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1965 Mercedes 600 SWB Black 040 over Cognac Running Driving No Reserve

Location: Southampton, New York, United States
Make: Mercedes-Benz
Model: 600-Series
Type: 4dr Saloon
Year: 1965
Mileage: 13071
VIN: 10081212000658
Color: Black 040
Engine size: 6.3L V8
Interior color: Cognac Leather
Vehicle Title: Clear

1965 Mercedes-Benz 600-Series Description

Extremely Rare 1965 Mercedes Benz 600 SWB040 Black over Cognac Leather1 of 2190 produced, estimated only 1100+/- Remaining.13k Original MilesOriginal interior showing very nicely, soft supple leather, not dry with no tears or rips to be found
Hydraulic system serviced and functioning! Air suspension fully functional, airs up and down as it should. Holds air for extended periods of time, will air out after 4-5 days.
Can be driven and used, or with cosmetic refreshing, ready to be shown.
This car can be left original as it sits for future preservation class winner!
Wood is nice and preserved with exception of top of the dash wood trim near instrument cluster against the windshield, it is separating and needing restoring, 1 piece on rear passenger door also needing replacement/restoring.
Original Becker Radio works. Outside temp gauge and clock not functional.
Condition:Car runs and drives, new brakes, new plugs and distributor cap/rotor.
All glass is excellent with no cracks or chips
Paint is original and never before painted. Has some scratches and swirling in the paint, as indicative for a car of this age. My plans were to do a new full bare metal paint job and detail of the engine, but a new venture I am seeking requires I sell this Rare 600.
Owner looked for 2 years before he came across this car, and although not the most detailed, it was the most solid, honest and original car we had found, and that is what makes it special.
History:It comes from a private collector in Texas who had the car for over 10 years since he had purchased it from the original owners family back in the mid to late 90s. Title shows true mileage of 13,034 as of previous ownership. Texas owner used it as static display in his private museum amongst his other Mercedes Benz. Car was and remains used sparingly and taken around to exercise it in favorable weather only. On US Title, readily transferable or for export.
Car is as is where is, 54 year old car, has no warranties or guarantees implied or otherwise.

All sales final and no returns/refunds.
International bidders welcome, can help with shipping
Good Luck Bidding! No Reserve! Be serious and bid prepared to Buy! No lowball or timewasters please.

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