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£7,312 (Est: £6,000 - £8,000)

1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 SEL (W126)

Iconic Auctioneers • UK • 24 Aug 2025

Market Position:

Lowest 30% of Past Sales

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£7,312 (Est: £6,000 - £8,000)

1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 SEL (W126)

UK • 24 Aug 2025

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Vehicle Details

AI Listing Summary

This 1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 SEL is a long-wheelbase model with a 5.6-liter V8 engine, finished in blue/black. It has a comprehensive service history and is offered without reserve, making it an attractive opportunity for enthusiasts.

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Condition 

7

The car is described as being in smart condition with the paintwork and chrome presenting well. It has been enjoyed by three owners and has covered 131,700 miles. There's no mention of significant damage, but slight wear is implied, fitting the 'Very Good' condition.

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132,671 miles

WDB1260392A264612

RHD

United Kingdom

Automatic

C841 WLL

1986

Auction

£7,312 (Est: £6,000 - £8,000)

1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 SEL (W126)

Iconic Auctioneers • UK • 24 Aug 2025

Market Position:

Lowest 30% of Past Sales

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Description

SUMMARY An elegant, low ownership, long-wheelbase, 5.6-litre SEL with a comprehensive history and on offer without reserve.

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Price Analysis vs Other (W126) 560 SELs

£2,551

Lowest Price (Since 2020)

£13,354

Median Price (Since 2020)

£75,510

Highest Price (Since 2020)

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Lowest 30% of Past Sales

Compared to previous sales, the sale price placed this vehicle in the lowest 30% of past sales for the (W126) 560 SEL.

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Previous (W126) 560 SEL Sales

MOT Information

Valid

Expires on 7th May 2027

Latest MOT mileage:

133,449 miles

MOT History

Passed

On 8th May 2026, 133,449 miles


Passed

On 6th May 2025, 132,416 miles

There were 3 defects noted.

Advisory:
- 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))
- Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Passed

On 11th Apr 2024, 131,326 miles

There were 2 defects noted.

Advisory:
- 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 4th Apr 2023, 131,014 miles

There were 4 defects noted.

Advisory:
- Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
- Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

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Iconic Auctioneers

The Forge, Harwoods House, Banbury Rd, Ashorne, Leamington Spa

Based near Warwick, Warwickshire, Iconic Auctioneers conducts physical collector car and motorcycle auctions at automotive events across the UK, including Silverstone Festival and the NEC Classic Motor Show.

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