1979 Mercedes Benz 6.9 6.9L M100 8 Cylinder Engine 3-Speed Automatic Transmission Limited Slip Differential Extensive Records TheMercedes-Benz 450SEL 6.9is a high-performance version of the S-classluxury saloon. It was built on its own assembly line by Daimler-Benz in Stuttgart, Germanyand based on the long-wheelbase version of the W116chassis introduced in 1972. The model was generally referred to in the company's literature as the "6.9", to separate it from the regular 450SEL. MotoeXotica Classic Cars is pleased to present this statuesque and rarely seen 1979 450SEL 6.9. This true European classic comes with the owner's personal gas/oil/mileage logbook, original sales brochures, performance reviews, service records, owners manuals, and even a translated copy of the original German Datacard (build card) from Mercedes Benz! The pride of all three owners is represented well with this car! Finished in a beautiful Champaign gold metallic, the paint job shows extremely well with only minor imperfections visible upon close inspection and there appears to be some slight paint fading on the top right fender. Inside, the rich tobacco brown seats all look great with no major signs of wear visible. Excellent matching carpet throughout the interior. The door panels and dashboard are matched perfectly to therest of the interiorand look fantastic. This nicely represented Mercedes is one of 576 imported to the U.S. for 1979, features a 6.9 liter 250 hp eight-cylinder engine, "dry sump" engine lubricationsystem, 3-speed automatic transmission, four-wheel disc brakesand four-wheel independent suspension The 6.9 was the first Mercedes-Benz to be fitted with the "hydropneumatic" self-leveling system, ZF Limited slip differential, providing pleasurable predictable driving. This example of a Mercedes 6.9 will delight even the most discerning collector or enthusiast. Thehydropneumatic leveling system does function but the system bleeds down slowly when the vehicle has been sitting. With the low production numbers these 6.9s are becoming increasingly hard to find in such solid well kept condition. GET OUT AND DRIVE!!! Current mileage on the odometer shows 134,672 it is sold as is and is mileage exempt. The car is being sold on a clean & clear title. VIN: 11603612006934