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1990 Mercedes-Benz 420 SE

United Kingdom • 24 Jul 2024

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This 1990 Mercedes-Benz 420 SE, finished in Seafoam Green Metallic with a Tan leather interior, has undergone a cosmetic restoration including new wings and a repaint. It has 133,000 miles and a history file, but was subject to an insurance write-off in 2015.

Condition

6

The vendor rates the engine, gearbox, and electrical equipment as ‘good’, the interior trim and bodywork as ‘very good,’ and the paintwork as ‘excellent.’ However, it was subject to an insurance write-off in 2015 and has had seven former keepers, with 133,000 miles on the odometer.

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Transmission:

[Transmission]

Chassis No:

WDB1260342A524109

Odometer:

133,000 miles

Reg Number:

G306 UDV

RHD/LHD:

RHD

Introduced at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September 1979, the new W126 S-class was a quantifiable improvement over its W116 predecessor.

Lauded by the contemporary motoring press as the 'best car in the world', it was not only lighter than its forebear but also offered an improved ride and sharper handling.

Styled by Bruno Sacco, its sleek silhouette hid all round independent suspension, disc brakes, power assisted steering and a range of powerful all alloy V8 engines (later supplemented by more fuel efficient straight sixes).

A staple part of numerous diplomatic fleets in period, the W126 remains sought after to this day thanks to its impeccable build quality and timeless lines.

One of the more prestigious variants, the 420 SE Saloon was fitted with a fuel-injected 4196cc SOHC V8 engine that developed some 231bhp and 240lbft of torque.

Admirably refined, the model was reputedly capable of 0-60mph in 8.3 seconds and over 135mph.

1 of just 13,996 produced (making it the second rar...