Highlights

Only 51,000 miles from new
Over £8,000 recently spent on improvements
Rear seating champagne fridge unit re-commissioned
Stored in a heated and humidity-controlled secure unit
'V12 DRX' registration included in the sale

The Appeal

The Mercedes-Benz S-Class has long been regarded as the benchmark for luxury saloons, known for its superb balance of technology, comfort, and performance. The W221 generation of S-Class vehicles truly does live up to this high reputation, boasting incredible vehicles like this S600.

This low-mileage S600 is without a doubt one of the most highly specced vehicles money can buy in today’s market, fitted with a huge array of interior comforts and top-of-the-line Mercedes-Benz luxury touches. Equipped with a twin-turbo V12, it’s certainly not short on power either, and gladly offers an incredibly impressive driving experience.

With just 51,000 miles on the clock, and with comprehensive recent maintenance completed, this Mercedes has everything going for it. The current owner has invested over £8,000 in improvements through a main Mercedes-Benz dealer in Edinburgh, addressing mechanical issues and recommissioning luxury features like the rear champagne fridge.

The vendor says:

"I had the chance to drive this car myself for a week, and it was an experience I will never forget. What a piece of automotive 'class' and a sure-footed future classic. The V12 engine is jaw-droppingly smooth yet colossally powerful."

Currently stored in a climate-controlled environment, this S600L has been meticulously maintained as part of a discerning collection. It's offered with a long MOT and is reportedly ready to enjoy.

History and Paperwork

MOT until 8th October 2025
First registered in 2006 with registration 'GL06 CYF'
Five former registered keepers
Purchased by current owner in early 2023
MOT valid until 21 December 2023
Detailed service work completed by main Mercedes-Benz dealer in Edinburgh (Newbridge)
Over £8,000 spent on recent improvements
All sale documents retained
Original owner's manual and leather pouch included
Part service history, with three main dealer stamps
Collection of receipts for past and recent work
V5C document present
Currently stored in a heated and humidity-controlled secure unit
Being sold to downsize the vendor's car collection

The Condition

Presented in very smart order for its age
Obsidian Black paintwork with only minor blemishes
Minor scratches to the offside front bumper
Fitted with 19" AMG 5-spoke alloy wheels showing small marks and light bubbling
Wheels wrapped in Dunlop tyres all around with decent tread reportedly remaining
Lights, badging and trim pieces in very good order
Highly specced interior presented in very good condition
Electronically adjustable leather seats with heating, ventilation and memory functions
Sleek black carpeting throughout the cabin in very good condition
Clean black floor mats in the rear
Harmon Kardon sound system
Electric windows equipped with privacy blinds
Leather multi-function steering wheel
Equipped with a sunroof and refrigerator
Rear seating champagne fridge unit re-commissioned

The Mechanics

5.5-litre V12 twin-turbocharged petrol engine
Seven-speed automatic transmission
Any mechanical issues have been addressed during current ownership
Clean engine bay with no drips or leaks according to the vendor
Said to start without hesitation and run exceedingly well
Previous slight fan belt noise now resolved
New ignition coils installed
New brakes and pads fitted
Front and rear ABC suspension reportedly in full working order
Fitted with a new SAM module in April 2021
Fitted with a new battery, alternator, voltage converter and ABS sensor in October 2021
Fitted with a new starter motor in January 2022
Fitted with a new amplifier in April 2022
The vendor describes the V12 engine as "jaw-droppingly smooth yet colossally powerful", capable of overtaking other vehicles "in a heartbeat"

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