Wonderful classic S-Class with the big 4.5-litre V8, automatic, air conditioning, power sunroof, leather, power windows, cruise control, etc – everything a successful tycoon would have in 1978… This car was delivered new in NSW being a country car regularly serviced by Mercedes-Benz. It changed hands in 1996. The second owner kept the car – and cherished it – for 25 years, only selling it when he was 85 years of age.

There are 4 service booklets stamped plus copious notes on servicing. They show the transmission had been reconditioned, a complete new exhaust system installed, a new air conditioning compressor and receiver-dryer, the steering box was reconditioned. Mercedes specialist restoration company Herscheid Restorations undertook approximately $10,000 of work on the car in 2019, for work on the brakes as well as replacement timing chain, water pump, valve stem seals and reconditioned heads.

The car was sold to a WA buyer last year who had the car gone through prior to licensing inspection and some minor work done. The car’s been reliable, comfortable and a joy to drive. It has now covered 325,000km – not huge for this model – and a buyer can be confident that regular servicing the car has benefitted from will ensure longevity.

It’s a very sound, original and correct example. A few minor items could be attended to, but generally it presents well. And it drives like a big old S-Class should, with easy cruising its speciality.

82MP. Please request a detailed description and more photos by email from paul@classicrally.com.au

Paul Blank Classic Car Broker MD28143

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