Equipment
6.0/310hp naturally aspirated V-8, automatic, 17-inch AMG alloy wheels, Michelin Pilot Sport A/S 3 tires, Alpine CD stereo, roof rack, power windows, air conditioning, power sunroof, Certificate of Authenticity documented.
Condition
#3 Good
Runs and drives well. Flaws not noticeable to passersby. Most common condition.
Pre-merger AMG North America conversion, regularly used, cared for and refurbished by a sequence of enthusiast owners. Dubbed “The Mallet” (“The Hammer” having already been famously used by AMG and “Sledgehammer” by Callaway) in a Car & Driver road test. Good paint, chrome and interior. Clean underbody. Right rear door burl wood interior trim is warped and pulling away from the door panel. A clean used car showing 80,357 probably original miles.
Market commentary
This may be an old M-B estate wagon but it is mean and purposeful with blacked out brightwork and a series of thoughtful and professional upgrades. It looks the part of a mean sportwagen with performance even today to match its appearance and keep up with modern cars. It has an innate appeal, was the object of continuous attention at the preview and popped through the pre-sale upper estimate to this notable result.