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1991 Mercedes-Benz 420 SEL Sedan California Car

Location: Alameda, California, United States
Condition: Used
Make: Mercedes-Benz
Model: 400-Series
Type: Sedan
Trim: 420 SEL
Year: 1991
Mileage: 43500
VIN: WDBCA35E1MA600928
Color: Brown
Engine size: 4.2L V8
Number of cylinders: 8
Power options: Air Conditioning, Cruise Control, Power Locks, Power Windows, Power Seats
Fuel: Gasoline
Transmission: Automatic
Drive type: RWD
Interior color: Tan
Drive side: Left-hand drive
Safety options: Driver Airbag
Options: Leather Seats, Sunroof
Vehicle Title: Clean

1991 Mercedes-Benz 400-Series 420 SEL Description

1991 Mercedes 420SEL. California car. Newer paint and chrome wheels. 200k miles. Clean CarFax Report. A lot of work has been done to the car including:
Newer alternator (previous owner)
Newer water pump (previous owner)
New EHA Valve
O2 Sensor
OVP Relay
Valve Cover Gaskets
Oiler Tubes
Replaced failing vacuum lines
New non resistor spark plugs and wires
New distributor and rotor
New throttle body gasket
New throttle position sensor
New air intake boot
New injector seals
Transmission fluid, filter and gasket change
I took this car in as a project, I currently have a 300sel and was thinking I may want a V8. I have one too many cars and really don’t have the time to keep going on this. There are a few things that will still need to be done and I have the parts for some of the items:
Idle is high around 1100 rpm. Depending on the interest- I will continue to work on this so it may be fixed by the time someone takes it home.
Driver Seat is torn and will need to be replaced- other seats are fine with minimal wear.
Wood- some pieces need replacement- this is a California car so it has seen some sun. I have some replacement pieces available.
Fuel sending unit- gauge can sometimes flutter which probably means the unit needs cleaning. Depending on your skill level this can be done on your own.
Suspension- I suspect the lower ball joints need replacing. There is some noises over bumps at low speeds. No noise on the highway.
Window regulators. They do work but can be clunky which indicates they are beginning to slip. I have the replacement parts if needed.

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