This W222-generation Mercedes-Benz S450 EQ Boost is an elegant luxury saloon, finished in a timeless all-black colour scheme, and in the AMG Line Plus specification. It is powered by a mild hybrid powerplant, consisting of a turbocharged 3.0-litre inline-six with the aid of a 16kW electric motor, producing a combined 270kW and 500Nm of torque to the rear wheels through a nine-speed automatic transmission with paddle shift. This S450 EQ Boost was originally delivered to Japan before later being exported to Australia, where it is now offered for sale. The seller reports that the Australian compliance process is complete, and the car is able to be road registered. This example is finished in Obsidian Black over a co-ordinating black leather-trimmed cabin, complemented by Piano Black inlays and contrast stitching. It rides on a set of 20-inch AMG multi-spoke alloy wheels (from the 2020 model), housing silver callipers and fitted with Dunlop Veuro 304 silent core tyres. The car is an AMG Line Plus package model with ISG. Equipment includes front and rear parking assistance, electrically adjustable front seats with heating, ventilation, and three-position memory, heated rear seats, adaptive cruise control, dual-zone climate control, lane guidance, a head-up display, a digital dashboard, a COMAND infotainment system with satellite navigation, electrically folding wing mirrors, and illuminated treadplates. Accompanying the sale is the owner’s book pack, service booklet, export certificate, compliance papers and two keys. Please refer to the photo gallery to assess exterior and interior condition. The car was last serviced in May 2024 at 83,300 kilometres, which included replacing the engine oil and filter, and an overall checkup of the car with all items passing. Previous services all took place in Japan. The W222-era Mercedes-Benz S-Class is an accomplished luxury saloon offering superb levels of ride comfort and refinement as well as the integration of a host of impressive technologies. This S450 EQ Boost features a muscular yet surprisingly frugal hybrid powertrain comprising of a turbocharged inline-six allied with an electric motor. Having passed Australian compliance, it is now ready to be road-registered and enjoyed as a talented daily driver as well as a capable long-distance touring companion at the hands of its next owner. The description of this consignment is, to the best of the seller’s knowledge, accurate and not misleading. Collecting Cars requests a range of detail about the lot from the seller and performs a level of due diligence. However, potential buyers must independently satisfy themselves as to the accuracy of the description. Potential buyers should view or arrange inspections as well as conduct any research they feel is necessary before committing to bid or buy. Please note that it is not uncommon for classic or collectible vehicles to have received cosmetic repairs in the past, either to rectify damage or refresh appearance, and this work may be undetectable even upon visual inspection. Unless there is an explicit statement by the seller to the contrary, please assume that any vehicle could have had bodywork or paintwork during its life. Furthermore, photographs may not reflect the true colour or full condition of the vehicle. It is a bidder’s responsibility to satisfy themselves of the colour and condition of a vehicle, including its interior and the existence of any remedial bodywork or paintwork, before committing to bid or buy. This includes by raising enquiries with the seller in the comments section. For vehicles, unless otherwise stated, potential buyers should also assume that any cherished registration may be retained by the seller. Please see our Terms and Conditions for full details. This vehicle’s VIN has been checked against the Australian Personal Property Securities Register, and there is no security interest or other registration kind logged against the serial number.