{"product_id":"preorder-wiking-ho-15101-1972-1980-mercedes-benz-450-se-assembled-maroon","title":"PREORDER Wiking HO 15101 1972-1980 Mercedes-Benz 450 SE, Assembled, Maroon","description":"The Return of a Luxury Sedan: The Mercedes-Benz 450 SE\u003cbr\u003eOriginal Manufacturer's Year of Manufacture: 1972-80\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt was the benchmark in the 1970s and is still considered the epitome of the sophisticated executive class: the Mercedes-Benz 450 SE of the 116 series. For model enthusiasts, this is good news: WIKING is bringing back this classic, which was the centerpiece of numerous collections from 1974 to 1986, as a high-quality 1:87 scale model. When Mercedes-Benz presented the 450 SE, the vehicle set new standards in safety, comfort, and prestige. At the time, WIKING was the only model manufacturer to translate the imposing S-Class into 1:87 scale. For over twelve years, the 450 SE was a staple of their product line and, featured in many dioramas, embodied the affluence and automotive spirit of the 1970s and early 1980s. After production ceased in 1986, the \"old\" WIKING model became a highly sought-after classic among collectors. Now, WIKING is fulfilling the wishes of many fans and bringing the legend back to life. The reissue of the 450 SE is also a tribute to the design of the W116 series. With its elongated body, characteristic headlight units, and striking, elegant lines, the model perfectly captures the charisma of the original, especially thanks to the chrome trim. True to WIKING's tradition, great emphasis was placed on authenticity in this reissue. While the overall shape retains the iconic character of the original, the precise detailing ensures true-to-life accuracy. Whether displayed as a sophisticated sedan in a showcase or as a centerpiece in a contemporary model-building scenario, the 450 SE represents an era in which automotive elegance and technology reached new heights.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTwo-piece body in oxide red with a clear coat finish. Black chassis with bumper elements and radiator grille in aluminum silver. Interior trim with brown-beige steering wheel. Silvered window frames and door handles. Silvered Mercedes-Benz star, trim strip, and 450 SE badge with underline on the rear. Printed radiator grille with black areas.","brand":"Wiking","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":43622137004095,"sku":"WKG-15101-PRE","price":3.4,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0269\/7461\/7663\/files\/490958_c.jpg?v=1785263501","url":"https:\/\/factorydirecthobbies.com\/products\/preorder-wiking-ho-15101-1972-1980-mercedes-benz-450-se-assembled-maroon","provider":"Factory Direct Hobbies","version":"1.0","type":"link"}