1994 Mercedes-Benz S420 Base Sedan 4-Door 4.2L

Description for Mercedes-Benz S-Class 1994

Here is a mid 1993 production Mercedes Benz S420 sedan in just beautiful cosmetic condition and mechanically sound with no known defects. It is finished in Black Pearl Metallic (199) and Alto Gray (700). The car has 87. 70+/- miles (I do drive it on occasion so the mileage is subject to a modest increase). For its’ 21 years of service however. this actually is a low mileage example (approx 4. 75 mi/yr) for one of these remarkable and iconic W140 Series cars. justifiably famous for their bank-vault build quality. Cosmetic Condition This is a nicely-kept sedan in very acceptable cosmetic condition. I am the second owner (for 3 years). but it was purchased new by an older internationally famous tennis star and lived at his 3rd home. garaged. in North Miami Beach. The car was only used 3-4 months out of the year under his ownership. And of course. I have all the service records since new- even the original window sticker. The car was purchased new at LP Evans Mercedes in Miami. FL. The prior owner traded in his 1992 S420 for this 1994 model. I too have kept the car stored inside and have all service records from my ownership as well. The vehicle is not my daily driver either and I have driven it approximately 5. 00 miles (80% highway). The photos I’ve posted should tell most of the story. but here are some details: This S420 is totally rust free. The bodywork is undamaged with no accidents that I am aware of. All paint is factory original. except for the bumpers. I had them painted to take care of some scratches here and there soon after I purchased the vehicle. These were negligible blemishes but I wanted them taken care of. The factory paint is nearly unmarked. exhibiting very few minor blemishes and rock nicks. no parking lot rash and excellent gloss. In the collector trade. such a well-tended original finish is often called “patina”. and this so qualifies. Chrome and stainless trim work is in good condition. still bright. rust and damage free. All body seals and gaskets are in like condition. All the glass is in excellent condition save for one rock chip on the front windscreen. The interior compares to the exterior in overall quality. perhaps even more so. Correct carpets and mats are original and in excellent condition (the passenger mat has some fraying around the edges). All the leather in the car is in near perfect condition. the driver seat has some wear. The wood veneer is all crack free with the exception of the bottom console piece which has 2 hairline cracks. The dashboard is in excellent shape. Mechanical Condition The engine and drive train have 87. 70 miles at this writing and there are no known defects. The odometer was replaced in this car as the old one failed. The prior owners’ mechanic is well known in Miami and he was the one that handled the replacement. He would make himself available for any serious buyer to discuss the vehicle. The engine starts and runs correctly. pulls strongly and operates with normal pressures and temperatures. During my ownership all servicing has been obsessive and I leave nothing to chance or failure. preferring very robust preventive maintenance. Overall maintenance has consisted of oil and filter changes. spark plugs. and some miscellaneous hoses and drive belts along with the correct MB antifreeze solution. And a new AC compressor plus new suction/discharge hoses. Items of note: The car needs motor mounts. I have a set of new Lemforder motor mounts as well as a Febi transmission mount. If the car reaches asking price. I will have mounts installed. If not. I will still include the parts in the sale but installation will be up to the new owner. The reverse rods work intermittently and only extend 2-3 inches. I found them worthless. so I never repaired. There are a couple of dings in the top hood by the grille (see pics) as well as the top of the trunk (see pics). WHAT ELSE HAS BEEN REPLACED OR REPAIRED: Prior Owner (these are only the highlights): New wiring harness in 1998 at 21. 80 miles: N/C goodwill by dealer New Evaporator in 2005: $2. 00 What I have replaced: Antenna Mast: $28. 00 New Michelin Tires at 81. 68: $1. 68 Left/Right front tie rod assembly: $132 New passenger headlamp motor: $110 Rebuild Radio & Amp by Becker: $593 Idler Arm Repair kit. oil drain plug gasket. oil pressure switch. A/C compressor. oil level sender. oil level sender gasket. oil pan gasket: $1. 21 Valve Cover gaskets. 8 spark plugs. steering gear sensor: $300 Replaced lumbar supports (front seats): $30 Mercedes battery: $181 Flushed Cooling system with distilled water and replaced with MB factory coolant (50% distilled water/50% coolant): $50. 00 Oil/Filter Change at 86. 77 miles with Mobil 1 10w/30 & Mann filter Rebuild suction/discharge hose. evacuate/recharge A/C. install A/C condenser at 86. 11: $898 Detailed car: Clay bar/waxed with Zaino Z2 & Z5. applied leather conditioner to seats. and silicone spray to door seals. Write for any additional information or photos Seller’s Representation as to History of Ownership or Previous Service Records The reason I am selling is because I have too many cars. two small children. one wife (thankfully only one). a business to run. and not enough time. I will also be selling a 1987 Mercedes 300SDL. probably 1st quarter next year. The description I have put forward in this listing is as complete and accurate as my personal knowledge of the vehicle allows. as accrued during my ownership. from 2012. All replaced parts are new original manufacturer products and all work was performed by a qualified independent Mercedes Benz specialist or me. Upon request during the auction. I will make the vehicle available for inspection at my place of residence. or upon written request. at my discretion. the vehicle can be inspected by a 3rd party mechanic. Money Terms No Trades. all cash US$ by certified funds as follows: A non-refundable deposit of $500 via PayPal only is required of the winning bidder within 48 hours of the auction close. Failure to timely make such deposit will cancel the transaction at the sole discretion of the seller. Balance of selling price. (the winning bid price less the deposit) is required within 7 business days after the deposit has been completed. payable with certified funds only. any such money instrument subject to acceptance and clearance by my bank. For a final payment not received within the 7 business days aforementioned or unacceptance of buyer’s money instrument by my bank. I will deem the transaction cancelled and the deposit will be retained as liquidated damages. Upon satisfactory completion of the final payment. the vehicle will be delivered at the seller’s residence at a time mutually convenient to both seller and buyer. Buyer is responsible for transport if vehicle cannot be personally received. Buyer is solely responsible for transfer of registration and any and all licensing. use taxes and similar governmental fees. I have described the car to the best of my ability and knowledge. As the vehicle is from 1994. I still have to sell the car as-is with no warranty expressed or implied. BIDDING INFORMATION: My experience has shown that the better the communication during an auction. the happier the parties are. This is a car you are buying. so PLEASE do not assume anything. Call and ask lots of questions. I am happy to take your calls and answer everything. ASK-ASK-ASK!!! Communicate. communicate. communicate!!! This is a fantastic vehicle and I have done my best to represent EVERY element of it in this description. It is a used car so I cannot warrantee it for the future. I can only prepare it to the nth degree. which I have done. If you would like to see more photos please request them. Remember: Please do not assume anything that is not in print. call and ask me anything ok. Best of luck to all of you and congratulations in advance to the winner! **I have the car listed locally online. The car will be sold on a first come first serve basis and I reserve the right to end the auction early if someone shall come along and buy it before the end of this auction.