Overview. The W126’s tube-and-fin condenser was built for R-12. This kit replaces it with a parallel-flow unit designed for R-134a, with every bracket and line needed to fit it. No special tools, cutting or drilling.
Features
- Made from 100% Pure Unobtainium alloy, but we still offer it!
- 4-pass parallel-flow core, about 30% more efficient than stock
- W126-specific brackets in 16-gauge stainless steel
- Stainless condenser rail screws
- Custom liquid line that connects directly to the stock drier
Fitment
Check which condenser your car has before ordering. Not for cars with dual aux fan.
| Type | How to identify | Models |
|---|---|---|
| Type A | Inlet and outlet grouped in the upper right corner (facing the car with hood open) | 1980–85 300SD, 1984–85 300SE, 1982–83 380SEC, 1981–83 380SEL, 1984–85 500SEL/SEC |
| Type B | Inlet at the lower right rear corner (viewed from the engine bay looking down) | 1985–91 260SE, 1979–85 280S, 1980–85 280SE/SEL, 1985–91 300SE, 1985–93 300SEL, 1985–91 420SE/SEL, 1986–91 500SE/SEL |
For other W126 models, including the 560SEL / 560SEC and 350SD / 350SDL, visually verify which type your car has, or contact us. Cars with dual aux fans must convert to a single aux fan, or use our Maradyne aux fan kit.
What’s included
- Parallel-flow condenser
- Stainless steel mounting brackets
- Condenser hardware kit with stainless rail screws
- Custom liquid line from condenser output to the stock drier
- HNBR o-rings for all connections
- Illustrated installation instructions (PDF)
Installation
No special tools and no cutting or drilling. Contents vary slightly by model and may differ from the photo.
Good to know
- Warranty: 1 year; requires a new receiver drier and expansion valve (TXV) to qualify
- Lead time: built to order, ships in 7–14 days
- Instructions: PDF download in your order receipt
- Doesn’t work with dual aux fan cars, unless you convert to single fan or use our Maradyne Aux Fan Kit
