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1973 Mercedes-Benz 450SEL

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Santa Ana, California 92706179,000 milesAutomatic
SoldJun 17, 2022
Sold for$10,350
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Summary
This 1973 Mercedes-Benz 450SEL, showing 179k miles, is finished in Anthracite Gray over black leather and is powered by a 4.5-liter V8 paired with a three-speed automatic transmission. It features European-market headlights, a PerTronix electronic ignition, and Behr air conditioning converted to R134a. The car reportedly remained with its original owner until 2018 and comes with a clean California title.
Trait
Quantity
Most Recent Sale
Year
68 (10%)
May 7, 2026
Color
Anthracite Gray
1 (<1%)
Jun 17, 2022
Transmission
671 (97%)
Oct 16, 2026
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Listing history

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  • Jun 17, 2022
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caseyandgina 1973 was the best year for these... A few notes: - Euro-style bumpers with US-specific black rubber "knobs" and ... View more
Mitleider The velours carpeting was standard on the 450sel….and the loop carpeting was standard on the 450se……this car was a ... View more
W108109 @rickambrose @mwaschka Both incorrect. A 1973 US spec W116 has small bumpers and a manual climate control. The ... View more
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