Mercedes Benz 500 Series base cars for sale in Ladera Ranch, California

Mercedes-Benz : 500-Series 560SEL, S-Class, W126 Concours Quality Luxury Model 1988 Mercedes Benz 560SEL

$21,000

Ladera Ranch, California

mrvintage68 Store Auctiva's FREE Scrolling Gallery will enhance your listings.You are viewing and potentially bidding on... A Concours Classic -Vintage 1988 Mercedes Benz 560SEL “S-class. For people who have learned from experience to buy all the integrity they can get.” Backgrounder: Originally designed by Bruno Sacco, the Mercedes-Benz W126 is a series of flagship vehicles manufactured by the German automotive brand Mercedes Benz. Premiering in September 1979 as the successor to the earlier W116 line, the W126 was the second generation of the Mercedes-Benz flagship to officially bear the S-Class name referring to Sonderklasse or "special class." The W126 was initially offered in straight-6, V8, and turbo diesel sedan models. In September 1981, 2-door coupe versions (C126) of the W126 were introduced. The W126 S-Class debuted a new Mercedes-Benz design style which was subsequently used on other vehicles in the company's lineup. The W126 line also introduced many Mercedes-Benz safety innovations, including the first seatbelt pretensioners. By 1986-87, the United States economy was doing extremely well, and consumers were spending money freely on luxury items. 1986 was a record sales year for virtually all luxury carmakers foreign and domestic, including Mercedes. Honda’s Acura division was started up with great success, and Lincoln and Cadillac found the most new buyers. Since economy themes in advertising had become passé and power and modern looks had been established, it was time to focus on competitors. But very discreetly. It’s interesting to note how advertisements in the late 1980s took on a more genteel upscale feel to match the good times. Luxury cars were a much easier sell now, so far less data and text was deemed necessary. Traditional large American luxury cars were targeted. The subtle advertising theme was to establish an S-class as a better choice than “overbearing” luxury cars saddled with “bulk and ostentation”. Copywriters may have had Honda’s upstart Acura luxury division in mind when creating the advertising text for 1987. Although Acuras had only been on the market for one year, their success could not be ignored. Readers were reminded of Mercedes-Benz’s 100-year heritage, tradition and pedigree which Acura (or any other Japanese manufacturer) could not possibly match. Tiny 1-liter-engine cars and motorcycles were Honda’s heritage – not very fitting for a luxury brand to tout. Mercedes ads began to feature more close-up pictures of their classic hood ornaments and grilles than ever. “You drive the automobile that pioneered ABS and SRS. But never has pioneered an onboard electronic gizmo”, proclaims a 1988 advertisement. Buyers were still reassured, in classic tradition, that they were buying a car of the highest engineering values. History was also touched on by, “S-class. For people who have learned from experience to buy all the integrity they can get.” And, “…but the greatest comfort of the S-class may ultimately be a purely emotional one; the absolute reassurance of absolute integrity.” Cleverly written, these may have been effective in swaying buyers away from Japanese and other luxury brands. Because when push comes to shove in making a large purchase such as a luxury car, the desire to follow the path of lesser doubt can be a strong one. The lucky new owner of this spectacular vehicle is sure to draw loads of attention and experience the same exclusivity that followed this amazing Mercedes Benz in the 1980's. Sure to be a conversation piece at the next cars & coffee, dinner party or office boardroom meeting!! Sure you could buy that new high end Luxury Sedan for $100K+ but why not drive a truly EXCLUSIVE and RARE piece of appreciating automotive history as this 560SEL, it’s just more fun!Condition of vehicle is as follows: This amazingly clean, complete, correct and very original Mercedes Benz 560SEL was recently purchased from a member of the family that has owned the vehicle since new. Having covered just 66K original miles, this handsome 560 SEL was originally purchased in Chicago by a Pediatrician in service at University of Chicago Medical School. It has been lovingly maintained, pampered and garaged during it's service. This gorgeous Benz was used mainly as a summer only car during it's short stint in the 'windy city.' The car and family eventually made their way to the more favorable climate and conditions of So. California in 1992, where the car has resided ever since. Mechanically and cosmetically this car is truly superior to many of it's predecessors currently for sale on the market. Great effort has been taken since my ownership to preserve, protect, ensure the originality and integrity of this amazing vehicle. As you would expect with such a vehicle, it retains a complete set of documentation, books and paperwork. All proper factory identification, stickers, stampings, body markers, etc., are beautifully preserved throughout the vehicle. As for the rest, I'll let the photos speak for themselves! Original Options Include: Verified by Mercedes Benz Classic Center of Irvine, Ca. Shipped 4-26-1988441 U Impala Metallic Paint274 A Leather Light Brown Interior442 Driver Airbag274 A Perforated Leather226 Rear Footrest519 Becker Casette Radio551 Anti Theft581 Climate Control597 Insulating Glass872 Rear Seat Heating873 Seat Heating Recent Service Completed60K Service & InspectionOil ChangeFiltersNew Engine Drive BeltsComplete SLS Suspension ServiceNew AccumulatorsAutomatic Transmission ServiceAutomatic Transmission MountMotor MountsDifferential Service & ResealAlignmentSteering DamperWheels Balanced & RotatedComplete Concours Reconditioning & Detail Including UndercarriageNew Grill InsertNew Fog LensesBecker Radio ServicePinstripes performed by DonQ (original artist of many So.Cal 1980's Mercedes dealers) Our auction policy is as follows: *As I am a private seller and this vehicle is for sale locally, I reserve the right to end this listing early. *Please be advised that all out of state buyers will need to arrange their own transportation and pick up of the vehicle at a time and place convenient for both parties. I will be happy to try to accommodate any reasonable request to help facilitate. *A non-refundable $500 deposit will be required through PayPal upon agreement of purchase with the balance to paid in form of Cash, Cashiers Check or Wire Transfer within 7 days of auction ending. *We do not send Second Chance Offers. If you receive one it is probably a phisher so please report it to eBay and safeguard your identity. *We need a response and deposit from the winning bidder within two (2) days after the auction. *If you have any questions or requests concerning this item or shipping, please contact us before the auction has ended. Best Regards & Happy Bidding, RetroActive Vintage Check out my other items! StoresSign up for my email newsletters by adding my eBay Store to your Favorites. We guarantee all our items to be genuine/authentic and are as described or better!! IF YOU HAVE ANY ADDITIONAL QUESTIONS OR CONCERNS, PLEASE ASK BEFORE YOU BID!! 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Trim Base Sedan 4 Door