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- The Classic Sale at the Practical Classics Classic Car and Restoration Show 2025
- 1991 Mercedes-Benz 560 SEC (C126)
1991 Mercedes-Benz 560 SEC (C126)
1991 Mercedes-Benz 560 SEC (C126)
A fine example of the legendary 560 SEC, often regarded as Mercedes' era-defining combination of performance and build quality.
- ESTIMATE: £35,000 - £40,000
+ buyer's premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT)
You can choose to bid in the room, by phone, online or via commission.
LIVE AUCTION: This lot will be auctioned on Saturday 22nd March, 2025 at 11.00am GMT at NEC, Birmingham, B40 1NT
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BODY COLOUR
Nautical Blue -
DRIVE
RHD -
REG NUMBER
F15 CSR -
ODOMETER READING
69532 Miles
SUMMARY
A fine example of the legendary 560 SEC, often regarded as Mercedes' era-defining combination of performance and build quality.
DESCRIPTION
- Regarded as the ultimate luxury coupé of the day, the 560 SEC was one of the most expensive cars in the world at the time and came comprehensively equipped as standard
- They were powered by the M117 5.5-litre V8 mated to 4G-Tronic automatic gearbox and offering 0-60mph in seven seconds
- Standard specification included heated electric seats with memory, a limited-slip differential, electric steering, self-levelling suspension and ABS
- This beautiful example was supplied new to the UK on 01/03/1991 finished in Nautical Blue Metallic with a cream leather interior
- Our vendor understands it to be one of just two UK cars in similar specification and the sister car of the one owned by his father in period
- Bought for nostalgic reasons in 2022, it has benefited from a full respray and a bespoke stainless steel exhaust system
- Additional works include attention to the brakes, suspension and the fitting of 16" AMG wheels (originals included)
- Having covered a shade less than 70,000 miles from new, it's supplied to auction with the original book packs, the service record containing 32 stamps, a detailed history file and numerous invoices
SPECIFICATION
- Make
- MERCEDES
- Model
- W126 SEC
- Variant
- 560 SEC
- Registration Number
- F15 CSR
- MOT Expiry
- 25/05/2025
- Chassis Number
- WDB1260452A594921
- Engine Number
- 11796822101022
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Body Colour
- Nautical Blue
GALLERY
CONSIGNOR
Arwel Richards
- Car Specialist
- 07434 960868
- arwel@iconicauctioneers.com
For further information regarding this lot please contact Arwel.
CONTACTSCORE:
103 / 135
Exterior
Bodywork:
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Paint:
Chrome:
Trim:
Remarks
Full respray to address micro blistering between 2022/23
Interior
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Engine
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Vehicle History
About the Seller Rating
A lot's rating is compiled based on information provided by the seller of the lot. We strongly recommend viewing a lot prior to bidding as we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information provided by the seller. We will not entertain any disputes over seller rating details.
Poor Numerous faults / Extensive damage / Many missing parts / Project or donor car
Fair Basic condition / Requires attention mechanically & cosmetically / Some damage / Some missing parts
Good Everyday useable classic car / Driven & enjoyed / Commensurate with age & mileage / Drives and looks as it should / Some vehicle history
Very good Almost pristine / Mechanically & cosmetically sound / Driven only occasionally / Extensive vehicle history
Excellent Pristine / Original / Documented nut & bolt ground-up restoration / Stored professionally / Trailered only / Complete vehicle history
Please note all lots must be removed from the venue no later than 2pm on Monday 24th March. Collections will be from 9am - 2pm. If you cannot collect yourself, please do get in touch with our transport partner, EM Rogers, who will be happy to help you.
Uplift by EM Rogers back to their storage facility in Northampton is £175 plus VAT. Storage is £10 plus VAT per day for the first seven days and £40 plus VAT per week thereafter.
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If you cannot collect, or do not let us know transport arrangements before noon on 24th February, we will send the car to EM Rogers on your behalf.
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