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Mercedes Benz 560sec 1991 on 2040-cars

US $17,500.00
Year:1991 Mileage:91634
Location:

Colleyville, Texas, United States

Colleyville, Texas, United States

Mercedes Benz 560SEC:

 A meticulous paint restoration was done by Advantage Auto works, in North Richland Hills, TX at a cost of $8,500.  All molding taken off, clips replaced, windshields removed and reinstalled with new gaskets.  All moldings and cladding blacked out.  There are no dings or scratches.  The car was recently wet sanded to remove any shrinkage and orange peel.  AMG wheels installed along with Continental DWS tires.  Driver's side bolster and center armrest were re-skinned.  Installed new fog lights and used European headlamps.  Replaced ignition wires, freeze plug on right side of engine and replaced engine mounts and shock.  Replaced front grill.  Replaced ignition cylinder and key.  Replaced front brakes and calipers.  Reverse flush engine and install cooler thermostat.  Replaced O2 sensor, gaskets on the intake manifolds, replaced air cleaner, replaced the fuel injectors, replaced flange, air filter, guide and fuel intake hose.  Replaced incorrect fuel pump relay and ECU. Replaced fuel accumulator and temperature sensor.  Replaced valve stem seals.  Replaced front control arms and 2 front tires in January 2013, as the tires were cupped do to the worn suspension parts.  The suspension has been lowered with H&R springs and new Bilstein struts.  The front end was entirely re-bushed and the left front tie rod end was replaced along with the lower control arms.  The transmission was rebuilt within the last 3 months.

While the car shows very well, there is a small blister on the right rear quarter panel, just above the wheel well.  The recommended fix is to cut out the metal 2” around the blister and weld in new metal.  I will have the repair done if the buyer meets the Buy-it Now price.

 $25,000 invested after the car was purchased.  This 2 owner, low mileage, meticulous restoration is a rare example of an extraordinary vehicle.  The car was hand built and was Mercedes flag ship in 1991.  It sold new for $84,000.  This was the last year of production of the 560SEC and benefited from upgrades based on production and warrantee experience.

For someone who knows these cars, values the workmanship and what has been done, this is a great value.  Zims Autotecnik in Bedford, TX and Park Place Mercedes in Grapevine, TX performed the mechanical work done in Texas.   I have all receipts for work that I had performed and I can send a spreadsheet of the expenses I have incurred since I have owned the car.

 While I have confidence in the car and the work performed, I urge an independent inspection be done on the car, which is a prudent practice prior to purchasing any vehicle.

 I have taken much satisfaction in bringing the car back to its original glory and driving has it been a pleasure.  I have moved on to other projects and can only park 4 cars under cover.  Having more than 4 classic cars would stress my wife in the extreme.  My wife is a keeper, so the car is being placed on eBay.  

 

The photos accurately reveal the character, fit and finish of this outstanding automobile. 

 

A $500 non-refundable deposit is required with full payment in 1 week.

 

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