Mercedes-Benz is renowned for creating luxurious automobiles with a distinctively Germanic flavor. This was particularly apparent in their lineup from the 1960s to the mid-1990s, where their Teutonic designs and purposeful interiors continue to be highly desired to this day. The S Class is known to be their flagship full-size luxury sedan and a technological leader to this day. The second generation, known as the W126 was introduced in 1979 and enjoyed a long production run before the third generation entered in 1991. It came in standard and long wheelbase four-door sedan form, as well as a two-door coupe. This example is a superb long-wheelbase 1989 Mercedes-Benz 560 SEL from Florida, with 45,000 miles on the clock that’s reported to have been garaged all its life. If it’s sublime Eighties V8-powered Germanic luxury you are looking for, this car will fit your bill.
Designed by Bruno Sacco, this generation of S-Class introduced the styling language for the Eighties and early Nineties Mercedes-Benz models, with its relatively squared off proportions. However, its aerodynamics were an improvement over the previous W116 generation. This 1989 Mercedes-Benz 560 SEL stands at over five meters long and looks imposing with its shiny black paintwork, contrasting grey lower quarters, and shiny chromed 15” Mercedes-Benz rims, shod with new 205/55 tires. Up front, headlamps with their own wipers and the imposing grille topped by the three-pointed star ornament leave passers-by in no doubt as to what this is. At the rear, discreet twin tailpipes merely hint at the V8 power lurking beneath the hood. The optional sunroof completes the package. The interior is finished in black with wood trim as well. It is reported that the driver’s seat has suffered a bit of wear. The leather seats are powered at the front, a single-zone climate control system is present as is the original Becker Grand Prix radio that came with this model. Other toys include heated seats, power windows and a power antenna for the radio.
The W126 generation came with a range of gasoline and diesel engines ranging from 2.6L to 5.5L. This 1989 Mercedes-Benz 560 SEL is equipped with the top-range 5.5L M117 fuel-injected V8. For the North American market, this engine put out 275hp and 317 lb ft due to emissions regulations, whilst in Germany, it got 25hp and 19lb ft extra. No fuss though, as that power is channeled to the rear wheels through a four-speed 4G-TRONIC automatic gearbox, resulting in a 0-60mph time of 7.2 seconds and a top speed of 150mph.
If you want a German classic car with some modern conveniences, a V8 under the hood and a fine legacy, you can’t go amiss by choosing a Mercedes-Benz SL from the R107 era. Over 300,000 were made between 1971 and 1989, of which two thirds came to North America. The R107 redefined the term boulevard cruiser, with its performance, luxury interior and driving manners over long distances. If that sounds like your cup of tea, we have this 1989 Mercedes-Benz 560SL for sale right now. It’s from Scottsdale, Arizona, and has covered just over 71,000 miles so far. It’s also got a smooth M177 5.6-liter V8 under the hood.
You might be wondering why there are so many R107-series Mercedes-Benz SLs for sale. Certainly, we at Exotic Car Trader have shifted our fair share. You see, that’s because the R107 was one of the best-sellers of its time. Between 1971 and 1989, Mercedes-Benz made over 300,000 of them. That’s pretty decent for a top-tier luxury car, and what’s even more eye-widening is, two-thirds of that was official US market sales! Yes, that’s before we consider the gray market or personal imports from Europe. Another factor that explains why so many are surviving is because they are built to last. Packing that inimitable Mercedes-Benz quality and sturdiness, there are plenty of examples to go around, ensuring that as many enthusiasts can experience the car as possible. Today’s 1988 Mercedes-Benz 560SL from Blue Ridge, Georgia is no different. It may have driven over 149,000 miles so far, but that’s mere chicken feed for this Merc. Plus, it comes with the original window sticker and maintenance records too.
With over 300,000 produced and two-thirds of that ending up in North America, the Mercedes-Benz R107 SL-Class is one of those success stories that must be told. The series ran between 1971 and 1989, and during that time, Mercedes-Benz made countless upgrades and updates. While American cars were burdened with lower power outputs and emission controls, European cars were able to better weather the storm as they were already being made to be frugal yet powerful. So, if you’d like to get your hands on a well-equipped, low-mileage R107, this 39,000-mile 1987 Mercedes-Benz 560SL from Hattiesburg, Mississippi is the right choice. With its V8 engine, 4-speed automatic gearbox and leather interior, this is old-school Mercedes-Benz luxury at its finest.
Mercedes-Benz has a fine array of grand tourers, but if you want a true-blue sports car with a star on its nose, the Mercedes-AMG GT is as fine as they come. Introduced in 2014, the AMG GT is now in its second generation of production. It’s a fearsome two-door fastback coupe with a twin-turbo V8 under its hood. Hence, it makes for a fine car to drive regularly, and we have a 2024 Mercedes-AMG GT 55 for sale right now. This 3,000-mile machine comes with a 469 horsepower 4.0-liter V8, an AMG Speedshift MCT 9-speed automatic gearbox, all-wheel drive and a host of tech features. It’s currenrly available in Dallas.
If you want a German classic car with some modern conveniences, a V8 under the hood and a fine legacy, you can’t go amiss by choosing a Mercedes-Benz SL from the R107 era. Over 300,000 were made between 1971 and 1989, of which two thirds came to North America. The R107 redefined the term boulevard cruiser, with its performance, luxury interior and driving manners over long distances. If that sounds like your cup of tea, we have this 1989 Mercedes-Benz 560SL for sale right now. It’s from Scottsdale, Arizona, and has covered just over 71,000 miles so far. It’s also got a smooth M177 5.6-liter V8 under the hood.
Formerly called the Mercedes-Benz ML-Class, the GLE represents the midsize sport utility offering from Mercedes-Benz, and has done so since 1997. Then, it was called the ML-Class and rode on a traditional, body on frame configuration. However, since 2005 and the second generation, a unibody construction was adopted, and the M-Class became more road-oriented. The GLE name came in 2015 when the third generation was facelifted, and basically alludes to the model being the SUV equivalent of an E-Class. Today, what we have is a fourth-generation example from the house of Mercedes-AMG. This 2022 Mercedes-AMG GLE53 has traveled just over 27,000 miles and comes with a twin-turbo straight six under the hood. It’s also got 4MATIC all-wheel drive and the usual Mercedes-Benz refinements to enjoy, in its quest to be your next family vehicle. If you’d like to answer its call, let us know.
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