Highlights
- Rare manual gearbox on the W126 300 SE
- Registered with the Automotoclub Storico Italiano (ASI)
- Garage-kept throughout its life
- Regularly serviced and inspected, per the vendor
The Appeal
The W126 generation of the Mercedes-Benz S-Class is widely regarded as one of the finest expressions of the marque's engineering philosophy, built to last, beautifully proportioned, and over-engineered. Finding a 300 SE with a manual gearbox is a genuine rarity, as the overwhelming majority were specified with automatic transmissions. Paired with Mercedes' smooth inline six-cylinder petrol engine, the manual offers a more connected driving experience.
This 1991 example is registered in Italy and holds ASI classic car status. Finished in gunmetal grey over a leather interior with walnut dashboard trim, the vendor states the vehicle is in very good general condition, having been garage-kept and regularly serviced throughout its life. With its rare transmission, careful storage, and classic car registration, this W126 should appeal to admirers of Mercedes-Benz's golden era.
Key Information
- Mileage: 212,980 km (indicated)
- Country of registration: Italy
- Technical inspection status: not stated
- Technical specs: 3.0-litre M103 inline-six engine, paired with a rare five-speed manual transmission
- Paperwork: ASI classic car registration documentation, we are told
The Detail
- Climate control reported to be functioning
- Electric windows (front and rear) and electric sunroof reported to be in working order
- Central locking fitted
- Fitted with 15-inch ‘Gullideckel’ alloy wheels
- Automatic climate control
- Driver and passenger airbags
- Walnut dashboard trim
- Equipped with ABS
- External temperature gauge and automatic exterior lights fitted
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