2001 Mercedes-Benz S-Class

AMG --

8 Cylinder Engine 5.4L

Automatic

WDBNG73J61A167861

Clear

Gasoline

 ☎ Call or text "12298" to 717-484-8162 for more information NO RESERVE...S55 AMG...OWNERS PERSONAL CAR...NAVI Vehicle Overview: Stock: 167861 VIN: WDBNG73J61A167861 Year: 2001 Exterior Color: Brilliant Silver Metallic Make: Mercedes-Benz Interior Color: Charcoal Model: S-Class Mileage: 169000 Engine: 8 Cylinder Engine 5.4L Transmission: 5-Speed A/T Vehicle Description: Hello and thank you for looking at my auction. My name is Joe and I sell vehicles differently than most dealers. Buying your next car or truck through one of my NO RESERVE auctions is the best way to take the games out of your next automotive purchase. I personally road test each vehicle before it is offered for sale so I can give you my first hand opinion of how it runs and drives. Please keep in mind that I am not a mechanic. Each vehicle is represented accurately and honestly to the best of my knowledge and ability. Please take the time to read this entire description as well as our Terms & Conditions carefully BEFORE asking questions or placing a bid as most answers can be found in at least one of those places. An administrative fee of $149 will be added to the final bid of each auction. Up for a NO RESERVE auction is my 2001 Mercedes-Benz S55 AMG. I will start by saying that I've owned this S55 for the last few years. It was my personal driver for a while, until I moved on to something else. I've personally put the last 5,000 miles on this S55 with absolutely no issues. I love this car as it has been very good to me. Even after I retired it from daily driver status, I've been reluctant to cut it loose. I'd rate the exterior of this Merc' to be in AVERAGE CONDITION for it's age and mileage. As you can see, this is a good looking sedan. As with any older vehicle that has been driven, please expect a few flaws and imperfections commensurate with age and mileage. The only noteworthy damage to disclose on this S55 is a dent on the back of the trunk lid. This was present when I bought the car. In the "normal wear" category, you'll see a few typical bubbles of corrosion under the finish around the fenders, which is typical of a Mercedes of this age...but nothing through the paint or anything that is an eye sore. All of the body trim and cladding is present and show well. There is a crack on the corner of the rear window and a small crescent shaped crack on the front window at the center. Both have been present during my entire ownership and neither have changed in any way. In PA, neither are inspection issues but your state's individual laws may be different. The Brilliant Silver Metallic finish has a mile deep shine and looks as smooth as glass. The body lines are nice and straight. The hood, doors and trunk all open and close easily. The 18" AMG staggered alloy wheels, along with the more aggressive AMG exterior styling give this full sized sedan a menacing appearance. The finish on the wheels is showing some clear coat issues, but show well overall. The tires are Michelin's all around, as they should be. The fronts have good tread. The rears are on the thin side. Please take your time to check out each of the nearly 90 full sized, high quality photos and be sure to read this entire description thoroughly. I would also rate the interior of this S55 AMG to also be in AVERAGE CONDITION for it's age and mileage. The door cards are clean and tight. The dash and headliner are clean. The carpets show some wear, but are presentable for their age. Both front seats are power operated, heated and cooled. The front plastic portion of the driver's seat is broken, as most are at this age and mileage. However, everything works. The power windows, mirrors, seats, sunroof and central locks all work properly. Both rear windows will need new regulators. The climate control system is fully automatic and offers independent temperature settings for the driver, front passenger and rear passengers. The air conditioner and heater both work properly. The audio system is the original and sounds great. The trunk is spacious and clean. The one annoying thing I have to point out is a constant, light, beeping that comes from the radar detector. In fairness, the radar detector was old and could constantly go off as it was only good at detecting semi-trucks and garage door openers. I tried to unplug it, and ended up breaking this one little connector. Now, it gives a "chirp, chirp" every few seconds. It's annoying, but you can tune it out...and less annoying than going off constantly. Again, please check out each of the photos carefully. Mechanically, this S55 AMG is in good running and driving condition. The hand built 5.4L AMG V8 starts easily and runs smoothly. I've not seen any leaks, she doesn't consume any oil and she doesn't smoke. Her road manners are good. The suspension feels tight, well sorted and confident. I'm told it will need new lower ball joints, but it feels fine to me. Steering and braking feel great. The engine keeps perfect temperature and makes great power. The check engine light has been on throughout my entire period of ownership. the code is "rear oxygen sensor slow response". I believe the catalytic converters are hollowed out because there are spacers on the rear sensors and she smells pretty rich when you cold start her. It never bothered me...and the car runs like a raped ape, which is the point of owning an S55 AMG. The automatic transmission engages smoothly and shifts perfectly with no issues. Out on the highway, she drives nice and straight with absolutely no complaints. In fact, this car is an absolute blast to own and drive. There is plenty of power on tap, yet she is docile enough to drive at full power with the air conditioner blasting and one hand on the wheel. I rarely drive her anymore and I know it's time to cut her loose. If you're looking for a low mile cream puff, they're out there...and they're not cheap. If you want a good driver and don't mind trading some miles and normal wear for a significant savings, my S55 is for you. Please consider carefully before you bid. These cars can be expensive to own. Regardless of how far this car has depreciated from it's original price, you must still maintain a $100,000 car. This car has been great to me over the last few years and I've had no major things come up...but I want you to be aware of what you're buying. If you don't have the cash to buy this car twice, you probably shouldn't buy it once...that's my rule of thumb when shopping for older luxury and performance automobiles. Thanks for looking and good luck bidding. Vehicle Specification: Exterior: AMG designed front airdam, side skirts, rear apronDriver programmable headlamp control w/daytime running lamps, light-sensing auto-on headlamps or manual control, delay off for night securityDual pwr heated mirrors w/pwr-fold feature, memory, supplemental turn signalsRain sensor intermittent wiper controlWindshield wipers w/heated washer system/heated park position Auto dimming driver-side mirror & reverse dipping passenger-side mirrorDual polished stainless steel exhaust tipsPwr tilt/sliding tinted glass sunroof w/one touch open/close & memoryRed rear foglampXenon low-beam high-intensity headlamps w/auto level control, halogen high-beams/foglamps, heated washers Interior: 10 speaker Bose sound system-inc: dash center speaker, 10" wooferAdjustable head restraints for all five seating positionsAnti-theft alarm system w/towaway protection, remote panic buttonAuto dimming rearview mirror w/memory featureCourtesy lamps w/programmable fadeElectroluminescent w/auto brightness black screen instrument panel-inc: analog speedometer, tachometer, fuel/coolant temp gaugesFront armrest lower storage compartment level-inc: illumination, climate controlFront/rear illuminated visor vanity mirrorsHeated rear window w/auto offMultifunction display/warning lights-inc: seat belt, exterior lamp failure, brake system, parking brake, airbag, ABS, Brake Assist, ESP, engine electronics, low fluid levels for fuel/oil/coolant/washerOne-touch tunnel mode close/open all windows/sunroof/incoming air ventsPwr tilt/telescoping steering column w/memory, auto tilt awayRear window sunshadeSteering wheel mounted controls for audio, navigation system, trip computerTrunk net w/7 fastenersUniversal integrated three-channel garage door opener Active charcoal filter w/smog sensor to recirculate filtered cabin airAM/FM/weather band stereo radio w/auto-reverse cassette-inc: seek/scan, music search, anti-theft coding, speed compensated volumeAudible alert for parking brake/headlight on/Smartkey-in-ignitionAutomatic low-intensity lighting of center console, door handles, footwellsDigital tripmeter, quartz clock, outside temp indicatorEntrance lamps in all four doorsFront/rear center armrest w/storage compartment & retractable dual cup holdersFront/rear reading lampsLeather seatback storage pocketsMultiple antenna for stereo/cell phone/GPS navigationParcel net in front passenger footwellRear cabin air ventsRetractable rear head restraintsStorage compartment under driver seatTrunk/hydraulic door closing assists Mechanical: 18" X 8.5" front/18" X 9.5" rear polished AMG monoblock alloy wheels254/45YR18 high-performance front tires4-wheel pwr ventilated disc brakes w/Electronic Brake Force Distribution5-speed electronically controlled automatic transmission-inc: "winter" mode, adaptive controls, OD, Touch Shift manual controlAutomatic touch-start ignitionFront/rear coil springs/stabilizer bar/variable rate shock absorbersIndependent 5-arm multi-link rear suspension w/triangular lower control arms, anti-dive geometrySpeed-sensitive variable ratio pwr rack & pinion steering w/hydraulic damper 2 stage intake manifold275/40YR18 high-performance rear tires5.4L SOHC SMPI 24-valve aluminum-alloy V8 engineActive body control (ABC)Electronic phased twin spark ignition system w/knock sensor timing control, 2 coils/spark plugs per cylinderIndependent 4-link front suspension w/triangular lower control arms, anti-dive geometryRear wheel drive Safety: 3-point front shoulder belts w/auto height adjustment & emergency tensioning retractors (ETR)Automatic emergency call w/deployment of airbags or emergency tensioning retractorsChild safety door locksFirst-aid kit under driver seatHead protection curtain airbag system 3-point rear seat beltsBabysmart automatic child seat recognition systemDriver & front passenger front airbag supplemental restraint systemFront/rear door mounted side airbagsSide impact protection Vehicle Photos: Vehicle Warranty: This vehicle is being sold as is, where is with no warranty: expressed, written, or implied. 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