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£16,353
1978 Mercedes-Benz 450SEL 6.9
United States • 3 Sept 2026
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This 1978 Mercedes-Benz 450SEL 6.9 features a Milan Brown Metallic exterior and a tan interior with desirable options like automatic climate control and an electric sunroof. Notable recent work includes a replacement engine, transmission service, and new catalytic converters, though it does have some noted cosmetic flaws.
Condition
5
The car has had its engine and transmission replaced, and recent maintenance includes fluid changes, power steering hose rebuild, and new catalytic converters. However, there is a dent on the left-rear quarter panel, the indicator lights are not working, and the speedometer needle is broken, indicating it requires moderate reconditioning.
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Transmission:
Automatic
Chassis No:
11603612003616
Odometer:
116,000 miles
Reg Number:
3UTT612
RHD/LHD:
LHD
6.8-Liter V8 Three-Speed Automatic Transmission Limited-Slip Differential Milan Brown Metallic Paint Tan Interior 15" Chrome Wheels Height-Adjustable Suspension Power Windows & Sunroof Automatic Climate Control Sony Stereo w/Bluetooth
This Milan Brown Metallic 1978 Mercedes-Benz 450SEL 6.9 is said to have been registered in California since new, and its 6.8-liter V8 is said to have been replaced around 15 years ago, which was followed by replacement of its three-speed automatic transmission in 2018.
Its tan interior features automatic climate control, cruise control, an electric sunroof, power windows, and a custom sound system with a Bluetooth-capable Sony stereo.
Height-adjustable suspension, a limited-slip differential, Euro-spec headlights, and 15″ chromed wheels are additional elements.
The vehicle was acquired in 2026 by the seller, who reports that work in the past year has included rebuilding a power steering hose, changing fluids, and replacing its catalytic converters.
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£2,250
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£25,846
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£92,255
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