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£9,153
1986 Mercedes-Benz 420SEL
United States • 5 Jan 2026
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420SEL, with 71k miles, features a 4.2-liter V8 engine and is finished in Astral Silver over gray leather. Noteworthy imperfections include paint touch-ups for corrosion and missing antenna trim, though it has a clean Carfax report.

Condition
7
The car shows 71k miles and was under previous ownership for over two decades, indicating it was generally well-maintained. The description mentions paint touch-ups have been applied over corrosion around the lower rear window, and the antenna trim is missing, indicating some wear. However, the car has a clean Carfax report and features like power-adjustable seats, sunroof and automatic climate control, suggesting it's in overall solid condition with some minor cosmetic issues. Requires minor reconditioning.
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Transmission:
Automatic
Chassis No:
WDBCA35DXGA216724
Odometer:
71,000 miles
Reg Number:
[Reg Number]
RHD/LHD:
LHD
4.2-Liter M116 V8 Four-Speed Automatic Transmission Astral Silver Paint Gray Leather Upholstery 15" Gullideckel Alloy Wheels Sunroof Power-Adjustable Front Seats Power Windows Cassette Stereo Automatic Climate Control Cruise Control Clean Carfax Report
This 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420SEL remained under the care of its previous owner for over two decades until 2025, and it now shows 71k miles.
Powered by a 4.2-liter M116 V8 paired with a four-speed automatic transmission, the car is finished in Astral Silver over gray leather upholstery.
Equipment includes a sunroof, 15″ Gullideckel alloy wheels, power-adjustable front seats, power windows, a Becker cassette stereo, automatic climate control, and cruise control.
Acquired by the selling dealer in 2025, this W126 420SEL is offered in New Jersey at no reserve with manufacturer’s literature, a clean Carfax report, and a clean Iowa title.
The car is finished in Astral Silver (735) with gray lower cladding, and exterior features include a pow...
Points of note
£900
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£9,346
Median Price (Since 2020)
£42,120
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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