1997 Mercedes-Benz S-Class S500 L Auto
VIC • Private
19
Odometer78,240km
Body typeSedan
FuelPetrol
TransmissionAutomatic
Key highlights
*Two owners
Full service history
Sunroof
Traction and/or Stability control
Cruise control
Climate control
Generated with AI from seller comments and car specifications.*
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Comments from the seller
[Post-1996 W140 S-Classes never received biodegradable wiring harnesses, only 1991-95 did.]
Pinnacle of the Sacco-era Mercedes-Benz lineup, with Japanese flair.
The W140 S-Class is one of the most reliable, solid-built, strong and well-engineered luxury saloon cars to have ever been developed and sold in automotive history.
This automobile exemplifies exactly the kinds of traits that gave German automotive engineering, a reputation of quality, excellence, and one to strive for the absolute best.
"This (car) feels like a concrete bunker on giant marshmallows for wheels."
For a good part of a decade, the Mercedes-Benz W140 S500 and S600 were the chosen cars of world-leaders, magnates and heads of states.
This Mercedes-Benz S500L (long wheelbase) was first sold to a Japanese owner in 1997, being the first and only-previous owner of the car. It is in incredible condition, and has an extensive service record.
Serviced by a reputable independent Classic Mercedes-Benz specialist by the current owner, it is owned by a family who loves it, and whom have cared for it.
It is kept in a garage and 2-bucket handwashed with care, with full intent to keep in such good condition that it would last a lifetime. The owners greatly value what this car stands for.
The M119 5.0L V8 engine which this car has, is part of the same family of engines used in the C9 Sauber-Mercedes and C11 Mercedes-Benz Group C World Sportscar Championship Races. They won 11 races out of 15 in the 1989 and 1990 seasons, including the 1989 24hrs of LeMans.
The engine in this car is regarded as one of the best V8 engines of all time by many car enthusiasts.
List of options and features originally fitted (# refers to Code, refer to VIN Number):
- (241 & 242) Front Seats Electric Adjustable w/ Memory.
- (249) Automatically Dipping Inside Rear-view Mirror.
- (306) Activated Charcoal Filter.
- (350) Communication & Navigation-System (CNS)(Japanese Market only).
- (414) Electric Tilt/Slide Sunroof
- (441) Electrically adjustable Steering Column
- (480) Self-levelling Suspension
- (501) Heated Outside Right-side Rear-view Mirror.
- (524) Paintwork Preservation Coat.
- (540) Rear Window Electric Roller Blind.
- (600) Headlight Wiper/Washer.
- (731) Real Burred Walnut Root Wood Trim.
- (873) All passenger seats seat-heat function.
Being a Japanese-sold car, it not only carries the prowess of the pinnacle of German engineering and automotive quality - the flagship model of the 'Sacco-era' Mercedes-Benz lineup, but it is also originally-fitted with quality-of-life features that were exclusive to the Japanese Market.
Call us, to get a chance of owning one of the most revered cars in the automotive world.
Car details
øVehicle description
W140 S500 Sedan L 4dr Auto 4sp 5.0i
Powerplant type
Internal Combustion Engine (ICE)
Cost to insureSponsored
Exterior colour
Silver
Interior colour
Black
Body type
Sedan, 4 doors, 5 seats
Transmission
4 speed Automatic
Engine
8 cylinders, Petrol Aspirated, 5.0L
Registration plate
Check with seller
Cost of financeSponsored
Registration expiry
6 months/November 2026
Build date
October 1997
Compliance date
February 2025
Cost to transportSponsored
Roadworthy certificate
Provided at pick-up by seller
carsales Network ID
SSE-AD-20032594
Audio, Visual & Communication
CD / DVD
CD stacker - 10 disc
Premium
Sound system
Safety & Security
Vehicle control
Traction
Security
Central locking - remote/keyless
Comfort & Convenience
Climate
Climate control
Driving
Cruise control
Lights & Windows
Power windows
Front & rear
Interior
Leather
Trim (incl. seats, inserts)
Woodgrain
Inserts
Seating
Electric seats
Drivers with memoryPassenger with memory
Exterior
Paint
Metallic
Sunroof
Electric
Steering
Steering column
Tilt and reach
Wheels & Tyres
Rim material
Alloy wheels
Fuel
E10
Fuel Type
Petrol - Unleaded ULP
Fuel Capacity
100L
RON Rating
91
Fuel Delivery
Multi-Point Injection
Method of Delivery
Electronic
Fuel Consumption Highway‡
11L/100km
Fuel Consumption City‡
16L/100km
Fuel Maximum Distance
909km
Fuel Minimum Distance
625km
Safety & Security
Number of Airbags
2
Engine
Engine type
Piston
Engine Location
Front
Engine Size (cc)
4973cc
Engine Size (L)
5.0L
Induction
Aspirated
Engine Configuration
V90
Cylinders
8
Camshaft
Double Overhead Cam
Valves/Ports per Cylinder
4
Compression ratio
10
Generic Engine Type
Piston
Power
235.0kW @ 5600rpm
Torque
470Nm @ 3900rpm
Power to Weight Ratio
117.5kW/t
Transmission & Drivetrain
Gears
4
Gear Type
Automatic
Gear Location
Floor
Drive
Rear Wheel Drive
Wheels & Tyres
Rim Material
Alloy
Front Rim Description
16x7.5
Rear Rim Description
16x7.5
Front Tyre Description
235/60 R16
Rear Tyre Description
235/60 R16
Dimensions & Weights
Length
5213mm
Width
1886mm
Height
1500mm
Wheelbase
3140mm
Track Front
1602mm
Track Rear
1574mm
Kerb Weight
2000kg
Gross Vehicle Mass
2650kg
Payload
650kg
Warranty & Service
Warranty in Years from First Registration
3yr
Warranty in Km
Unlimited km
Other
Country of Origin
GERMANY
Launch Year
1997
Launch Month
1
Generation Name
C140/W140
Series
W140
Badge
S500
Doors
4
Seat Capacity
5
Wheelbase Configuration
L (Long Wheelbase)
Body Style
Sedan
Probationary plate status +
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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Mernda, VIC 3754
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