1991 Mercedes-Benz 560 SEL Chassis no. WDB1260391A542757 • Original Nautik Blau paint • Always main dealer serviced * Please note that this car will be available for viewing by prior appointment in Germany. In 1991 Mercedes-Benz replaced the old S-Class with an equally appealing, sleek new design in the modern idiom. As one might expect, these new S-Class luxury saloons were designed to be world leaders in their market sector and were lavishly equipped in the best Mercedes-Benz tradition. Flagship of the new 'S' Class, the Mercedes-Benz 560 SEL was introduced at the Frankfurt Auto Show in 1985. Powered by a new all-alloy 5,547cc V8 engine producing 300bhp (DIN), the 560 SEL raced to 100km/h (62mph) in only 7.2 seconds, despite weighing over 1¾ tonnes, on its way to a top speed of 156mph. As befitted Mercedes-Benz's flagbearer, the 560 SEL came standard with a host of desirable features including heated and electrically adjustable front seats (with memory), electrically adjustable steering column, cruise control, air conditioning, Becker Mexico CD stereo system, telephone, foot stools, lamb's wool over-rugs, and centre-console refrigerator. The condition of this car is exceptional for its age, let alone its mileage, and is overall a testament to the craft skills and build quality that went into these famously over-engineered cars. This particular car was delivered new to Antonio Padova, a Mercedes-Benz dealer in Lugano, Switzerland. The first owner kept the car until 2021 and the car has always been serviced at the same Mercedes-Benz dealer throughout its very well-documented and curated life. The car was exported to Germany in recent years and all appropriate EU taxes have been paid. It retains its original 'Nautik Blau' paint, and comes with all relevant books, manual and guides, plus its original Swiss registration documents. Prior to the sale, the car has received a complete dry ice cleaning of the underside, a complete detailing with a wax protection applied and a complete ceramic coating. Lot to be sold without reserve. For further information on this lot please visit Bonhams.com For further information about this lot please visit the lot listing