1988 Mercedes-Benz S-Class W126 Sedan

This Mercedes-Benz 300 SEL is an attractive modern classic luxury saloon, reported to have had only one private owner from new. Under the bonnet is a 3.0-litre straight-six, delivering 132kW to the rear wheels via a four-speed automatic transmission. The odometer on this Australian-market example displays 89,713 kilometres. Build year: 1988 The car is finished in red over a beige leather-trimmed cabin with matching carpets and burr walnut inlays. It rides on a set of 15-inch, 15-hole alloy wheels, fitted with Pirelli Cinturato Rosso tyres. Equipment includes a sunroof, cruise control, electric windows, electrically adjustable front seats, air conditioning, and a Becker Grand Prix stereo. Accompanying the sale is the owner’s book pack and service history. Please refer to the photo gallery to assess the exterior and interior condition. The seller states that the most recent service was carried out in 2025 at approximately 89,500 kilometres by Hills Auto. The last recorded service took place in September 2019 at 80,198 kilometres. Prior to this, a service was performed in May 2014 at 69,328 kilometres. Dates and mileage: Unknown - 89,500 kilometres - Hills Auto Sep 2019 - 80,198 kilometres - unknown May 2014 - 69,328 kilometres - unknown May 2012 - 60,483 kilometres - Peter Lennox Automotive Pty Ltd Mar 2010 - 51,043 kilometres - Peter Lennox Automotive Pty Ltd Aug 2007 - 41,589 kilometres - Peter Lennox Automotive Pty Ltd Oct 2003 - 28,467 kilometres - Peter Lennox Automotive Pty Ltd Dec 2001 - 21,246 kilometres - Peter Lennox Automotive Pty Ltd Oct 1991 - 9,291 kilometres - 3 Point Motors Unknown - 1,571 kilometres - 3 Point Motors Apr 1988 - PDI - Mercedes-Benz This W126-era 300 SEL is a stylish 1980s saloon, combining its substantial 3.0-litre straight-six with a comfortable and well-equipped interior. Presented in the elegant and lesser-seen hue of Almandine Red and reported to have had just one private owner over the course of its lifetime, it would now make a natural addition to a wider assembly of modern classics and an ideal companion for retro daily driving and car show visits.