Limited-Slip Differential Astral Silver Metallic Paint Black Leather Upholstery 14" Bundt Alloy Wheels European-Spec Headlights Power Sunroof Automatic Climate Control Becker Mexico Stereo
This Astral Silver Metallic 1978 Mercedes-Benz 450SEL 6.9 is said to be the car that finished second in the 1979 Cannonball Run, after which it was owned by Dick Field, one of its three drivers in the race, who stored it in Florida for ~20 years.
It was refurbished in 2013 by Squam Lakes Automotive Refurbishments of Holderness, New Hampshire.
Featured , it was listed , and its 6.8-liter V8, three-speed automatic transmission, tires, and black interior were serviced before it was sold .
The selling dealer acquired it in 2024, and it now shows 46k miles.
This V116 450SEL 6.9 is offered at no reserve with a Texas title.
Exterior details include European-spec headlights, tinted windows, an electric sunroof, and a power antenna.
Paintwork was ...
Points of note
£2,250
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£25,846
Median Price (Since 2020)
£92,255
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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