1992 Mercedes-Benz W140 S Class | London

The W140 S-Class was the Mercedes-Benz flagship saloon of the early 1990s, known for its size and a hushed, double-glazed cabin. This one is a 500 SEL, the long-wheelbase version, powered by a 5.0-litre V8. The car is finished in light brown gold, a metallic shade that shows real depth in daylight, with beige leather and polished wood inside. It is in excellent condition, and the doors close with a deep, solid thud. Its tall, formal lines earned the W140 the nickname "Cathedral". Film and TV work set in the 1990s gets a car that reads as official transport or boardroom wealth, with a roomy cabin to shoot in. Music video and fashion shoots gain a large, calm silhouette and a pale interior that photographs softly. For a wedding, the climate-controlled cabin keeps the couple comfortable. The car is based in London.