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1991 Mercedes-Benz 420-Class
4 Dr 420SEL Sedan
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2022 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
E 350 4MATIC Sedan AWD
MSRP
$57,450
Invoice
$54,003
Average Price Paid
$57,450
189 listings nationwide

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1991 Mercedes-Benz 420-Class
4 Dr 420SEL Sedan
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E 350 4MATIC Sedan AWD
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Used Car Pricing Used listing price comparison and analysis.

1991 Mercedes-Benz 420-Class
4 Dr 420SEL Sedan
CarGurus Instant Market Value
$63,950
6 listings nationwide

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2022 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
E 350 4MATIC Sedan AWD
CarGurus Instant Market Value
$66,035
13 listings nationwide

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Expert Reviews Reviews from CarGurus experts.

1991 Mercedes-Benz 420-Class
4 Dr 420SEL Sedan

If legroom is what you crave in a luxury automobile, then the 1991 Mercedes-Benz 420-Class, and specifically the 420SEL, might just be what you're looking for, especially if you're see...

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2022 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
E 350 4MATIC Sedan AWD
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User Reviews Reviews from CarGurus users who have driven or owned the car.

1991 Mercedes-Benz 420-Class
4 Dr 420SEL Sedan
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Michael 1991 Mercedes-Benz 420-Class 4 Dr 420SEL SedanReview:

Fantastic Black Beauty — This car has remained in great shape. Garaged most of it's life and still looks new. This car has be...

Primary Use: Sport/fun (spirited driving, track racing, off-roading, etc.)

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Frank3555 1991 Mercedes-Benz 420-Class 4 Dr 420SEL SedanReview:

Dream Car — love the car its a beauty noproblems except new waterpump performancenails it everytime not lackin t...

Primary Use: Family transportation

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migration_stangar2 1991 Mercedes-Benz 420-Class 4 Dr 420SEL SedanReview:

Elegant And Lovely To Drive — Just ran my 87 420sel to Yucatan. 2900mls took 8 days. 178000 mls on it. Changed the chain guides b...

Owner for 1 years, 0 months

Miles Driven per Year:15,000

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2022 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
E 350 4MATIC Sedan AWD
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Specs

1991 Mercedes-Benz 420-Class
4 Dr 420SEL Sedan
2022 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
E 350 4MATIC Sedan AWD
Powertrain 4-Speed Automatic 9-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
RWD
AWD
Fuel Economy, City
14 MPG
21 MPG
Fuel Economy, Highway
17 MPG
29 MPG
Fuel Tank Volume 23 gal 17.4 gal
Engine
Fuel Type
Gasoline
Gasoline
Power
201 hp @ 5,200 RPM
255 hp @ 5,800 RPM
Torque
228 lb-ft @ 3,600 RPM
273 lb-ft @ 1,800 RPM
Cylinders
8 cylinders
4 cylinders
Compression Ratio
--
10.5:1
Displacement
4,200 cc
2,000 cc
Bore x Stroke
--
3.27 in x 3.62 in
Safety
ABS Brakes Standard Standard
Driver Airbag Standard Standard
Passenger Airbag Standard Standard
Front Side Airbags -- Standard
Curtain Airbags -- Standard
NHTSA Crash Test Results
Overall -- 5 stars
Front Crash Overall -- 5 stars
Front Crash Driver -- 4 stars
Front Crash Passenger -- 5 stars
Side Crash Overall -- 5 stars
Side Barrier Driver -- 5 stars
Side Barrier Passenger -- 5 stars
Side Pole Driver -- 5 stars
Rollover -- 5 stars
Comfort and Convenience
Sunroof/Moonroof Optional Standard
Leather Seats Standard --
Air Conditioning Standard Standard
Cassette Player Standard --
Radio Standard Standard
Power Windows Standard Standard
Power Door Locks Standard Standard
Driver Power Seats Standard Standard
Passenger Power Seats Standard Standard
Interior
Maximum Seating 5 seats 5 seats
Front Legroom 41.9 in 41.7 in
Back Legroom 39.6 in 36.2 in
Payload and Towing
Cargo Volume -- 13.1 cu ft
Maximum Payload -- 1,455 lbs
Exterior
Length 208.1 in 194.3 in
Width 71.7 in 81.3 in
Height 56.7 in 57.8 in
Wheelbase 121.1 in 115.7 in

Available Options

1991 Mercedes-Benz 420-Class
4 Dr 420SEL Sedan
2022 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
E 350 4MATIC Sedan AWD

Exterior Colors

  • Black
  • Cirrus Silver Metallic
  • Graphite Grey Metallic
  • MANUFAKTUR Cardinal Red
  • MANUFAKTUR Diamond White
  • MANUFAKTUR Selenite Grey MAGNO
  • Mojave Silver Metallic
  • Nautical Blue Metallic
  • Obsidian Black Metallic
  • Polar White
  • Selenite Grey Metallic

Option Packages

  • Air Body Control Air Suspension
  • AMG Line Exterior
  • Acoustic Comfort Package
  • Active Multicontour Front Seats W/Massage Feature
  • Driver Assistance Package
  • Exterior Lighting Package
  • Head-Up Display
  • MANUFAKTUR MACCHIATO Beige/Saddle Brown Nappa
  • Premium Package
  • Warmth & Comfort Package
  • Wood/Leather Steering Wheel
  • MANUFAKTUR Black Piano Lacquer Trim
  • Black, Leather Upholstery
  • MACCHIATO Beige/Black, Leather Upholstery
  • MACCHIATO Beige/Grey, Nappa Leather Upholstery
  • Neva Grey/Magma Grey, Leather Upholstery
  • Nut Brown/Black, Leather Upholstery
  • Nut Brown/Black, Nappa Leather Upholstery
  • Black, Nappa Leather Upholstery
  • Heated Rear Seats
  • Panorama Roof
  • Wheels: 18" X 8.0" AMG 5-Spoke
  • Wheels: 18" X 8.0" AMG 5-Spoke W/Black Accents
  • Wheels: 19" X 8.0" 10-Spoke
  • Wheels: 19" X 8.0" AMG 10-Spoke
  • Wheels: 19" X 8.0" AMG Twin 5-Spoke
  • Wheels: 19" X 8.0" AMG Twin 5-Spoke W/Black Accents

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