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This 2003 Mercedes S55 AMG from England is a 5th hand car with 250.000 km. The seller indicates that the car is in good general condition, has a valid Technical Control and has had recent expenses. This S55 AMG was imported to France in 2019 by its 4th owner.

On the outside the car is in good condition. The paint in its grey color has some visible flaws in the gallery. There are 2 slight dents on the left side, a bumper with some imperfections and a rust spot on the bottom of the driver door. The exterior plastics and gaskets are in good condition, as well as the headlights. Pictures of the chassis are available in the gallery. He also states that the car is fully original on the outside.

The interior is in good condition. The leather upholstery has no tears or holes but shows some wear. The steering wheel and the dashboard are in good condition. The gauges and trip computers have been replaced by those of a W220 Phase 2 (electronically reliable). The plastics have been recently renovated. The on-board instrumentation and electrical equipment are working normally. The seller indicates that the electric trunk opening cylinders are worn but functional. This S55 AMG has the following equipment:
- Power seats with memory, heated and ventilated
- keyless
- Adaptive cruise control
- Front and rear radar
- Refrigerator between the rear seats
- Sunroof

The 5.4 liter V8 developed 360hp when it left the factory. The seller indicates that the mechanics work normally as well as the 5-speed automatic transmission. The engine is fully original. Recently, it has benefited from an oil change with replacement of the oil filter (June 2020). The gearbox should be changed in one year.

The car has its 4 original rims in good condition with good tires (Pirelli P Zero). The car brakes normally. The Airmatic suspension is functional, but the seller indicates a slight imbalance between the right and left rear (minor defect in technical control). The left rear brake hose is to be provided. The battery is new.

The seller is a private individual located in France in Tours (37) and accepts visits during the sale. The car will be sold with its French registration, some invoices and a favorable CT less than 6 months old. The seller provides a rear shock absorber.
The car is sold without reserve price.
Auction information
Dates
Auction opening date: Saturday 24 October 2020 08:00
Auction end date: Lundi 02 November 2020 21:15
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