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£2,600 (Est: £3,400 - £3,600)
1997 Mercedes-Benz CL 420 Registration number R657 VSE Chass
United Kingdom • 26 Jun 2025
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This is a 1997 Mercedes-Benz CL 420, with a V8 petrol engine, finished in ruby red metallic with a mushroom interior. It has been regularly maintained by Steve Mowatt, ex-McLaren, with replaced parts and servicing documented, but it is sold as is, and bidders are advised to inspect the condition.

Condition
4
While the car has been regularly maintained and has had several parts replaced, including front discs, pads, and calipers in 2022, and spark plugs in 2024, there's no information about the current cosmetic condition of the vehicle. The listing specifies that all lots are sold 'as is' and bidders must satisfy themselves as to the condition, suggesting that there may be some wear or imperfections. Therefore, without further details, the condition is hard to assess, but likely to be around average.
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Transmission:
Automatic
Chassis No:
WDB1400632A381157
Odometer:
[Odometer Reading]
Reg Number:
R657 VSE
RHD/LHD:
LHD
1997 Mercedes-Benz CL 420
Registration number R657 VSE
Chassis number WDB1400632A381157
Engine number M119 4196
Ruby red metallic with a mushroom interior
V8 petrol engine
Purchased 2014 from a deceased estate
Regularly maintained over the course of current ownership
Salvaged parts generally acquired from Carl Burgess
Maintenance by Steve Mowatt, ex-McLaren
In 2015, automatic box serviced, power steering pump, high pressure pipe, idler arm & PS fluid replaced
In 2016, all four wheels blasted and powder coated in titanium, rear brake calipers serviced and new pads/pins fitted
G40 coolant and thermostat with housing replaced
2022, new front discs, pads & calipers replaced
Salvaged rear drive shafts (from Germany) replaced to provide good ABS rings
2024, new iridium spark plugs
Does not have hydraulic self levelling suspension spring shocks
Oil and filter changed at alternate MOT's
All lots in this sale are sold as is and bidders must satisfy themselves as to the provenance, conditio...
Points of note
£2,600
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£4,480
Median Price (Since 2020)
£7,590
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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