1997 Mercedes-Benz S500

Sedan

5.0L 4973CC V8 GAS DOHC Naturally Aspirated

Automatic

WDBGA51GXVA343774

Clear

GAS

0 false 18 pt 18 pt 0 0 false false false PLEASE READ AD IN ITS ENTIRETY PRIOR TO BIDDING Up for auction is a 1997 Mercedes-Benz S500 that is being sold by owner with NO RESERVE. Fuel: Gasoline Engine: 5.0L V8 Transmission: Automatic Drivetrain: RWD Doors: 4 Body Style: Luxury Sedan Exterior Color: Silver Interior Color: Grey VIN: Last 8 of Vin # VA343774 The vehicle is equipped with a powerful but yet efficient 8cyl 5.0 litter engine and AUTOMATIC transmission. The odometer shows 188,303 miles. It’s fully loaded with almost EVERY option available on these vehicles. The seats are GREY LEATHER and appear to be in decent condition, although a good detail will make a huge difference. The two front seats have minor rips and tears in the leather where the butt down area is located. Nothing a good upholstery man won’t fix. The exterior of the car is Metallic Silver and is is in good condition except the roof is showing signs of wear and is bit faded. (NOT NOTICABLE AT ALL). A good detail will make a huge difference, even though I’ve kept the vehicle nicely. It has a door ding and maybe a hair line scratch here and there but very nice for a 15 year old vehicle. The tires appear to have roughly 80% plus road life left. The vehicle has been Non smoker vehicle! Please refer to the photos included in this auction for more description details. THINGS THAT HAVE JUST BEEN REPLACED MECHANICALLY: - New ABS valve - New Kenwood DVD/CD/MP3/iPhone headunit - New Brakes - Fairy new set of tires - New toped off oils - New Synthetic Oil Change - New Factory Oil Filter - All New Hoses - New Battery Equipment: - Automatic Moon roof - Automatic Windows - Power Mirrors - On board trip computer - Allow Wheels with almost good tires. - Folding Mirrors - Read powered sun shade - Heated front and read seats - Dual Climate control - Computerized key (only have 1 key for this car, and it only opens with the actual key and not the key fob electronic controller.) - High Intensity Discharge headlights - All spare and original tools are in the trunk as shown in the pictures above. - Kenwood entertainment head unit. CD/DVD/MP3/iPhone connection with surround sound logic 7 sound system. The vehicle runs GREAT to EXCELLENT condition, and would be a perfect car for someone that would want an everyday top of the line luxury sedan with all the bells and whistles for a cheaper price. I personally purchased the vehicle because I’m in love with this body style and I wanted a nice car to drive around every day without making payments. I’ve done a lot of work to it to maintain it and bring it to factory specs, and is now near perfection mechanically. The only project left is to re-upolster the driver and passenger seat bottoms. Due to my wife being pregnant, I’ve decided we need a newer and larger vehicle like a mini van and have decided to sell this to a person that would enjoy it more than we would. This body type is a German made model, and is extremely desirable, hense the reason why they hold up so well in residual value. If you want to read a little more on the vehicle, here is a great forum for these model S500’s Mercedes Benz. I’ve never been in a wreck with this vehicle, the title is PINK, NOT SALVAGE, and from what I know of, the vehicle has never been in any major accidents. The body does have some ding, scratches, and wear and tear, but nothing major caused by an accident. Most of the wear and tear is unnoticeable to the eye. I’ve taken great pictures, but if I’ve missed anything, please feel free to contact me anytime on eBay.com. WORK THAT NEEDS TO BE DONE FOR THE VEHICLE TO BE PERFECT! I would recommend changing the back shocks, because that’s the only thing left on the vehicle to do to get it to perfection. I’ve checked around and I know it’ll cost anywhere from $500-750 for a complete front and back new shocks system and this does not effect the drive except for the back has a little more bounce than it should. INFORMATION CONCERNING VEHICLE CONDITION: I make every effort to photograph important details of the vehicles body condition, however small dings, scratches and blemishes in the vehicles paint and body are often difficult to catch in the camera lens, so if you fail to personally inspect the car, please know that these imperfections may exist. Since the car is 25 years old I do not have any further information on the vehicle other than what is provided on the car fax. I do not have a body shop or automotive repair business and cannot guarantee that my observation is 100% accurate. The car has not been formally inspected and buyers should understand that the opinions provided herein are purely observational and are not a guarantee of condition. INFORMATION CONCERNING PAYMENT FOR VEHICLE: • WINNING BIDDERS MUST CONTACT ME AND LEAVE A DEPOSIT WITHIN 24 HOURS AFTER BIDDING HAS ENDED OR PAY IN FULL IMMEDIATELY. I CAN BE REACHED BY TELEPHONE AND OR EMAIL. 818-293-8444. Artp79@gmail.com • THERE IS A $75.00 DOC FEE THAT WILL BE ADDED TO THE FINAL PRICE FOR VEHICLES SELLING UNDER 1000.00, A $100.00 DOC FEE FOR VEHICLES SELLING OVER 1000.00. FOR EVERY 1000.00 AFTERWARDS, THERE WILL BE AN EXTRA 50.00 ADDED IF FULL PAYMENT IS DUE WITHIN THREE DAYS OF THE END OF AUCTION. • VEHICLES THAT ARE PAID IN FULL IMMEDIATELY, STORAGE FEES WAIVED UP TO 5 DAYS. • VEHICLES NOT PAID IN FULL BY THE 3RD DAY, THERE WILL BE AN EXTRA 50.00 ADDED ON TO THE TOTAL AND 30.00 PER DAY AFTER WARDS. Accepted form of payment is cash in person, pay pal, credit card (visa or mc only), and Cashier Check (released after payment has cleared). NO PERSONAL CHECKS Please note that PayPal transactions can be the best form of payment, and can also be used for partial payment or deposit. You will need to make these arrangements before by phone with me Art @ 818-293-8444 or Email @ artp79@gmail.com. Cashier’s check is ok, but vehicle will not be released until payment is cleared. All taxes, fees, for vehicle due to the DMV, are the responsibility of the buyer. INFORMATION CONCERNING PICK-UP OF VEHICLE: Pickup must occur within THREE (3) days of the end of the auction, unless other arrangements are made via phone conversation with ART. There will be a storage fee of $30.00 per day for any vehicle left on premises after this time. If you’re going to truck the vehicle you must have all the appropriate paperwork before vehicle is released and vehicle is paid in full. VEHICLES WILL NOT BE RELEASED UNLESS FEES ARE PAID. The winning bidder is responsible for picking the vehicle up in Sunland, CA (off the 210 & 118 Freeway). IMPORTANT DISCLAIMER: “This motor vehicle is being sold “AS-IS”, with all faults, including but not limited to those described herein, as well as any other faults or defects, whether or not presently known or discoverable with or without inspection and operation of the vehicle. Should the motor vehicle be found defective following its purchase, the buyer is fully responsible for any and all servicing and repair costs. “ARTSCLOSET & FAMOUS AUCTIONS LA” hereby disclaims any and all warranties in connection with this sale, expressed or implied.” • There is NO BUY IT NOW PRICE and the auction will not be ended early! • I DO NOT ACCEPT TRADES, nor will I trade the vehicle you purchased for another vehicle I have listed on ebay! • I DO NOT SELL PARTS from the vehicle! The vehicle is sold as is and will not be parted out! · Please email me if you have any questions prior to bidding. • Please be sure to check at the bottom of this listing in the “questions from other members” section to see if we’ve already answered a question you may have. · I do not allow test-driving of the vehicles! I am not authorized or insured to do so. • We do not overstate or oversell the condition of our property. What you see is what you get! • By placing a bid, the bidder is acknowledging that he or she has read and understands the terms of the listing, and thereby agrees. • Once the vehicle leaves the premises, we are not responsible and there will be no refunds. **All sales are subject to a $75/$100 administration/Doc fee, $50 Smog (CA), California residents pay sales tax and registration fees. Out-of-State buyers may register and pay applicable taxes in their home state. **The buyer is responsible for all shipping costs, and must make accommodations within 3 days of ended auction.