Number of cylinders: 8
Service history: Present
Number of owners: 3
Registration number: 68-XJX-1

Mercedes-Benz S-Class 560 SEL (W126): Timeless German perfection in as-new condition

Picture it: the door shuts with that deep, reassuring thud only an old Mercedes can make, and the outside world simply goes quiet. That is the S-Class. That has always been the S-Class.

The name Mercedes-Benz is a global byword for luxury, innovation and engineering perfection. Ever since Karl Benz invented the first automobile in 1886, Mercedes-Benz has set the standard for what a premium car ought to be. Within the model range, the S-Class has been the outright flagship for decades: the stage on which Mercedes debuts its most advanced technologies, comfort features and safety innovations.

The Mercedes-Benz W126, built from 1979 to 1991, is widely regarded as one of the finest S-Class generations ever made. This generation blends classic elegance with exceptional build quality and forward-thinking engineering. The model became renowned for its unrivalled reliability, hushed road manners and a level of luxury that was almost impossible to match in its day.

The 560 SEL: the ultimate W126

Within the W126 line-up, the 560 SEL is the outright top model. The 5.6 litre V8 delivered not only impressive performance, but above all a silk-smooth power delivery and a truly regal driving experience. The SEL badge stands for Sonderklasse, Einspritzung, Lang: in other words, luxury top class, fuel injection and long wheelbase. That meant extra legroom in the rear and an even higher level of comfort, ideal for chauffeur-driven executives and heads of state.

In its time the 560 SEL was a technological tour de force: fitted with advanced safety features, a sophisticated chassis and an interior that radiates craftsmanship and durability. Today this model is a highly sought-after classic, cherished by collectors and connoisseurs of timeless German excellence alike.

An exceptional, original example in as-new condition

The car we are offering is, without a doubt, a remarkably handsome and originally preserved Mercedes-Benz 560 SEL (W126). With only 56,970 kilometres on the clock and sourced from a large collection, this car is in as-new condition: a genuine rarity for a vehicle dating from December 1989.

The deep, elegant paintwork in 904 Dark Blue exudes class and understated luxury, forming perfect harmony with the dark blue leather interior. The bodywork is crisp, the panel gaps exemplary and the chrome gleams as though the car has just rolled off the production line.

Mechanically, this S-Class is in equally superb condition. The car has been beautifully maintained and recently given a major service, so it is fully road-ready and leaves nothing to be desired. The V8 runs whisper-quiet, the automatic shifts like silk and the driving experience is precisely as Mercedes once intended: comfortable, powerful and effortless.

The W126 560 SEL is the car for those who understand that luxury is not about being seen, but about knowing. Knowing you have the very best. Knowing that the people who understand, notice. And knowing that you are driving a machine built when building still meant building.

Special options and equipment
This Mercedes-Benz 560 SEL is richly equipped and features, among other things:
• 5.6 litre V8 engine
• Automatic transmission
• Long wheelbase (SEL specification)
• Dark blue leather interior
• Electrically adjustable seats
• Wood inlays in dashboard and doors
• Climate control
• Tempomat (cruise control)
• Electric windows and mirrors
• Central locking
• Alloy wheels
• Original Becker audio system
• Beautifully maintained, recent major service
• Sourced from a large collection
• Very low mileage
• Fully original and in as-new condition

This may be your last chance to find one that deserves to be found,
Nick Slinger

STEP 2 IN SHOWROOM | HooG Selections

The Mercedes-Benz S-Klasse 1989 is now in our showroom in Katwijk - € 39.950. The full presentation is complete: the cover is off and the car can be viewed right away.

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✔ Official Carfax vehicle report
✔ Paint thickness report per body panel
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