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1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 Sedan (W100)

100.012.12.002166roadGermany
Engine
6.3L V8, 250 bhp
Colour
Silver Green Metallic over deep Pine Green Metallic

A 1972 Mercedes-Benz 600 Sedan (W100 chassis) finished in an unusual factory combination of Silver Green Metallic over Pine Green Metallic, with matching hubcaps and an original Cognac leather and Macassar wood interior. Fitted with front bucket seats, a refrigerated console cabinet, and all original hydraulic systems, the car has covered just 5,267 miles from new. Numbers-matching engine and gearbox are confirmed by a Mercedes-Benz Classic Center History Certificate.

Ownership

  1. —Auction sale
    Sold US$313,000

    RM Sotheby's catalogue lot →

  2. Date unknownAcquisition unknown
    Current vendor
    full documentation

    Extensive maintenance receipts and careful storage records document the vehicle's upkeep during this ownership period. A Mercedes-Benz Classic Center history certificate confirms matching numbers for engine and gearbox.

Competition

No competition history extracted from the catalogue.

Maintenance & restoration

  1. —
    Bodywork

    The roof was repainted at some point; all remaining exterior paintwork is believed to be original.

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