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- 2000 Mercedes-Benz S600L Ex Sir Elton John
2000 Mercedes-Benz S600L Ex Sir Elton John
Lot Number: 803
2000 Mercedes-Benz S600L Ex Sir Elton John
This 2000 MERCEDES-BENZ S600 L
- Sold for: £14,625
LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Sunday 26th July, 2015 at 2.00pm BST at Stoneleigh Park, Stoneleigh Rd, Coventry, CV8 2LG
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BODY COLOUR
Azure Blue Metallic -
DRIVE
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REG NUMBER
W757OJB
DESCRIPTION
In July 1998, the W220 S-Class was completely restyled, with a body that was slightly smaller and lighter than its predecessor. The new S-Class incorporated styling cues first introduced on the Mk I A-Class the year before, with a renewed focus on elegance and style in a more rounded shape compared to the preceding W140. Despite being smaller, the W220 S-Class offered more interior space than the W140.
As with each new S-Class, the W220 brought in a number of innovations such as Airmatic air suspension and Active Ventilated Seats. A navigation system with centre console mounted screen display was introduced, along with the COMAND input control system. Other options included keyless entry and ignition, a radar-controlled Distronic cruise control system and a cylinder shut-off system called Active Cylinder Control.
The engine range started with smaller 3.2L 224 hp V6 motor, which was superseded by an enlarged 3.7 L 245 hp V6 in the S350. The S430 was powered by a 4.3 L 279 hp V8 and the S500 was powered by a 5.0 L 306 hp V8. The S600 was outfitted with the naturally aspirated 5.8 L 367 hp V12 engine.
Are you ready for love? Because you're sure to fall for this Mercedes-Benz S600 with just one registered keeper from new, Sir Elton John.
As one would expect, the car is highly optioned and from looking at the accompanying build sheet it almost looks as though no option box was left unticked, with some of the more stand out options including; Parktronic SystemActive body control suspensionAdjustable suspensionRear refrigeratorDeluxe heated and ventilated front seatsComfort heated and ventilated rear seats Exclusive leather Orion Grey interiorTelevision InstallationRear Air-conditioningKeyless EntryHeat insulating Tinted Safety GlassMemory Package (driver seat, steering column, mirrors)Burred Walnut wood trim
Finished in Azure Blue Metallic and showing just 56,000 miles, the car is presented in excellent condition and has clearly lived a cosseted life showing minimal signs of wear throughout.
The Service Records for the car are as follows:
24/1/02 - H.A.Fox - 11,15821/1/03 - H.A.Fox - 17,93822/1/04 - H.A.Fox - 22,42807/2/05 - H.A.Fox - 26,83406/2/07 - H.A.Fox - 33,67714/3/08 - H.A.Fox - 36,33419/3/09 - H.A.Fox - 39,59230/3/10 - H.A.Fox - 42,05406/2/12 - H.A.Fox - 46,92325/2/13 - H.A.Fox - 54,507
A fantastic motor car with an excellent history and fitted with the V12 engine option it is no slouch, and is sure to make you feel like a Rocket Man as you blast off down the road.
SPECIFICATION
- Lot Number
- 803
- Make
- MERCEDES-BENZ
- Model
- S600 L
- Registration Number
- W757OJB
- Chassis Number
- WDB2201782A131812
- Engine Number
- 13797040001136
- Body Colour
- Azure Blue Metallic
GALLERY
CONSIGNOR
Nick Whale
- Chairman
- 07831 440158
- nick@iconicauctioneers.com
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