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For sale is a true survivor! This 1974 Mercedes Benz 450 SEL This car was well equipped in it' s day, featuring a full leather interior and a power operated sunroof. The color is also quite rare, as it is a color seen on early models, most notably the 280SL. It is Mercedes paint code 542, dark red. The interior is bamboo. The car has had one paint job in it' s original color and it still shows well. There are a few very small blemishes noticeable only upon very close inspection. The chrome bumpers are in superior shape with no issues to mention, but the brightwork trim around the windows is dull and needs a polish with brasso. The grill looks great and boasts 3 badges, including a US dept. of Justice badge owing to the fact that the car was originally owned by a US federal court Judge. The set of 5 chrome Zenith wire wheels really make this car special. They are true knock offs and the lead hammer to remove their spinners rests in the trunk. With these wheels being likely as old as the car, they show their age with some chrome loss to some of the wire spokes and the MBZ decal emblems on the spinners themselves faded. Still, quite an impressive look from 5 feet away! The car has newer tires with 75% tread remaining. The interior is finished in bamboo color leather. This old Mercedes leather still has that unmistakable smell when you first open the door, and the seats are very comfortable.
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