1977 Mercedes-Benz S-Class

6.9 Sedan

8 - Cyl.

Automatic

Gasoline

1977 Mercedes 6.9 sedan, 417 cubic inch overhead cam V8 with fuel injection, automatic transmission, power steering, adjustable hydro pneumatic suspension. The car has been stored for several years in a dry garage, it has a solid body, fair interior, and the motor will fire up and run although it has not been driven for several years. This was the Big Block Hot Rod from Mercedes in the 70’s. The Mercedes Benz 6.9 is a high-performance version of the S-Class saloon. It was based on the long-wheelbase version of the W116 chassis introduced in 1972. The model was generally referred to in the company's literature as the "6.9", to separate it from the regular 450SEL. The 6.9 was first shown to the motoring press at the Geneva Auto Show in 1974, and produced between 1975 and 1981 in extremely limited numbers. It was billed as the flagship of the Mercedes-Benz car line and had the distinction of being among the first vehicles ever produced with optional electronically-controlled anti-lock brakes, first introduced by Mercedes-Benz and Bosch in 1978. The 6.9 was the first Mercedes-Benz to be fitted with the hydro pneumatic self levelling suspension system using a combination of fluid-filled struts and nitrogen-filled pressure vessels or "accumulators" in lieu of conventional shock absorbers and springs, the system was pressurized by a hydraulic pump driven by the engine's timing chain. Not only was the system totally self-adjusting, rid height could be altered by a dash-mounted push-pull knob under the speedometer that raised the car an additional two inches for increased ground clearance. The suspension system gives the 4200 pound car the benefits of a both a smooth ride and handling. Please check out www.riggsboysracing.com/77 merc 6-9.htm more pictures and information. - The car is for sale locally and I reserve the right to end the auction early.