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Highlights

Good interior
Injectors overhauled
Original documentation
Rare manual transmission

The Appeal

The W116 has a deservedly good reputation among the numerous high-quality vehicles produced by the company over the decades. It is known for its luxury credentials, excellent build quality and its ability to cover vast mileages.

The car offered for sale here features the 2.8 litre straight-six engine and a manual gearbox driving the rear wheels.

We understand that although the car has been unused for the past few years, it received a fuel injection system service in 2018 and comes with lots of service history.

It is clearly in need of recommissioning, or would make a sound base for a full restoration project.

The History and Paperwork

First registered 26th June 1979
V5C in vendor’s name
Has been in the vendor’s family since 1985
One previous keeper
Original bill of sale included
Mercedes owner’s manuals
Road Tax and MOT exempt
Two keys
146,000 km / 91,000 miles

The Interior

Original cloth and vinyl seats appear to be in good condition
Left hand drive
A little damage to the upholstery on the driver’s seat
Headlining clean and secure
Wood veneer on dash appears to be well preserved
Storage nets on rear of front seats
Some staining to carpet
Some evidence of damp in boot
Full size spare wheel
Original jack

The Exterior

Iconic W116 styling
Twin front bumpers
Mercedes three-pointed star still present on bonnet
Some bubbling on leading edge of bonnet
Paint, trim and wheels covered in a generous layer of built up dirt
Lamp lenses appear clear and bright
Full set of five alloy wheels
Tyres showing signs of age
We have been unable to inspect the underside of this vehicle
The owner informs us that the car has always been garaged until recent years

The Mechanics

2.8 litre straight-six engine
Rear wheel drive
Manual gearbox
The vendor informs us that the Bosch fuel injection system had a service in 2018, at a cost of £500 for which they have retained the receipt
In need of a new battery
Mechanically untested

Summary

In the right hands, this Mercedes will make a great project.

The interior appears to be in fair condition, while its drivetrain and structure will need to be inspected and a programme of recommissioning undertaken.

But once complete, this luxury car will be a pleasure to drive.

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