Mercedes-Benz showcased the Mercedes-Benz 420 SEL at the IIA in Frankfurt in 1979. Designed by Bruno Sacco, the 420 SEL was a member of the new W126 generation 'S' class - or Sonderklasse (Special Class). They featured improved passenger safety, enhanced handling, superior aerodynamics, and a smoother ride. Fuel efficiency was improved by over 10-percent with the help of innovative and lightweight materials and alloys. 
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Auction entries : 1Powering the 1986 Mercedes-Benz 420 SEL was an overhead-cam eight-cylinder engine with light alloy block and heads. It displaced 256 cubic-inches and offered just over 200 horsepower and nearly 230 ft-lbs of torque. It had a multi-point fuel injection system, hydraulic valve lifters, a 9.0:1 compression ratio, and five main bearings. It was the same size as the 300SDL sedan, with a wheelbase of 121.1 inches and a length of 208.1 inches. In 1986, the 420SEL had a base price of just over $45,000.
by Daniel Vaughan | Oct 2019
Sedan
Chassis #: WDBCA35D3GA218427
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Auction entries : 1
by Daniel Vaughan | Oct 2019
Related Reading : Mercedes-Benz W126 History
Produced between 1979 to 1991, the Mercedes-Benz W126 was an S-class that produced a total of more than 800,000 units in combined sales of various models. This production total has made it the most popular Mercedes-Benz S-Class to this day. The W126 was available as a long- (SEL, SL) ad short wheelbase (SE, SD) sedan, and also as a coupe (SEC). Unveiled in September of 1979 at the IAA in Frankfurt,....
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