Saturday, March 8, 2025

1987 Mercedes-Benz 300SEL


The mid-cycle refresh of the W126 Mercedes-Benz S-class sedans saw the 280SE/SEL replaced with a new 300SE/SEL.

These featured the new M103 normally-aspirated fuel-injected SOHC 12V inline six, displacing 3.0L. The engine had debuted in the W124 300E midsize and was rated at 178 SAE net horsepower, which was reasonably potent for the era, although it had its work cut out for it hauling nearly two tons of Benz long wheelbase sedan.


The one in the pictures was photographed in July of 2021 using a Canon EOS Rebel T3 and an EF 28-80mm f/3.5-5.6 zoom lens.

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