Description
This Mercedes-Benz 560 SEC (C126) has undergone an extensive, fully documented restoration carried out between 2022 and 2025 by a professional classic car specialist.
The restoration included a complete strip-down of the body, professional removal of all corrosion, and replacement of damaged or missing panels with new or handcrafted steel elements formed to original factory specifications. The body was treated with modern anti-corrosion systems, including epoxy primers, sealed joints, and comprehensive underbody protection.
The car was repainted to a high standard, including the engine bay, using modern materials while maintaining a factory-correct appearance. Panel gaps and body lines were carefully aligned.
Mechanically, the vehicle received a thorough overhaul. Suspension and braking systems were rebuilt with regenerated components and new wear parts, including control arms, bushings, wheel bearings, shock absorbers, brake discs and pads, and fully refurbished brake calipers. Steering components and axle mounts were renewed.
The 5. 6-litre V8 engine received a major service, including a new timing chain and guides, water pump, full gasket set, ignition components, belts, and filters. Engine ancillaries such as the alternator, starter motor, and power steering pump were professionally regenerated.
Electrical and comfort systems were inspected and repaired as required using OEM components. Climate control, seat mechanisms, vacuum systems, dashboard functions, and auxiliary systems are fully operational.
Final works included full reassembly, installation of glass and trim, wheel alignment, diagnostics, and engine tuning. A comprehensive written restoration report and detailed photographic documentation are available. The 560 SEC represents the peak of Mercedes-Benz engineering from the 1980s — a period when durability, comfort, and understated luxury defined the brand.
This model combines timeless design with the legendary smoothness of the 5. 6-litre V8, offering effortless long-distance cruising and a driving experience that remains impressive even by modern standards. It is a car designed not to impress loudly, but to do everything exceptionally well.
What makes this example particularly appealing is the depth and quality of its restoration. It was restored not simply to look good, but to be structurally sound, mechanically reliable, and genuinely enjoyable to drive.
This 560 SEC is ideally suited to a collector, enthusiast, or anyone seeking a usable classic that can be enjoyed regularly while continuing to grow in desirability and value.
