• Offered from the Youngtimer Collection
• Complete with original Fahrzeug-Daten, 1969 German registration, and service book
• Described as the ‘greatest sedan in the world’ upon introduction

Powered by Mercedes-Benz’s venerable 6.3-litre engine, the 300 SEL was certainly worthy of the three-pointed star. An engine born and bred on the race track, it could catapult a car that weighed nearly two tons to a top speed of over 130 mph and to 60 mph from a dead stop in under seven seconds – respectable numbers for modern automobiles and an extraordinary feat for a luxury saloon in 1969. Adored with the finest luxury fitments of the time, this was a car for those who were looking for the very best.

Ordered in Stuttgart, this 300 SEL 6.3 Saloon retains a copy of its original data card, which lists a host of desirable options. Fitted with heat-insulating glass, front safety-belts, electrically heated rear window and air conditioning, this Mercedes-Benz would have been an absolute luxury to drive. The data card also reveals that the 300 SEL remains in its original colour of Beige, with a dark brown interior – a subtle colour combination that highlights the elegance of this particular model.

Offered with a host of original documents, including the original German Kraftfahrzeugbrif stamped from Stuttgart and a well-stamped service book, this 300 SEL would serve as an excellent show car or daily driver.To view this car and others currently consigned to this auction, please visit the RM website at rmsothebys.com/en/auctions/pa19.