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The 1990 Mercedes-Benz 560 SEC for the European catalyst market represents the technical pinnacle and supreme performance of the C126 series. This “Grand Tourer” model is powered by the massive 5.6-liter V8 (M117) engine, which produces an impressive 279 hp and a torque of 430 Nm , making it one of the fastest and most luxurious cars of the time. Its mid-size pillar-less hardtop design, combined with the S-Class’s stylish trimmed chassis lines, creates a silhouette that remains the stylus of the style to this day. With an incredibly rich standard equipment and an over-engineered construction quality, the 560 SEC was and remains the symbol of absolute power and German refinement on the road.