1979 Mercedes Benz 450SEL 6.9, One of 576 Imported, Well Cared For, Documented

Description for Mercedes-Benz 400-Series 1979

1979 Mercedes 450 SEL 6.9 Sedan Description

1979 Mercedes Benz 6.9

6.9 M100 8 Cylinder Engine 3-Speed Automatic Transmission Limited Slip Differential Extensive Records

The Mercedes-Benz 450SEL 6.9 is a high-performance version of the S-class luxury saloon. It was built on its own assembly line by Daimler-Benz in Stuttgart, ermany and based on the long-wheelbase version of the W116 chassis introduced in 1972. The model was generally referred to in the company’s literature as the “6.9”, o separate it from the regular 450SEL.

MotoeXotica Classic Cars is pleased to present this statuesque and rarely seen 1979 450SEL 6.9. This true European classic comes with the owner’s personal gas/oil/mileage logbook, riginal sales brochures, erformance reviews, ervice records, wners manuals, nd even a translated copy of the original German Datacard (build card) from Mercedes Benz! The pride of all three owners is represented well with this car!

Finished in a beautiful Champaign gold metallic, he paint job shows extremely well with only minor imperfections visible upon close inspection. Inside, he rich tobacco brown seats all look great with no major signs of wear visible. Excellent matching carpet throughout the interior. The door panels and dashboard are matched perfectly to the rest of the interior and look fantastic. Paint and body are exceptional with no visible evidence of repair or damage that we could find.

This nicely represented Mercedes is one of 576 imported to the U.S. for 1979, eatures a 6.9 liter 250 hp eight-cylinder engine, dry sump” engine lubrication system, -speed automatic transmission, our-wheel disc brakes and four-wheel independent suspension The 6.9 was the first Mercedes-Benz to be fitted with the “hydropneumatic” self-leveling system, F Limited slip differential, roviding pleasurable predictable driving. This example of a Mercedes 6.9 will delight even the most discerning collector or enthusiast.

With the low production numbers these 6.9s are becoming increasingly hard to find in such solid well kept condition. GET OUT AND DRIVE!!!

Current mileage on the odometer shows 134,672 it is sold as is and is mileage exempt. The car is being sold on a clean & clear title.

VIN: 11603612006934

Specifications Asking Price: $22,900 Miles: 134,672 VIN: 11603612006934 Year: 1979 Make: Mercedes Benz Model: 6.9 Sedan Title: Clear Warranty: No Condition: Used Options: Engine: 6.9 Liter V-8 Transmission: Automatic Body: Sedan Doors: 4 doors Stock Number: 150404 Lot Number: Exterior: Gold Interior: Brown Video