Description
H&H Classic Auction @Pavilion Gardens | Buxton, Derbyshire
12th Feb, 2025 9:00
1986 Mercedes-Benz 560 SEL
Estimate
£8, 000 - £10, 000
Registration No: D26 SNS
Chassis No: WDB1260392A285757
MOT: T. B. A
Previously restored including a full respray by Paintology Ltd of Nottingham, automatic gearbox refurbishment by Oakdene Automotive Transmission and mechanical fettling by MercServe and Elm Tree Garage
Previous attention paid to the brakes, suspension, ignition and fuel systems not to mention an upgrade to the air conditioning plus new internal bulbs for the instrument cluster
New front headlight wipers and arms, seat adjustment buttons and wood trims
Introduced at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September 1979, the new W126 S-class was a quantifiable improvement over its W116 predecessor. Lauded by the contemporary motoring press as the 'best car in the world' Car and Driver said 'Its effect is almost druglike, and anyone who appreciates fine automobiles will want one fix after another.' (Car and Driver July 1987). It was lighter than its forebear and offered an improved ride and sharper handling. Styled by Bruno Sacco, its sleek silhouette hid all-round independent suspension, disc brakes, power-assisted steering and a range of powerful all-alloy V8 engines (later supplemented by more fuel-efficient straight-sixes). Beloved by heads of state, captains of industry and celebrities alike, the W126 remains sought after to this day thanks to its impeccable build quality and timeless lines. Current between 1985 and 1992, the flagship 560 SEL model was powered by a 5547cc SOHC V8 engine that developed an unfussed 296bhp and 336lbft of torque; outputs sufficient to propel the long wheelbase saloon from 0-60mph in 6. 9 seconds and onto 155mph. Despite a price tag of £75, 000 (equivalent to over £185, 000 in today's money), the luxurious 560 SEL accounted for an impressive 75, 071 sales with most being to left-hand drive specification.
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