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Highlights

Low documented mileage of 100,160 miles
Few keepers with current one since 2018
Purchased from a SEC model specialist
Very well kept Nautical Blue with beige leather
Maintained by main dealers and specialists from new
Always garaged by current keeper
Used regularly and always proven reliable with no major work needed
Recently completed a week-long trip to France without issue
MOT valid until September 2026 with no advisories

The Appeal

It says something about the sheer unburstable nature of Mercedes’ handsome C126 coupe that this 36-year-old car has proved so reliable since the vendor acquired it in 2018. He says that aside from routine servicing it has needed nothing. That includes a recent fault-free trip to France and back.

The vendor acquired it from a SEC specialist, and we can see why it would have stood out amongst similar cars. Finished in smart Nautical Blue with beige leather and walnut trim, it is a nicely specified car in very good condition - it even retains its factory radio. We’re told that the extensive electrical luxuries all still work, including the rear electric windows. Since buying the car, the vendor has kept on top of the bodywork and structure with work around the fuel tank. The current MOT carries no structural or other advisories.

The history book supports the low displayed mileage, which is barely run in for the 320bhp M119 engine. The work includes attention by various main dealers and marque specialists. In recent years, we are told a local mechanic has carried out minor services.

There are a few minor points to note below, but nothing that might not be reasonably expected of a well-kept, clearly cherished car of this age. It is being sold only because the seller is moving overseas.

The vendor says:

“It has provided joy for my family and I over the past 8 years. I'm only selling as overseas for an extended period and can't bring it with me.

“Every time I drive it it puts a smile on my face, and unfailingly someone will pull up and give a nice comment - you just don't get that in every car. People give way to you on the road too, to boot. There are years of domestic or continental driving for someone to enjoy with this car.”

Key Information

Mileage: 100,160 miles indicated (supported by service records)
Country of registration: United Kingdom
Technical inspection status: MOT valid until 11th September 2026 with no advisories
Technical specs: 320bhp M119 4,973cc V8 petrol, 4spd automatic
Paperwork: Large history file of invoices, 2 keys, handbooks, V5C

Service history:

01/22 - 93,757 miles - SS Motors (including brake work)
07/17 - 81,731 miles - Charlie McEner Motor Services
03/17 - 79,721 miles - Godstone Mercedes-Benz (independent specialist)
01/16 - 74,352 miles - James Leigh (Mercedes specialist)
03/15 - 69,460 miles - Steve Refern (Mercedes specialist)
01/14 - 62,632 miles - Colin Ferns
05/06 - 57,026 miles - Mercedes-Benz Harpenden
08/00 - 34,765 miles - Mercedes-Benz Bournemouth
10/99 - 32,572 miles - Mercedes-Benz Bournemouth
01/98 - 28,931 miles - Mercedes-Benz Bournemouth
08/96 - 25,873 miles - Mercedes-Benz Bournemouth
07/95 - 23,068 miles - Gracelands
10/93 - 17,002 miles - Gracelands
01/92 - 9,481 miles - David J Sparshott (Mercedes-Benz)
04/91 - 5,757 miles - David J Sparshott
08/90 - 2,891 miles - David J Sparshott
05/90 - 979 miles - David J Sparshott

The Detail

Minor services and MOTs carried out by a local mechanic
Rear rust rectification completed prior to current ownership
Rust on the panel near the petrol tank recently addressed
Believed to have been resprayed in metallic blue before current ownership
Nautical Blue metallic presents very well in photos as shown
Some minor points to note to paintwork and trim in photos
Front and rear bumpers have grazes we are told
Door undersides may require rust work in the future, though doors still close solidly
Well kept ‘Gullideckel’ alloy wheels showing few marks
Full size spare wheel included with tools as shown
Matching Michelin tyres fitted
Underside as shown with no structural advisories on September 2025 MOT
Beige leather interior looks well kept and in good order for car of this age
Interior features well kept burr walnut veneers to dash, doors and console
Vendor states the leather and dashboard are in very good condition
Electric seats fully functional in all directions including headrests
All windows operational, including rear windows
Driver's heated seat not working and requires attention
Sunroof functional in both directions
Retains factory sound system and correct ribbed branded floor mats
All instruments, switchgear, and cruise control functional
No advisories on current MOT

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