1983 Mercedes 500SE W126 EUROPEAN Model SWB 5.0L V8

1983 Mercedes-Benz 500-Series 500SE W126 EUROPEAN Model

In September 1979, the new-generation S-Class was unveiled at the Frankfurt Motor Show. While its predecessor still sported expansive chrome ornamentation, the 126 model series strode onto the automotive stage in a decidedly less ostentatious manner.

The body design underscored the engineers‘ efforts to significantly improve the car’s efficiency. Lower weight, improved drag, and fuel-efficient engines made it possible to reduce fuel consumption by up to 10% compared to the predecessor model.

The W126 S-Class was a champion in the luxury car market, dominating worldwide sales during its production run. As the most successful production S-Class in history, it has secured a place as one of the most well-remembered luxury vehicles – described by some as a "classic." Its twelve-year production run was longer than any S-Class before or since, and following the debut of the W140 S-Class in 1991, the additional two years of production in South Africa was a testament to the W126's popularity in the export market!!

ABOUT THE CAR:

What makes this W126 Classic S-Class stand out from the rest of its family, is that not only this is a rare EUROPAN spec W126, it is a much more nimble SHORT Wheel Base model equipped with a powerful EURO Spec 5.0L V8 engine, with pretty much NO other options – it features Velour Seats, manual windows front and back, NO Sunroof, no headlight wipers, no heated seats, basically no frills and options that will break down!! It comes equipped with Air Conditioning, fire extinguisher, automatic transmission paired to a powerful 5.0 V8 engine, and a smile on your face when you punch the gas pedal! Ultimate sleeper apocalypse S-Class!!

Being a TRUE EURO spec car it also features more attractive one piece front headlights as well as shorter and more elegant European bumpers.

This beauty was purchased slightly used in the mid 1980’s by a US Military Service Member while he was stationed in Germany, and imported by him in 2009 when he moved back and retired in USA. He fell in love with a very unique spec of this W126 and had to bring it back with him to USA. There isdefinitely not a lot of W126's like this one on the road!!

-EXTERIOR

It’s Highly Desirable and elegant Classic White paint (Paint Code 737) has a beautiful shine and luster, and it gives this Mercedes that ultimate Classic and elegant look!

Paint appears to be all original, with some minor imperfections here and there expected to be found on any 41 year old original vehicle.

All doors, hood and trunk open and close with ease, and they all line up properly, without signs of any accidents.

All glass is nice and crystal clear, and windshield is stillORIGINAL Mercedes-Benz windshiledthat's says "Made in West Germany"!

CarFax report is also clean with NO signs of accidents or any other problems or issues!

-INTERIOR

The original Cream Velour interior is in great condition! Seats are very nice and comfortable, and interior is complete down to its ORIGINAL first aid kit!

Being a true EURO car, beside featuring Velour interior, it comes with manual front and rear windows, manually adjustable seats, fire extinguisher - some of the quirks and features of a true EURO spec car!

-ENGINE & TRANSMISSION

Legendary 5.0L V8 Euro Spec Engine starts right up, runs strong and smooth and automatic transmission goes through every gear easily and effortlessly!

With only 211,000 documented KILOMETERS (131,000 Miles) on the odometer there is plenty of life left in this beautiful Mercedes. Among actual owners, W126s are known for their simple maintenance, straightforward problems diagnosis, and long term reliability. Add lack of options compared to its USA Spec siblings, this is as bulletproof and reliable as Mercedes W126 comes!!

A/C is converted to R134a Freon and it is blowing cold.

It is freshly serviced with an oil change, brand new fuel pump and new fuel filter.

It comes with its original German Owners manuals, and all import paperwork from 2009.

This is beautiful German land yacht that will turn heads anywhere you go!! Feel free to valet it in front of some of the most luxurious restaurants in your city, and you will get nothing but compliments!!!

There are not a lot of things that scream “Class” as this beautiful classic S-Class!

Title is clear and is ready to be transferred immediately ANYWHERE IN THE WORLD and I will be glad to help winning buyer with finding the cheapest shipping quote for shipping, personally deliver the car to the local port for the out of the Country buyers and fill out all the necessary paperwork to make it easy and convenient for the winning buyer!

-TERMS OF SALE:

Buyers are encouraged, and more than welcome to inspect this vehicle in person andbefore auction ends! Inspections performed after the point of sale will not be accepted or considered. Please review all the photos carefully and do all of your homework and due diligence in regard of this vehicle before auction ends!!!! Please do not assume anything and do ask any questions you might have in regard of this car and do ask for any additional photos that would be of interest for you, so we avoid case of "buyer’s remorse" afterwards.

Also, please remember that this is a used andunrestored classic vehicle that is 41 years old, so expect to see wear and tear that is normal for the vehicle of that age. Buyers must realize that this is vintage vehicle and by their very nature will need Tender Loving Care and maintenance appropriate to such a vehicle. This is not a brand new vehicle and it should not be treated as such!

This vehicle is being sold AS-IS, where is, and without any warranty expressed, written, or implied.

The seller shall not be responsible for the correct description, authenticity, genuineness, or defects herein, and makes no warranty in connection therewith. No allowance or set aside will be made on account of any incorrectness, imperfection, defect or damage. Any descriptions or representations are for identification purposes only and are not to be construed as a warranty of any type. ANY and ALL representations made in the description above are made to the best of the Seller‘s knowledge, however, due to divergent notions of condition and quality, you are encouraged to rely on your own physical inspection of the vehicle and not the description above. Furthermore, due to the likelihood for latent and patent defects within and/or on a pre-owned vehicle, the Seller cannot guarantee that all issues are disclosed in the description above. It is the responsibility of the buyer to have thoroughly inspected the vehicle, asked any and as much questions they might have about the vehicle, and to have satisfied himself or herself as to the condition and value of the vehicle and to bid based upon that judgment solely. Therefore, any claims or disputes as a result of or relate to failure to disclose or misrepresentation are hereby waived by you. The seller shall and will make every reasonable effort to disclose any known defects associated with this vehicle at the buyer's request prior to the close of sale and end of the auction. Seller assumes no responsibility for any repairs regardless of any oral or written statements about the vehicle.

Also please be advised that I have the right to terminate this auction at any time, as the vehicle is offered for sale locally, and through other means of advertisement.

By bidding on this auction, clicking “buy it now” option, or by placing your offer, you agree that you have read, understand, accept and will be bound, without modification, by all the terms, conditions and notices contained herein.

-PAYMENT TERMS:

$500 Non-Refundable Deposit via PayPal is due within 24 hours after the end of the auction, and winning bidder MUST contact me within this period to arrange payment and shipping details.

The balance (cash in person, money order, bank loan or certified check, wire transfer) is due within 3 days after the end of the auction!! All financial transactions must be completed before vehicle delivery.

-SHIPPING

Shipping cost is the responsibility of the winning bidder! I can help with shipping arrangements to anywhere in the world, just let me know and will be more than happy to help!

In September 1979, the new-generation S-Class was unveiled at the Frankfurt Motor Show. While its predecessor still sported expansive chrome ornamentation, the 126 model series strode onto the automotive stage in a decidedly less ostentatious manner.

The body design underscored the engineers‘ efforts to significantly improve the car’s efficiency. Lower weight, improved drag, and fuel-efficient engines made it possible to reduce fuel consumption by up to 10% compared to the predecessor model.

The W126 S-Class was a champion in the luxury car market, dominating worldwide sales during its production run. As the most successful production S-Class in history, it has secured a place as one of the most well-remembered luxury vehicles – described by some as a "classic." Its twelve-year production run was longer than any S-Class before or since, and following the debut of the W140 S-Class in 1991, the additional two years of production in South Africa was a testament to the W126's popularity in the export market!!

ABOUT THE CAR:

What makes this W126 Classic S-Class stand out from the rest of its family, is that not only this is a rare EUROPAN spec W126, it is a much more nimble SHORT Wheel Base model equipped with a powerful EURO Spec 5.0L V8 engine, with pretty much NO other options – it features Velour Seats, manual windows front and back, NO Sunroof, no headlight wipers, no heated seats, basically no frills and options that will break down!! It comes equipped with Air Conditioning, fire extinguisher, automatic transmission paired to a powerful 5.0 V8 engine, and a smile on your face when you punch the gas pedal! Ultimate sleeper apocalypse S-Class!!

Being a TRUE EURO spec car it also features more attractive one piece front headlights as well as shorter and more elegant European bumpers.

This beauty was purchased slightly used in the mid 1980’s by a US Military Service Member while he was stationed in Germany, and imported by him in 2009 when he moved back and retired in USA. He fell in love with a very unique spec of this W126 and had to bring it back with him to USA. There isdefinitely not a lot of W126's like this one on the road!!

-EXTERIOR

It’s Highly Desirable and elegant Classic White paint (Paint Code 737) has a beautiful shine and luster, and it gives this Mercedes that ultimate Classic and elegant look!

Paint appears to be all original, with some minor imperfections here and there expected to be found on any 41 year old original vehicle.

All doors, hood and trunk open and close with ease, and they all line up properly, without signs of any accidents.

All glass is nice and crystal clear, and windshield is stillORIGINAL Mercedes-Benz windshiledthat's says "Made in West Germany"!

CarFax report is also clean with NO signs of accidents or any other problems or issues!

-INTERIOR

The original Cream Velour interior is in great condition! Seats are very nice and comfortable, and interior is complete down to its ORIGINAL first aid kit!

Being a true EURO car, beside featuring Velour interior, it comes with manual front and rear windows, manually adjustable seats, fire extinguisher - some of the quirks and features of a true EURO spec car!

-ENGINE & TRANSMISSION

Legendary 5.0L V8 Euro Spec Engine starts right up, runs strong and smooth and automatic transmission goes through every gear easily and effortlessly!

With only 211,000 documented KILOMETERS (131,000 Miles) on the odometer there is plenty of life left in this beautiful Mercedes. Among actual owners, W126s are known for their simple maintenance, straightforward problems diagnosis, and long term reliability. Add lack of options compared to its USA Spec siblings, this is as bulletproof and reliable as Mercedes W126 comes!!

A/C is converted to R134a Freon and it is blowing cold.

It is freshly serviced with an oil change, brand new fuel pump and new fuel filter.

It comes with its original German Owners manuals, and all import paperwork from 2009.

This is beautiful German land yacht that will turn heads anywhere you go!! Feel free to valet it in front of some of the most luxurious restaurants in your city, and you will get nothing but compliments!!!

There are not a lot of things that scream “Class” as this beautiful classic S-Class!

Title is clear and is ready to be transferred immediately ANYWHERE IN THE WORLD and I will be glad to help winning buyer with finding the cheapest shipping quote for shipping, personally deliver the car to the local port for the out of the Country buyers and fill out all the necessary paperwork to make it easy and convenient for the winning buyer!

-TERMS OF SALE:

Buyers are encouraged, and more than welcome to inspect this vehicle in person andbefore auction ends! Inspections performed after the point of sale will not be accepted or considered. Please review all the photos carefully and do all of your homework and due diligence in regard of this vehicle before auction ends!!!! Please do not assume anything and do ask any questions you might have in regard of this car and do ask for any additional photos that would be of interest for you, so we avoid case of "buyer’s remorse" afterwards.

Also, please remember that this is a used andunrestored classic vehicle that is 41 years old, so expect to see wear and tear that is normal for the vehicle of that age. Buyers must realize that this is vintage vehicle and by their very nature will need Tender Loving Care and maintenance appropriate to such a vehicle. This is not a brand new vehicle and it should not be treated as such!

This vehicle is being sold AS-IS, where is, and without any warranty expressed, written, or implied.

The seller shall not be responsible for the correct description, authenticity, genuineness, or defects herein, and makes no warranty in connection therewith. No allowance or set aside will be made on account of any incorrectness, imperfection, defect or damage. Any descriptions or representations are for identification purposes only and are not to be construed as a warranty of any type. ANY and ALL representations made in the description above are made to the best of the Seller‘s knowledge, however, due to divergent notions of condition and quality, you are encouraged to rely on your own physical inspection of the vehicle and not the description above. Furthermore, due to the likelihood for latent and patent defects within and/or on a pre-owned vehicle, the Seller cannot guarantee that all issues are disclosed in the description above. It is the responsibility of the buyer to have thoroughly inspected the vehicle, asked any and as much questions they might have about the vehicle, and to have satisfied himself or herself as to the condition and value of the vehicle and to bid based upon that judgment solely. Therefore, any claims or disputes as a result of or relate to failure to disclose or misrepresentation are hereby waived by you. The seller shall and will make every reasonable effort to disclose any known defects associated with this vehicle at the buyer's request prior to the close of sale and end of the auction. Seller assumes no responsibility for any repairs regardless of any oral or written statements about the vehicle.

Also please be advised that I have the right to terminate this auction at any time, as the vehicle is offered for sale locally, and through other means of advertisement.

By bidding on this auction, clicking “buy it now” option, or by placing your offer, you agree that you have read, understand, accept and will be bound, without modification, by all the terms, conditions and notices contained herein.

-PAYMENT TERMS:

$500 Non-Refundable Deposit via PayPal is due within 24 hours after the end of the auction, and winning bidder MUST contact me within this period to arrange payment and shipping details.

The balance (cash in person, money order, bank loan or certified check, wire transfer) is due within 3 days after the end of the auction!! All financial transactions must be completed before vehicle delivery.

-SHIPPING

Shipping cost is the responsibility of the winning bidder! I can help with shipping arrangements to anywhere in the world, just let me know and will be more than happy to help!