The Mercedes-Benz W126 is a series of flagship vehicles produced by the German automaker between 1979 and 1991.

Previously underappreciated outside of a circle of in-the-know owners, these cars are now more widely regarded as the pinnacle of Mercedes-Benz build quality.

The imposing S-Class models are, correspondingly, gaining respect and recognition among the classic car fraternity and represent the height of luxury for Mercedes-Benz through the 1980s and into the early 1990s.

This 1990 300 SEL is a late-production example which has resided with the consignor since new.

Clad in distinctive Blauschwarz Metallic with grey cladding over grey leather, this Canadian-market car is now offered with under 12,700 kilometers (~7,900 miles) indicated.

During this car’s initial order process, the consignor specified the chassis with heated memory seats, rear roller blind, reading lamp, heated glass, and automatic climate control; they also elected the German Tourist Delivery package, thereby...