1989 Mercedes-Benz 300 SE W126
Starts In
Starts 15 Nov 2026
Data from Car & Classic, updated on 9 Nov 2026
- Year
- 1989
- Mileage
- 109,965 miles
- Gearbox
- Automatic
- Engine
- 2962cc
- Colour
- Gold
- Location
- Leicestershire, United Kingdom
Specification
- Fuel
- Petrol
- Steering
- Right Hand Drive
- Auction house guide
- £8,500 – £11,500
Description
Highlights
- In current ownership since 1995, approximately 31 years
- Full respray carried out
- Notable mechanical work undertaken
- MOT valid until August 2027
The Appeal
The W126 Mercedes-Benz 300 SE is widely regarded as one of the finest executive saloons of the 1980s. This was an era when Mercedes-Benz were arguably the best car manufacturer in the world, with unrivalled build quality and top-notch interiors that still feel incredibly comfortable decades later.
This 1989 example has been in the hands of its current keeper since 1995. During that time, it has benefited from a full respray and mechanical work, including a new fuel tank, fuel pump, and valve stem oil seals. We're informed the car starts and runs very well and is lovely to drive. Accompanied by some dealer and garage service history and with an MOT valid until August 2027, this handsome saloon is bound to impress its lucky new keeper.
Key Information
- Mileage: 109,965 miles (indicated)
- Country of registration: United Kingdom
- Technical inspection status: MOT valid until August 2027
- Technical specs: 2,962cc straight-six petrol, three-speed automatic
- Paperwork: Some dealer and garage service history available
The Detail
- Full service when it was MOT’d in August
- New fuel tank fitted
- New fuel pump fitted
- New valve stem oil seals fitted
- Interior is very original, with age-commensurate patina to the upholstery
- Dashboard in good overall order with clean, legible instruments
- Bodywork in fine condition with good paintwork
- Original Mercedes-Benz alloys
- Brightwork is contrasting nicely
- The vendor tells us that the car starts and runs very well
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