1978 Mercedes-benz 450sel 6.9 Sedan 4-door 6.8l on 2040-cars
Danville, California, United States
Body Type:Sedan
Vehicle Title:Clear
Engine:6.8L 6835CC V8 GAS SOHC Naturally Aspirated
Fuel Type:GAS
For Sale By:Private Seller
Number of Cylinders: 8
Make: Mercedes-Benz
Model: 450SEL
Trim: 6.9 Sedan 4-Door
Options: Sunroof, Leather Seats, CD Player
Drive Type: RWD
Safety Features: Anti-Lock Brakes
Mileage: 195,000
Power Options: Air Conditioning, Cruise Control, Power Windows
Exterior Color: Silver
Interior Color: Black
Needs TLC. Engin runs good. I had it smoged about 3 years ago since then it has been seating in front of my house. I replaced thev right front shock but right after that the left side went out. Missing the passinger side molding and the paint is fading out. All winows are working but the front passinger side switch is broken. AC and heating works. Needs tires since it has been seating for 3 years. It is a good project. I cant get the car starting the battery is dead.
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