1971 Mercedes-Benz 300SEL Auto

QLD • Private
7
Odometer41,238km
Body typeSedan
FuelPetrol
TransmissionAutomatic

Comments from the seller

For sale is a truly legendary 1971 Mercedes-Benz 300SEL 6.3, one of the most desirable and powerful luxury sedans of its era. This rare classic combines understated elegance with remarkable performance, making it a standout for collectors and enthusiasts alike. The 300SEL 6.3 was revolutionary in its time, offering limousine comfort with sports-car performance. Its timeless silver exterior is beautifully complemented by a striking blue interior, creating a sophisticated and period-correct color combination. This vehicle represents a unique opportunity to own a piece of Mercedes-Benz history — a car that helped define high-performance luxury sedans.

Car details

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Vehicle description
W109 Sedan 4dr Auto 4sp 6.3i
Powerplant type
Internal Combustion Engine (ICE)
Cost to insureSponsored
Exterior colour
Silver
Interior colour
Blue
Body type
Sedan, 4 doors, 5 seats
Transmission
4 speed Automatic
Engine
8 cylinders, Petrol Aspirated, 6.3L
Cost of financeSponsored
Registration plate
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Registration expiry
6 months/November 2026
Build date
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Compliance date
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Roadworthy certificate
carsales Network ID
SSE-AD-20051763
Number of Airbags
0
Engine type
Piston
Engine Location
Front
Engine Size (cc)
6330cc
Engine Size (L)
6.3L
Induction
Aspirated
Engine Configuration
V90
Cylinders
8
Camshaft
Overhead Cam
Valves/Ports per Cylinder
2
Compression ratio
9
Engine Code
M100
Generic Engine Type
Piston
Power
186.6kW @ 4000rpm
Torque
500Nm @ 2800rpm
Power to Weight Ratio
102.0kW/t
Gears
4
Gear Type
Automatic
Gear Location
Floor
Drive
Rear Wheel Drive
Fuel Type
Petrol
Fuel Capacity
105L
Fuel Delivery
Multi-Point Injection
Method of Delivery
Electronic
Steering
Recirculating Ball
Front Rim Description
14x6.5
Rear Rim Description
14x6.5
Length
5000mm
Width
1810mm
Height
1470mm
Wheelbase
2850mm
Track Front
1482mm
Track Rear
1490mm
Tare Mass
1830kg
Gross Vehicle Mass
2265kg
Country of Origin
GERMANY
Launch Year
1971
Launch Month
1
Generation Name
109
Series
W109
Badge
(No Badge)
Doors
4
Seat Capacity
5
Body Style
Sedan
New South Wales
Allowed
Victoria
Approved
Australian Capital Territory
Approved
Western Australia
Approved
Northern Territory
Approved
Tasmania
Approved
Queensland
Banned
South Australia
Banned
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Glenn is the seller
Location
Sanctuary Cove, QLD 4212
Member since
2021
Verified information
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