Mercedes-Benz perfected the German luxury car recipe with the S-Class, a model that’s been around since 1954, and gained the ‘S’ moniker in 1972, with the W116 being the first to carry this hallowed letter. The preceding three generations weren’t explicitly badged ‘S’, but that doesn’t mean they didn’t have the pedigree, in fact, they laid the groundwork for a formula that has served Mercedes-Benz superbly to this date. What we’ve got here is a 1971 Mercedes-Benz 280SE from New York with a healthy 107,000 miles behind it, which is reportedly an all-original car except for the tires, brakes, and windshield. Two keys are included in the sale, as are books and manuals.
Wearing lines penned by Paul Bracq and Friedrich Geiger, the W108/109 model designation, to which this 1971 Mercedes-Benz 280SE belongs, ran from 1965 to 1972. This example wears a lovely dark green exterior and rolls on beautiful period Mercedes-Benz rims with the center caps proudly displaying the ‘Star’. All chrome work and badges are present and correct, and the twin exhaust pipes at the rear add a hint of sportiness to this comfort cruiser. All in, this car carries an air of majesty that will turn heads wherever you go. A new windshield was installed in 2021. The interior features a brown color scheme that is a great complement to the green exterior, and it looks in great condition too. This example has power windows, air conditioning, and the original Becker radio which reportedly still works! The driver grips the signature Mercedes-Benz thin-rimmed steering wheel with a chrome horn ring, although it’s said that the horn needs to be reconnected. You’ve also got a heater, rear armrest, and the original toolkit is included in the boot, with the spare wheel.
The W108/W109 series came with several in-line six and V8 engines on offer, which were carbureted, or fuel injected and sent to drive the rear wheels via manual or automatic transmissions. This 1971 Mercedes-Benz 280SE is powered by a 2.8L M130 in-line six-cylinder engine featuring mechanical Bosch fuel injection, that sends 158hp and 177lb-ft to the rear wheels via a four-speed automatic gearbox. These cars were quite sprightly for their time and weight, reaching sixty from rest in under 11 seconds and going on to nearly 120mph when new. Suspension is via coil springs and shock absorbers all around. Braking is via discs on all wheels.
Car Location: New York 1971 Mercedes-Benz 280SE Sedan 107,000 original miles reported Seller reports the car is all original except for the tires and brakes New windshield installed in 2021 Green exterior Brown interior 2.8L 6 cylinder engine Automatic transmission Power windows 2 keys included Original radio still works reported Seller reports the horn needs to be reconnected
How does one define a classic car? Does a car's age make it a classic? Maybe it's the rarity factor? There are many ways to classify a classic car, but only a very few are recognized by all as a bonafide icon. The car we have today takes away that burning question and is a classic in every right. Present today is this lovely 1972 Mercedes-Benz 280SE. This luxury cruiser and German classic has a reported 11,000 miles on the clock and is the perfect way to spruce up your collection or savor a weekend drive in all its glory.
The Mercedes-Benz W108 series of 1965 to 1972 is part of the hallowed S-Class lineage. Intended as the Stuttgart automaker's pinnacle offerings of the time, these four-door sedans were widely acclaimed, and over 380,000 were made during their production run. This example, a 1971 Mercedes-Benz 280 SE, is a four-door sedan with a mere 20,500 miles on the clock and has received some refreshment work to keep it in superb condition. If you'd like to see what Mercedes-Benz motoring of the Sixties and Seventies was like, this is a worthy classic car to purchase as a first-time classic or another addition to a discerning collection.
Mercedes-Benz perfected the German luxury car recipe with the S-Class, a model that’s been around since 1954, and gained the ‘S’ moniker in 1972, with the W116 being the first to carry this hallowed letter. The preceding three generations weren’t explicitly badged ‘S’, but that doesn’t mean they didn’t have the pedigree, in fact, they laid the groundwork for a formula that has served Mercedes-Benz superbly to this date. What we’ve got here is a 1971 Mercedes-Benz 280SE from New York with a healthy 107,000 miles behind it, which is reportedly an all-original car except for the tires, brakes, and windshield. Two keys are included in the sale, as are books and manuals.
Are you a buyer who seeks a Mercedes-Benz full-size luxury sedan, but with sporty liftback styling and an electric powertrain? That’s not what the S-Class can offer, is it. Yes, it isn’t but Mercedes-Benz has got the EQS range to precisely cater to that brief. Yes, there are buyers who want a sedan with sporty styling, top-level luxury and electric motors driving the wheels. Introduced in 2022, the EQS comes in several forms, with this 2023 Mercedes-Benz EQS 580 representing the most potent one available without needing to venture into AMG territory. It’s got all-wheel drive, 516 horsepower. If you’d like to take it on, the vehicle is available in San Carlos, California.
This 2017 Mercedes-Benz S 550 Cabriolet is a highly optioned flagship convertible that combines the effortless performance of its Biturbo V8 with one of the most luxurious cabin experiences Mercedes offered at the time. With an original sticker nearing $152K, it brings together premium designo materials, top-tier driver assistance tech, & sport-oriented enhancements that elevate both comfort & driving engagement. The extensive option loadout makes this example stand out even among S-Class cabriolets.
Mercedes-Benz has done some truly interesting cars over their long and illustrious history. Today, we shall be discussing their SLK or Sport Light Short in German, as we’ve got a 2002 Mercedes-Benz SLK320 for sale today. It’s from the first generation of the SLK which was made between 1995 and 2004. The R170, which is what this era is known as, saw over 311,000 examples sold, of which just over 10% were SLK320 variants like our subject car. With its smooth six cylinder engine and low mileage of just over 20,000 miles, this Morgan Hill-based car is the perfect weekend cruiser to acquire, and will definitely become a future classic very soon. Oh, and it’s got a folding metal roof!
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