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1969 Mercedes-Benz 300 SEL 6.3

United Kingdom • 29 Jul 2026 • Lot 33

Vehicle Details

AI Listing Summary

This is a rare RHD 1969 Mercedes-Benz 300 SEL 6.3, one of only 702 produced, featuring the powerful M100 V8 engine in an understated saloon body. It has received significant recent mechanical work, including air suspension and brake overhauls, and is presented in excellent, highly original condition with a solid body and immaculate interior, making it ideal for shows or discerning daily use.

Condition

8

The car is described as 'super solid' with 'none of the usual corrosion associated with the model.' The leather interior and woodwork are in excellent shape, and the bodywork is 'super straight and sound.' It presents in 'eminently showable condition' with a 'lovely light patina' testifying to its originality. Recent mechanical work includes an overhauled air suspension, renewed braking system, and new servicing components. While it's not pristine, it meets the criteria for excellent condition with minimal cosmetic imperfections and no significant damage mentioned, requiring only minor preservation or use.

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Transmission:

Automatic

Chassis No:

10901822001948

Odometer:

[Odometer Reading]

Reg Number:

ABW 661G

RHD/LHD:

RHD

• One of only 702 RHD examples produced of the highly desirable 300 SEL 6.3 • A true ‘Q-Car’ thanks to the understated styling and legendary 6.3-litre M100 V8 engine • Overhauled air suspension, renewed braking system, new starting equipment, and servicing • Nicely specified example, and supplied with the factory build records Few performance saloons of the period carry the same presence as the 300 SEL 6.3.

Brainchild of Mercedes-Benz engineer Erich Waxenberger, and introduced in March, 1968, it combined the 6.3-litre M100 V8 and automatic transmission from the mighty Mercedes-Benz 600 with the more discreet W109 saloon body, creating one of the fastest production four-door cars of its era.

Mercedes-Benz recorded output at 250bhp, and period performance figures helped cement the model’s reputation as a true autobahn express.

A true ‘Q car’ thanks to its understated Paul Bracq styling, the luxury saloon had limited slip differential, power steering, all-round independent air suspensi...