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Mercedes-Benz450SEL 6.9
Production1975–1980
Recorded originGermany
Power282 hp
Built7,380 units
Background
The Mercedes-Benz 450SEL 6.9 is the high-performance version of the W116 S-Class saloon. It was based on the extended-wheelbase version of the W116 S-Class platform, introduced in 1972, but equipped with an M100 V8 engine from their flagship Mercedes-Benz 600, uprated to 6.8 litre engine, and featuring full hydropneumatic suspension, licensed from Citroën.
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Research notes
Flagship of the W116 S-Class range, distinguished by a hydropneumatic self-leveling suspension (Citroen-derived technology, re-engineered by Mercedes-Benz); the executive supercar of the 1970s.