High Bid: $ 6,500

The 1989 Mercedes Benz 560 SEL in addition to the more powerful lineup of engines the W126 received with its mid-cycle update, these 1986-91 cars can be picked out cosmetically by their flush-face halogen headlamps and integral headlight wipers. Inside, these updated S-Class models include electronic automatic climate control, an electronically adjustable steering column, and leather steering-wheel and shift-lever trim, among other additions. Heated front seats were included in the 560SEL and 560SEC and optional on the rest of the lineup. A two-place interior option, with power-adjustable rear seats, was offered for the first time on 500SEL and 560SEL models—with a burl- walnut center console included with the two-place backseat, and plush leather upholstery. In general, powertrains for Mercedes W126 models are quite bulletproof and last well past 200,000 with no issues. Engines often outlive the transmission. The S-Class is widely considered to be the poster car for the U.S. gray-market importation in the mid and late 1980s (up until the enactment of the Motor Vehicle Safety Compliance Act in 1988). While 500SE and 500SELs were widely considered to be the best of the lineup from 1985 through 1991, Mercedes-Benz USA didn’t sell those in the U.S., and offered a limited array of features and finishes—leading dealerships to circumvent the “official” U.S. sales network and import about 22,000 in all. This example is an Arizona extremely well maintained sedan with low miles for the year. AC blow ice cold and drives well. 100% original and almost mint interior, no cracks, soft leather. Comes with the original car phone, floor mats.