Mercedes Benz W140 S 500 (1995)

Highlights and general information

A Mercedes-Benz W140 S 500 from 1995 is for sale in gray with black leather interior.

Highlights

• Classic color combination and sought-after S 500 model
• The car has always been well maintained, and numerous invoices from the previous owners are available
• Over €16,000 has been invested in recent years (invoices available)
• The timing chain guide rails were replaced by Mercedes in 2019
• The front brake discs and pads were replaced in 2021
• In 2023, the car was partially restored, including removal of rust from the bodywork and repainting, replacement of the ignition system, and overhaul of the throttle valve and cruise control unit
• Interior in very good condition
• With extensive equipment
• Eight tires, winter tires with approx. 9-10 mm tread

General information about the vehicle

• Year of manufacture: 1995
• First registration: Czech Republic, 03/1995
• Location: 22605 Hamburg, Germany
• Number of previous owners: 5, although the first and second owners are probably the same (company and private)
• Accident-free
• Registered
• TÜV until 07/2025
• Ready to drive

Model history

The Mercedes-Benz W140 S-Class was produced from 1991 to 1998 and was available in sedan and coupe versions. In 1993, all models were renamed "S," and the coupe was marketed as a separate "CL-Class" starting in 1996. A total of 432,732 vehicles were built before the successors W220 and C215 appeared in 1998.

Facts

Exterior & interior:

• Exterior color: Gray
• Interior: black leather upholstery
• Repainted: partially

Engine and transmission:

• 5.0-litre V8 engine with 326 hp (240 kW)
• Automatic transmission
• Last service: July 2023

Mileage:

• Mileage: 150,655 km (as read)
• Mileage verifiable: partially
• Service history with a few gaps

Documentation:

• Vehicle documents
• TÜV and service reports
• Service
• Invoices

Tires, brakes, bodywork & underbody:

• Tires: good condition, replaced in 2019
• Brakes: good condition, front brake discs and pads replaced in 2021
• Bodywork: good condition
• Underbody: good condition - rust-free
• Please view the photo gallery and videos for further insights into the condition of the vehicle.

Known defects

• Minor age-related signs of wear
• Minor scratches and dents on the bodywork
• Mercedes star on the hood broken off
• Cover of the sunroof sticks when pushed back
• Exterior mirror (passenger side) scratched
• Small stone chips on the windshield
• Please view the photo gallery and videos for further insights into the condition of the vehicle

Summary

A W140 S 500 is available for auction here, which is in good condition and has a TÜV certificate valid until July 2025. The classic color combination and its extensive equipment make this Mercedes an interesting classic. Around €16,000 has been invested in recent years, with all necessary work being carried out. The interior of the S 500 is in very good condition. There are minor signs of age-related wear, but these do little to detract from the overall appearance. In short, this is an exciting classic car for sale.