1969 MERCEDES-BENZ (W111) 280 SE CABRIOLET

KEY FACTS

• A particularly elegant classic convertible, which has been fully restored and is offered from cherished 22-year ownership.
• It is powered by the 2.8-litre ‘M130’ straight-six, producing around 160bhp, coupled to the desirable four-speed floor-shift manual transmission.
• The car has covered only 5,500 km since the cosmetic and mechanical restoration and has received regular servicing.

EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES

• This 280 SE is finished in dark blue (code 904) paintwork, over sumptuous tan leather upholstery and with tinted window glass.
• Its cabin is equipped with dark walnut veneer inlays, a Becker Grand Prix stereo and a contrast colour steering wheel and gear knob in white.
• The vehicle will be accompanied by around 450 images of the restoration process, a selection of which are shown in the gallery.

CONDITION

• There is no known bodywork damage. As can be seen in the extensive photo set, the body was stripped, refurbished and repainted as part of the restoration.
• Its resprayed paintwork is in superb condition and is well documented in the gallery below.
• The re-trimmed tan leather upholstery has the correct perforated centre fluted sections, and it shows only very slight wrinkles from use. Overall, it still looks outstanding. The rest of the interior trims and wood inlays are all in great shape.
• No electrical issues have been detected.

SERVICE HISTORY

• Its most recent service was in March 2021 at 95,800 km, with the vendor noting that two prior services have been performed over the last 5,000 km.
• The car has covered around 5,500 km since its last drive belt replacement.
• As part of the restoration, the engine was also refurbished, and fitted with new drive belts and consumables.

SUMMARY

This Mercedes-Benz (W111) 280 SE Cabriolet is a comprehensively restored example of one of the most stylish 1960s classics, offering a refined and sophisticated driving experience, and finished in a particularly handsome colours scheme. Presented in excellent order, this 280 SE would be a fine addition to any collection, and it is ready to be enjoyed on special occasions or for top-down weekend cruising.

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