For sale: 1996 CL600 Coupe C140 Mercedes
Specifications
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Engine head
The engine head was cast aluminium (unpainted), with a silver rocker cover.
Block
All engine blocks were painted a bright red. We have not been able to determine the precise original paint colour code applied, but forum discussion suggests that "Penta Red" by Duraplus (product number 827501) is a possible close match. Alternatively, others have suggested that "Duplicolour ceramic brake paint" is a close match and a quality solution, and there are several close engine paint solutions available from Ford and Chev. There is also a POR-15 Red which many recommend as a durable option.
Engine number
The Volvo 242 GT's engine had the engine number stamped into the front left top edge of the cylinder block (directly below the foremost cylinder's inlet port).
The engine number applied was 11 digits long, beginnig with "4". There does not appear to be any particular link between an engine number and a vehicle's chassis number, so it's not possible to precisely ascertain whether a car retains its original engine.
Details of engine numbers have been difficult to confirm. If any enthusiasts have further information, please contact us.
Vehicle location
Australia , WA , Perth
All the way over in Perth WA, this CL600 from 1997 would be one of perhaps just a handful of C140 V12s delivered new in Australia. The C140 is rare enough in standard V8 form (the lowest production S class coupe), but to see a V12 is exceptional - I think we've only seen one or two other V12 coupes in Australia up for sale in the last 5 or so years.
This one looks immaculate with just 120,000km on the clock, and states to be a one owner car.
In the advertisement, the seller noted the following:
1 owner vehicle bought brand new from Diesel Motors with full service history! This car is in Immaculate Condition with Great Service History. Furthermore, it is equipped with a Full Leather Interior, Signature Mercedes alloy wheels, 4 Executive Seat Configuration, and so much more! Whether you are driving for a weekend cruise or to attend a special event, this Spectacular vehicle is bound to Impress.
Check out the other C140s on classic register, and if you are wanting more information about these cars, take a look at our C140 Mercedes coupe information guide.