SHIRLEY TEMPLES 1989 MERCEDES-BENZ 300TE WAGON

This Mercedes-Benz 300TE Station Wagon was purchased new by Shirley Temple-Black in 1989. Shirley Temple was one of the biggest stars in Hollywood and she appeared in dozens of movies. She has a star on Hollywoods Walk of Fame and she remains an American film icon today. Not only was she known for her work on the silver screen but also as a United States ambassador to Ghana and Czechoslovakia. This vehicle was her actual diplomat vehicle and still has the Czech flag receptacle installed on the fender. This Mercedes has its original paint and bodywork and is powered by a 3.2-liter inline 6-cylinder engine offering 217hp backed by an automatic transmission. It?s equipped with 4-wheel power-assisted hydraulic disc brakes with ABS. It is well-optioned with a tan interior air conditioning and a sunroof. It is also equipped with the optional Acceleration Slip Control for secure traction. This car was in Mrs. Temple-Blacks care until her passing in 2014. Included with the car are copies of the registration documents in Shirley Temple?s name.

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