1996 Mercedes-Benz S500

5.0L Naturally Aspirated V8 | Adaptive Damping System | One-Owner Vehicle

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250942732

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Model:
VIN:
WDBGA70E3TA293549
Lot Number:
250942732
Odometer:
29,116
(Exempt / TMU)
Engine:
5.0L Naturally Aspirated V8
Drive Type:
Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD)
Transmission:
Automatic
Exterior Color:
Black
Interior Color:
Black
Vinyl Wrap:
Vehicle Location:
California
  • 1996 Mercedes-Benz S500
  • 5.0L Naturally Aspirated V8
  • Bosch LH-Jetronic Electronic Fuel Injection
  • 5-Speed Automatic
  • RWD
  • Black Exterior
  • Black Interior
  • Adaptive Damping System (ADS)
  • Electronic Stability Program (ESP)
  • Electrically Operated Rear Window
  • Multicontour Driver Seat
  • Multicontour Passenger Seat
  • One-Owner Vehicle

Overview of 1996 Mercedes-Benz S500 For Sale by Owner

The W140-generation Mercedes-Benz S-Class represented the pinnacle of German engineering in the 1990s, often referred to as the last of the “overbuilt” Mercedes sedans. This 1996 Mercedes-Benz S500, finished in black over a matching black interior, has just 29,116 miles and remains in one-owner condition. Powered by a 5.0-liter naturally aspirated V8 paired with a 5-speed automatic transmission, it embodies the effortless power, refinement, and presence that defined the S-Class flagship. With advanced technology for its time, including adaptive damping, electronic stability, and multicontour seating, this S500 is a true example of timeless luxury.

Exterior and Interior

The black exterior underscores the S500’s stately proportions, highlighted by subtle chrome accents and the car’s iconic upright stance. Its preserved condition reflects both the low mileage and long-term single ownership. Inside, the black leather interior continues the theme of understated elegance, complemented by wood trim and high-quality finishes throughout. Multicontour driver and passenger seats provide tailored comfort, while features like the electrically operated rear window shade and dual-zone climate reflect Mercedes-Benz’s dedication to luxury and innovation during the W140 era.

Engine

At its core, the S500 is powered by Mercedes’s 5.0-liter naturally aspirated V8, paired with Bosch LH-Jetronic fuel injection for smooth, reliable power delivery. The fivw-speed automatic transmission ensures seamless performance, while the Adaptive Damping System (ADS) and Electronic Stability Program (ESP) keep the large sedan composed and confident in all conditions. Built at a time when Mercedes prioritized durability and refinement over cost-cutting, the W140 chassis delivers a level of solidity and isolation that remains unmatched decades later.

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1996 Mercedes-Benz S500

Current Ask
VERIFIED SELLER
SOLD

The W140-generation Mercedes-Benz S-Class represented the pinnacle of German engineering in the 1990s, often referred to as the last of the “overbuilt” Mercedes sedans. This 1996 Mercedes-Benz S500, finished in black over a matching black interior, has just 29,116 miles and remains in one-owner condition. Powered by a 5.0-liter naturally aspirated V8 paired with a 5-speed automatic transmission, it embodies the effortless power, refinement, and presence that defined the S-Class flagship. With advanced technology for its time, including adaptive damping, electronic stability, and multicontour seating, this S500 is a true example of timeless luxury.

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1986 Mercedes-Benz 280SL

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VERIFIED SELLER
$29,999

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$127,999

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$259,999

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2011 Maserati Quattroporte S

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$24,999

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2021 Bentley Bentayga

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$144,999

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$129,999

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