£22,960
1989 Mercedes-Benz 420 SEL
Historics • UK • 23 Nov 2019
Market Position:
Highest 10% of Past Sales
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£22,960
1989 Mercedes-Benz 420 SEL
UK • 23 Nov 2019 • Lot 228
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1979 Mercedes-Benz 420 SEL is a low-mileage, rust-free example in metallic black with black leather. It features original options like air conditioning and electric seats, along with a detailed service history and recent maintenance.
Condition
9
Based on the description, the car is in near-unmarked condition with only 9,000 miles. It has been meticulously detailed and serviced, with no rust. The car comes with original parts and extensive history.
/ 10
9,000 miles
G336 YEE
1989
Auction
WDB1260351A480100
RHD
United Kingdom
£22,960
1989 Mercedes-Benz 420 SEL
Historics • UK • 23 Nov 2019
Market Position:
Highest 10% of Past Sales
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Description
Mercedes-Benz launched its new S-Class in 1979 with the object of retaining the title of the 'World’s Best Luxury Car' for the next decade.
The W126 range succeeded admirably, achieving critical acclaim the world over.
The engineers at Stuttgart paid greater attention to aerodynamics for better economy and pioneered a number of safety systems like ABS and SRS airbags, helping make the new S-Class the first production car able to meet stringent new regulations for surviving a frontal offset collision.
The W126 range underwent revision in 1985, with no less than four new engines including the 4.2 litre V8, the 420 replaced the 380 SE/SEL.
Superbly engineered, beautifully finished and equipped, the W126 S-Class Mercedes-Benz remains an excellent proposition as a daily driver and will, with proper care and servicing, provide the owner with genuine luxury motoring at an affordable price.
This stunning, original, rust-free example of the W126 S-Class 420 SEL is presented in near-unmarke...
Price Analysis vs Other (W126) 420 SELs
£900
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£9,328
Median Price (Since 2020)
£42,120
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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Previous (W126) 420 SEL Sales
MOT Information
Valid
Expires on 22nd Apr 2027
Latest MOT mileage:
15,519 kilometers
MOT History
Passed
On 17th Apr 2026, 15,519 kilometers
There were 4 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Passed
On 23rd Apr 2025, 15,466 kilometers
There were 4 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slight cracking between treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slight cracking between treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slight cracking between treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Slight cracking between treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Passed
On 25th Mar 2024, 15,418 kilometers
Passed
On 13th Mar 2023, 15,396 kilometers
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