19.000 €
PRICE ESTIMATION
30.09.2026
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Mercedes Benz 500 SEC C126 (1991)

Mercedes-Benz 500 SEC C126 (1991), second-hand and always family-owned, service records, appraisal report

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Overview

Manufacturer
Model
500 SEC C126
Year
1991
Transmission
Automatic
Horsepower
245
Milage
385.028 km
Country Version
DE
Location
DE-77830 Bühlertal
Color
gray
Type of auction
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Mercedes Benz 500 SEC C126 (1991)

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by Moritz Helbich

This Mercedes 500 SEC has been in the family since it was first registered in 1991! The legendary 5.0-liter V8 with 245 PS and the extensive list of features make this coupe a superb touring car that is increasingly appreciated among enthusiasts. The brakes and shock absorbers have been replaced, and a stainless-steel exhaust system along with a retrofitted air conditioning system round out this well-maintained C126. With an “H” license plate and TÜV certification valid through 2028, this is a classic for enthusiasts of large Mercedes coupes.

Price Estimation19.000 € - 22.000 €
Vehicle description

For sale is a 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 SEC (C126) in gray with a black leather interior.

Highlights:

  • A mid-cycle refresh 500 SEC in an attractive color combination
  • Appraisal report dated August 2026 valuing the car at over €22,000 is available
  • Second-hand and has always been family-owned (the current owner’s brother-in-law bought the car in 1991 as a demo car; the current owner took it over in 1993)
  • Service records available
  • Extensive and fully functional features
  • Last service in November 2025; fresh TÜV valid through August 2028
  • Brake system, including rotors and pads, as well as shock absorbers, replaced one year ago
  • Retrofitted stainless steel exhaust system
  • Cold start control
  • Retrofitted immobilizer
  • Radio and sound system upgraded
  • Air conditioning upgraded to current standards
  • Slightly lowered (subtly)
  • All modifications are registered. The original rims are included

General Information about the Vehicle

  • Year of manufacture: 1991
  • First registration: Germany, 1991
  • Location: 77830 Bühlertal, Germany
  • Number of previous owners: 2 (family-owned since initial registration)
  • Accident-free
  • H license plate
  • TÜV valid until 08/2028
  • Registered
  • Ready to drive immediately

Model History

With the W126 series, Mercedes-Benz introduced the second generation of the S-Class in 1979—a milestone in technology, comfort, and design. Starting in 1981, the elegant C126 coupe joined the lineup: the 500 SEC. This model combined a powerful V8 engine with timeless styling and a luxurious interior. A total of over 74,000 coupes were built, making the SEC one of the brand’s most sought-after luxury coupes to this day.

Facts

Exterior & Interior:

  • Exterior Color: Gray
  • Interior: black leather upholstery, well-maintained condition with minor signs of wear
  • Repainted: Partially repainted (cosmetic touch-ups)

Engine and Transmission:

  • 5.0-liter V8 engine with 245 PS
  • Automatic transmission
  • Last service: 11/2025

Mileage:

  • Mileage: 385,028 km
  • Verifiable mileage: Yes
  • Service history: available

Documentation:

  • German vehicle registration documents
  • TÜV reports
  • Service history
  • Service reports, invoices
  • Appraisal report from August 2026 with a valuation of €22,000

Tires, body, and underbody:

  • Tires: approx. 7 mm tread depth
  • Body: good condition, only minimal age-related signs of wear
  • Underbody: good condition, no known rust
  • Please view the photo gallery and videos for further insights into the vehicle’s condition.

Known Issues

  • The battery is approx. 6 years old; replacement is recommended
  • Otherwise, there are no known defects
  • Please view the photo gallery and videos to get a better idea of the vehicle’s condition.

Summary

For sale is a very well-maintained 1991 Mercedes-Benz 500 SEC (C126) in the classic color combination of gray with black leather interior. The vehicle is second-hand and has always been family-owned. Its history is documented, including the service record book and regular maintenance—most recently in November 2025. The car is equipped with an “H” license plate and is registered. Both visually and mechanically, the 500 SEC is in excellent condition. It is a well-rounded vehicle with extensive documented investments, and a current appraisal valuing it at over €22,000 is available. An all-around stylish classic for connoisseurs of Mercedes’ luxury class.

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  • Main inspection
  • Current service performed

Comments of this past auction

  • 09.12.2025 17:32

    Guten Tag, Sind die originale Felgen auch dabei? Die, die auf dem Fahrzeug montiert sind, sind eingetragen ? Auto ist 100% rostfrei ? Und letztlich wegen Scheckheft : da keine Bilder davon gibt, würden wir gerne weißen ob es lückenlos ist. Vielen lieben Dank !

    • 02.12.2025 13:20

      Technik: Im Oktober 1981 wurde das Coupé der Baureihe 126 (C 126) vorgestellt. Es trägt als Modellbezeichnung das Kürzel „SEC“ (S-Klasse-Einspritzmotor-Coupé). Die Bodengruppe des SEC stammt prinzipiell von der Limousine, wenngleich um 85 Millimeter gekürzt. Der Radstand ist damit 30 Millimeter länger als bei der Vorgängerbaureihe. Zur Kompensation der fehlenden B-Säulen ist die Dachrahmenstruktur verbessert, und die A-Säulen sind mit eingeschweißten hochfesten Rohren versehen. Damit entsprechen auch die Coupés dem Sicherheitsstandard der S-Klasse-Limousinen. Neben der Coupé-Karosserie unterscheidet sich der SEC durch Details von der Limousine: Statt Breitbandscheinwerfer mit nebeneinander liegenden Haupt- und Nebelscheinwerfern hat das Coupé schmalere Hauptscheinwerfer; die Nebelscheinwerfer sind in die Stoßstange integriert. Dadurch kann der Kühlergrill breiter sein und in die Motorhaube einbezogen werden. Der freistehende obere Mercedes-Stern wird durch ein großes Stern-Emblem im Kühlergrill ersetzt. Die Außentürgriffe liegen über großen Kunststoffschalen. Die Chromleiste am unteren Rand der Kofferraumhaube, die bei der Limousine nur den Bereich zwischen den Heckleuchten ausfüllt, ist beim Coupé breiter ausgeführt und reicht bis in die hinteren Kotflügel. Durch die fehlenden B-Säulen und die auch hinten fast voll versenkbaren Seitenfenster wird eine große seitliche Öffnung des Fahrzeugs ermöglicht. Im Fond verfügt das Coupé über zwei Einzelsitze. Da Coupé-Varianten in der Mercedes-Hierarchie traditionell über den Limousinen angesiedelt sind, war auch der SEC teurer und besser ausgestattet als die Limousinen sowie nur mit den V8-Motoren erhältlich. Der C 126 wurde bis Ende 1991 gebaut und 1992 durch den C 140 ersetzt. LG Tom