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1983 Mercedes-Benz 500SEL AMG

VIN: WDB12603712031298
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$59,000
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Jul 22, 2025
Plush Auto
Broward County, Florida, USA
48,000 mi
Automatic
LHD
Original & Highly Original
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About this 1983 Mercedes-Benz 500SEL AMG

VIN: WDB12603712031298

AMG Classic Certified / AMG upgraded engine / Complete Pre-Merger AMG Affalterbach car

Available now this incredible 1983 Mercedes-Benz AMG 500 SEL finished in Astral Silver Metallic (735U) over blue interior and completely modified when new to full AMG conversion when new.

Delivered new in Belgium, this 500SEL was immediately transported to Affalterbach to receive a complete make over including:

- AMG Engine upgrade with high performance cams
- AMG full S1 aerokit featuring:
o Front spoiler
o Side Skirts
o Rear skirt
o Decklid spoiler
o Color matched front grille
- AMG 16-inch alloy Penta wheels
- AMG Steering wheel
- AMG Speedometer
- AMG supplied Recaro seats and leather upgrade from velour

The AMG upgraded, numbers matching engine performs very well and the power output and throttle response are consistent to the AMG upgrades. Power is transmitted to the asphalt through a 722 transmission without hesitation.

Body presents incredibly well all around, creating an amazing period curb appeal and imposing street presence.
Interior is also in outstanding condition showing some light wear on the driver seat bolster. Rear bench seat is reclinable with a power function and the carpeting shows soft and glossy.

Inspected and verified by AMG Classic and MKB with an accompanying AMG Classic Conversion Confirmation certificate completed after a thorough technical and archival inspection.

Car comes with Clean Carfax Report, and a clean Florida title AMG Certificate and some overseas records.

VIN is WDB12603712031298

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Market Summary

The Mercedes-Benz SEL AMG - W126 (1980 to 1991) market. See Similar Markets

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When Mercedes-Benz introduced the W126 Sedan, AMG designed a range of high performance options to take this model to its peak. AMG... Learn more.
There is 47 Mercedes-Benz W126 S-Class Sedan for sale across all model years (1980 to 1991) and variants, 1 is AMG and 1 is model year 1983 . There were 8 AMG sold in the last 5 years.

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There are 11 comps for this 1983 Mercedes-Benz 500SEL AMG indicating a price range from $33,600 - $113,446 .

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Vehicle History

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May 28, 2024
Sold at for $39,500
76,859 km (47,758 mi) · Fort Lauderdale, Florida, USA
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Mar 18, 2021
Odometer reading reported 76,854 km (47,755 mi)
Florida, USA

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1983 Mercedes-Benz 500SEL AMG

Modified
6865 mi 48k mi
Manual transmission Automatic
LHD steering LHD
Not Sold
$9,250
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Highest Bid
Jan 30, 2020
82% Relevance
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Year
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Engine
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  • 45K - 68K
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Driver Side
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1981 Mercedes-Benz 500SEL AMG

Modified
6865 mi 83k mi
Manual transmission Automatic
LHD steering LHD
Sold
$49,000
Sep 26, 2023
74% Relevance
Relevance Score Criteria

Model
Year
Make
Model Family
Model Generation
Model Variant
Model Trim
Powertrain
Engine
Transmission Type
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  • 68K - 91K
Body
Vehicle Type
Body Style
Doors
Driver Side
Ext. Color Group
Int. Color Group
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Location
Recency

1981 Mercedes-Benz 500SEL AMG

Modified
6865 mi 83k mi
Manual transmission Automatic
LHD steering LHD
Not Sold
$48,000
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Highest Bid
Jul 6, 2023
74% Relevance
Relevance Score Criteria

Model
Year
Make
Model Family
Model Generation
Model Variant
Model Trim
Powertrain
Engine
Transmission Type
Drive Type
Mileage
  • 68K - 91K
Body
Vehicle Type
Body Style
Doors
Driver Side
Ext. Color Group
Int. Color Group
Other Details
Originality
Location
Recency

Specs

Details about this vehicle - curated by our market specialists.

Year
1983
Model Family
Model Generation
Model Variant
500SEL AMG
Model Trim
-
Engine
5.0L V8 (M117)
Transmission
Automatic
Drive Type
Rear Wheel Drive (RWD)
Originality
Original & Highly Original
Mileage
48,000 mi
VIN
WDB12603712031298
Vehicle Type
Automobile
Body Style
Sedan
Doors
4 Doors
Driver Side
Left Hand Drive
Ext. Color Group
Silver
Int. Color Group
Blue

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