1988 Mercedes Benz 560 SEL

Details

This 1988 Mercedes Benz 560 SEL was the top of the S-Class line for the German manufacturer. The W126 is powered by a 5.6L V8 engine that is backed by a four-speed automatic transmission and sends power to the rear wheels. This grand tourer is finished in a bright shade of gray with a burgundy pinstripe. The interior is trimmed with burgundy leather with matching carpets. Mercedes equipped the SEL with four-wheel ABS brakes, self-leveling suspension, and headlight wipers. Inside the cabin, the car is fitted with electric seats, automatic climate control, wood trim, and a sunroof. The car has had four owners, and just 31,373 miles are on the odometer. It is located in Miami, Florida.

Paint meter readings were captured in the third-party photographs and attest to the original condition of the finish. The leather appears supple and rich in color. The carpets are also plush and vibrant. The sunroof and climate control are in good working order according to the third-party inspection performed. The car is mechanically sound and performed great on a driving test. The car comes complete with the first aid kit stored behind the rear seats, two sets of keys, and owners literature.

This Mercedes 560 is being sold through a CLASSIC.COM Pro and is located in Miami, Florida.

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About the model

The 560SEL was the top-of-the-range variant for the W126 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Sedan. Introduced for the 1986 model year, the 560 SEL was powered by Mercedes' M117.968 V8 engine. This 5.6L V8 engine sent power through manual or automatic transmission options to the rear wheels. The 'E' designation in 'SEL' refers to the 500 SEL's fuel-injection as Einspritzmotor means fuel-injected engine in German, whereas the 'L' refers to the long wheelbase. Mercedes produced the 560SEL until 1991 when the variant was discontinued.

Features and Specs

• VIN: WDBCA39DXJA388656
• 31,373 actual miles
• 5.6L V8 engine
• Automatic transmission
• Electric sliding and tilting sunroof
• Becker radio with cassette
• Automatic climate control
• Electronic controlled seats
• Wood trim interior
• 4-wheel disc brakes with ABS
• Self-leveling hydropneumatic suspension system (HPF III)
• Headlight wipers

Known Modifications

• None

Service History

• CarFax shows a well-maintained vehicle
• Current owner recently serviced the vehicle

Ownership History

• 1988 1st owner reported in NY
• 2004 (25,949) 2nd owner is registered in ME
• 2018 (30,329) 3rd owner reported NJ
• 2020 4th owner registered in FL

Known issues

• None

Due Diligence

• Third-party inspection
• Third-party photos
• CarFax report
• Paint meter readings

Included in the sale

• 2 sets of keys
• Owners manual and literature
• First aid kit