Lot details Registration No: GSR 11N Chassis No: 11603322030128 Mot Expiry: Nov 2009
Introduced in 1972, the W116 was flagship of the contemporary Mercedes-Benz range. A true super saloon it offered unparalleled levels of safety, interior space, handling, performance and ride. Equipped with all round independent suspension (McPherson strut front, semi-trailing arm rear), disc brakes and power assisted steering, engine sizes varied from a modest 2.8 litre straight six to an extravagant 6.9 litre V8. Though, it could be argued that the long wheelbase 450 SEL model was the pick of the range. Reputedly capable of 130mph thanks to its potent 4520cc V8 unit, it was less nose-heavy / thirsty than the Wagnerian 6.9.
Finished in Metallic Blue with blue cloth upholstery, this particular example is described by the vendor as being in "good overall" condition with regard to its engine, automatic transmission, bodywork and paintwork (while, he considers the interior trim to be "as new"). Reportedly "a three owner car" that has covered just 56,000 miles from new (a figure substantiated by "five stamps in the original service book"), 'GSR 11N' is understood to remain "very original". Riding on alloy wheels, this imposing Mercedes-Benz is offered for sale with the aforementioned service history and MOT certificate valid until November 2009.
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