Registration No: G306 UDV
Chassis No: WDB1260342A524109
MOT: T.B.A

• Very attractive colour of Seafoam Green Metallic with Tan leather interior
• Recently provided with two new wings and a full repaint
• Rated by the vendor as ‘good’, ‘very good’ or ‘excellent’ in all aspects

Introduced at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September 1979, the new W126 S-class was a quantifiable improvement over its W116 predecessor. Lauded by the contemporary motoring press as the 'best car in the world', it was not only lighter than its forebear but also offered an improved ride and sharper handling. Styled by Bruno Sacco, its sleek silhouette hid all round independent suspension, disc brakes, power assisted steering and a range of powerful all alloy V8 engines (later supplemented by more fuel efficient straight sixes). A staple part of numerous diplomatic fleets in period, the W126 remains sought after to this day thanks to its impeccable build quality and timeless lines. One of the more prestigious variants, the 420 SE Saloon was fitted with a fuel-injected 4196cc SOHC V8 engine that developed some 231bhp and 240lbft of torque. Admirably refined, the model was reputedly capable of 0-60mph in 8.3 seconds and over 135mph. 1 of just 13,996 produced (making it the second rarest W126 standard wheelbase saloon variant after the 560 SE).

Manufactured in 1990, the 420 SE offered was supplied new to the United Kingdom being first registered on the 17^th of January. Finished from the factory in the rare and appealing colour of Seafoam Green Metallic paintwork with a Tan leather interior upholstery, the SE was well-specified from new with paintwork protection, headlamp cleaning equipment, electric sliding sunroof, burred walnut trim, blinker lamps, air-conditioning, green tinted glass, heated rear window, and air-conditioning. ‘G306 UDV’ was subject to an insurance write-off to Category C in 2015 but has since been repaired. Acquired by the vendor in 2022, the 420 SE was thereafter provided with a cosmetic restoration including two new wings and a full repaint. Offered now having 133,000 miles on the odometer, the Mercedes-Benz has had seven former keepers.

‘G306 UDV’ is supplied with a history file that includes the original stamped service book that covers the early history of the Mercedes, when the SE covered a sizeable amount of its mileage, with nine services documented between 1990 and 2000, almost all by Mercedes-Benz main agents or specialists, and up to some 54,000 miles. Further accompanied by a collection of invoices for the parts purchased in current ownership, the vendor rates the Mercedes-Benz as having ‘good’ engine, gearbox, and electrical equipment ‘very good’ interior trim and bodywork, and ‘excellent’ paintwork.

For more information, please contact:
Paul Cheetham
paul.cheetham@handh.co.uk
07538 667452