What kind of car is a Mercedes 500 SEC?
Mercedes-Benz SEC to this day is widely recognized for its technological refinement, exceptional comfort and performance. This AMG tuned Mercedes C126 500 SEC offered at the Rozalin 2016 auction is a car that needs no introduction, especially for the fans of AMG Mercs.
Is there an AMG tuned Mercedes 500 SEC?
This AMG tuned Mercedes C126 500 SEC offered at the Rozalin 2016 auction is a car that needs no introduction, especially for the fans of AMG Mercs. The car on offer was shipped from the US in 2015 by its current owner. When it arrived in Europe, it needed some minor repairs.
How much horsepower does a Mercedes Benz AMG have?
AMG offered not only exterior styling kits, but also modifications of the powertrain. They could also bore the 5-litre engine out to 5.4 litres, which increased power to 310 BHP or swap the stock automatic gearbox for a manual.
When was the facelift of the Mercedes Benz 560 SEL?
Facelift Mercedes-Benz 560 SEL (V126) From 1973 to 1975, Mercedes-Benz designers worked on the successor to the W116. In December 1975, after several design concepts being presented, the design for the W126 S-Class was approved and frozen in 1976.
When did the AMG 500 SEC come out?
The coupe variant was introduced as the SEC in 1980 and at its pinnacle was the 500 SEC. This particular example features many AMG upgrades that make it unique, including the extremely rare ‘widebody kit’, AMG instrument dials and AMG steering wheel.
How many Mercedes-Benz 500 SE / SEL / SEC were sold?
The 380 SE/SEL/SEC was perceived as underpowered by American standards, according to contemporary reports, thus driving up demand for the more powerful version that was the 500. Approximately 22,000 units per year of grey market Mercedes-Benz (including the 500 SE/SEL) were sold in the early 1980s,…
What kind of car was a Mercedes AMG?
Classic AMG style mixed with Mercedes luxury. What’s not to like? If you wanted to make a statement with your car in the 1980s, a Mercedes S-Class coupe was an excellent way to do so. But for some, buying one off a Mercedes dealer lot wasn’t quite enough—they had their cars upgraded by AMG with bodykits, wheels and suspension kits.
Facelift Mercedes-Benz 560 SEL (V126) From 1973 to 1975, Mercedes-Benz designers worked on the successor to the W116. In December 1975, after several design concepts being presented, the design for the W126 S-Class was approved and frozen in 1976.