Highlights

Exceptionally low mileage
Excellent condition
Ex-Dubai London office VIP vehicle

The Appeal

The Mercedes-Benz S-Class has long set the benchmark for luxury saloons, and the W221-generation S500 L perfectly encapsulates the model’s strengths — discreet executive elegance and effortless V8 performance.

This particular car adds extra interest thanks to its background: formerly owned by the Dubai office in London and used as a VIP vehicle, it has covered a remarkably low 19,669 miles from new. Believed to have been maintained by Mercedes-Benz throughout its official duties, the car presents superbly today, both inside and out.

Finished in a desirable Designo interior specification, complete with electric rear blinds, a fridge, rear entertainment screens and a pair of original headphones, it represents understated luxury motoring at its best.

The History and Paperwork

First registered in 2006
Formerly used for VIP client use, owned by a Dubai London office
Current UK owner since January 2025
Believed to have been fully maintained by Mercedes-Benz during its previous ownership
No physical service book provided, but history believed accessible via car’s COMAND system or by contacting Mercedes-Benz
MOT until Feb 2026
V5c present

The Condition

Presents in excellent condition throughout
No dings, dents, scrapes or marks evident at this time
Full black leather interior in superb condition
Underside appears nice and solid
All glass, lights and chrome brightwork in very good order
Exquisite Designo specification interior in extremely well-preserved condition
No rips, tears or undue wear noted on seats, carpets or trim
Rear compartment features electric blinds, a fridge, and two entertainment screens mounted in the front seat head restraints
One pair of matching headphones present in the boot
All switchgear, displays and controls believed to be operational
Few marks to alloy wheels

The Mechanics

5.5-litre V8
7-speed automatic gearbox
Always starts first time and runs faultlessly
No modifications known or reported
Drives exactly as it should for a high-spec executive saloon
Comfortably soaks up miles with quiet composure
Vendor advises there are no known faults with the vehicle

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