1979 Mercedes-Benz S-Class

450 SEL Sedan

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Automatic

11603612006730

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Gasoline

1979 Mercedes 6.9 Vin# 11603612006730 Last of the legendary Mercedes's BIG BLOCK MUSCLE CARS. This was virtually a one owner , original paint California car until March of 2010 when it was purchased by Mercedes M-100 club president ( Stu Hammel) to be the subject of a Lodestar magazine article titled "Cross Country in a 6.9". (Sept 2010 issue.) This car has lead a collector car life allways garaged and serviced with no expense spared, every need always addressed by the same mechanic for over 30 years. This car just completed a 3218 miles cross country trip with speeds over 100mph ( when conditions would bare) and averaged 14.9 miles/gallon with zero mechanical issues. what sets this car apart from other Mercedes 6.9's you might consider is the smooth and quiet engine, silky smooth transmission and excellent interior.. to say nothing of its absolutely rust free body and the exceptional care the car has been given over the years. this car is quiet and reliable. The car is simply a pleasure to won and drive. It is rock solid, never overheats and is spectacularly comfortable. This car is finished in a beautiful Mercedes Benz 172 anthracite metallic paint with matching original black leather and the original coordinating black fientuftvelour carpeting. The condition of the paint is excellent as can be seen in the pictures. The paint appears to be mostly original. there are a few imperfections in the paint that would be expected on a thirty one year old vehicle. The chrome is excellent and the stainless trim is also good. The interior is near pristine. The seats are excellent. The leather is supple and beautiful. The burlwood trim is in very nice condition. In term of mechanical condition, the car is excellent. There are no leaks of any kind or exhaust leaks, no smoking, etc. The car runs perfectly and provides more than enough power for two cars its size and weight. The car tracks straight down the road with no vibration at all. The hydropneumatic suspension for which the 6.9 is famous operates as intended and gives a better ride than most brand new cars. The car has had new nitrogen spheres installed within the last 12 months. The car can cruise effortlessly at 80-85 mph all nday long (or much faster if you like).. there are simply no mechanical issues with the car whatsoever except for the cruise control. Both the front and rear windshied seals have been recently replaced. All rubber on the car is good. The speedometer and all gauges work fine. The car's matching Michelin MXV tires have 70% of their tread remaining. Brakes are excellent. The car comes with two jeys as well as all original ownership manuals and some of the most recent repair records. This car has to be one of the finest unrestored 6.9 on the planet. 516-521-2309