1988 Mercedes 560 SEL

Fully serviced with a clean CARFAX showing no accidents reported, this two-owner 560 SEL is finished in Smoke Silver Metallic over Black Leather. The two-tone presentation pairs the metallic upper body with contrasting lower body cladding separated by a chrome trim strip, a configuration that defined the W126's executive presence during the model's final production years. 

The 560 SEL represented the flagship of the W126 S-Class range, combining the long-wheelbase body with the 5.6-liter V8 and the most comprehensive equipment available from Stuttgart. This Canadian-delivery example was specified with the electric sliding sunroof with tilting device, driver's airbag, automatic climate control, and the Becker Grand Prix Electronic Cassette sound system with integrated speakers. Heated front seats and the factory anti-theft warning system complete the options documented on the stamped metal data plate, which remains legible and intact on the fender.

The Smoke Silver Metallic finish presents with good gloss and reflection across all body panels. Surfaces appear straight and properly aligned, with no visible dents or damage noted. Chrome trim on the bumpers, window surrounds, and door handles retains bright, consistent surfaces throughout. Factory Gullideckel 15-inch alloy wheels with Mercedes-Benz center caps wear Michelin MXV tires showing deep, well-preserved tread. The 560 SEL trunk badge and three-pointed star emblem remain in place, along with the original David Morris Mercedes-Benz dealer sticker.

The Black Leather interior features comfort seats with perforated inserts and minimal wear on the bolsters. Glossy wood grain trim spans the dashboard, center console, and door panels without visible cracking or fading. The four-spoke steering wheel houses the SRS airbag and shows only slight patina consistent with careful use. The gated automatic transmission shifter occupies the center console alongside two-stage heated seat controls and power seat adjustments. The analog VDO instrument cluster displays speedometer, tachometer, fuel level, oil pressure, and engine temperature gauges with clear markings. The period-correct Becker Grand Prix head unit with cassette player completes the cabin.

Power comes from the 5.6-liter V8 paired with a four-speed automatic transmission. The odometer reads 25,097 kilometers. Service in October 2025 at Mercedes-Benz Langley included front brake pad replacement, oil and filter change, and safety inspection with tire condition verification. The vehicle retains its factory data plate documenting the original specification. Registration history shows continuous Alberta provenance across both owners.