Pioneer single-DIN stereo and rear parking camera have been installed
The Appeal
The Mercedes-Benz W109 300 SEL 3.5 holds a special place in the marque’s history, being the first of Mercedes flagship sedans to receive a V8 engine. Introduced at the end of the 1960s, it combined long wheelbase luxury, advanced air suspension, and effortless performance in a way few cars of the era could match. Discreet yet imposing, the 300 SEL 3.5 became a favorite among dignitaries and private owners alike, and today it is widely regarded as one of the most desirable and significant variants of the W109 range.
This example is finished in Sand Beige Metallic, a color that suits the model’s stately character well. The paintwork presents nicely, with chrome trim, glass, and window surrounds all showing well. The car retains its correct front grille and hood emblem, sits on 14-inch Maxilite Barock wheels, and features rear privacy-tinted windows that reinforce its limousine origins. Inside, the original maroon leather interior and carpets show wear consistent with age and regular use, including bolster wear and a rip to the passenger seat. The factory Pagoda steering wheel and wooden dashboard remain in place with original switchgear and instruments, while a Pioneer single DIN stereo and rear parking camera have been added for day-to-day usability. The seller advises an odometer reading of circa 72,000 km and describes the service history as “good,” with “maintenance history and bills available,” supported by a collection of original handbooks and guides.
Powered by the 3,499 cc V8 and a four-speed automatic transmission driving the rear wheels, the car delivers the smooth, refined performance for which the model is known. The seller describes it as “in perfect condition, except for the suspension malfunction.” All in all, this 300 SEL presents as a largely original, well-preserved example of one of Mercedes' most important luxury sedans and is simply too good to miss.P1050179.jpg210.94 KB
The History & Paperwork
The seller advises an odometer reading of circa 72,000km
No current ITV (Inspección Técnica de Vehículos) certificate
Owner's Manual, Service book and instructions, Air Conditioning System instruction manual, Customer Service booklet, and Care product guide present
The vendor advises that the service history is “good” and “maintenance history and bills are available.”
Finished in Sand Beige Metallic paintwork that appears particularly smart
Chrome trims, glass, and windows present well throughout
Rear windows have dark privacy tints, in keeping with the car’s limousine character
Front grille and hood emblem appear good and whole
14-inch Maxilite Barock wheels
Original maroon leather interior and carpets show wear consistent with age and long-term use, including a small rip to the passenger seat upper bolster, thinning to the driver’s seat lower bolsters, and wear to the driver’s footwell mat
Front and rear seatbelts are present
Factory Pagoda steering wheel appears smart
The wooden dashboard presents well, retaining its original switchgear and instruments
An additional Pioneer single-DIN stereo and rear parking camera have been installed
The spare wheel and jack can be found in the trunk
Overall, the car combines original, well-maintained paintwork with interior leather showing wear commensurate with age and use
The seller describes this 3000 SEL as “in perfect condition, except for the suspension malfunction.”
We’re informed the mechanical rating is “good”; however, “the suspension is not airtight, and the vehicle tends to sag at the front after approximately 45 minutes.”
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