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1973 Mercedes-Benz 280 SE (W116)
Highlights
- Bought new by owner's grandfather
- Original sales invoice present
- 4 speed manual
- Recently recommissioned
- An opportunity to preserve or improve
- Sold with its original body-coloured hubcaps
The Appeal
The vendor of this Mercedes recalls the day of this car’s delivery in July 1973, when his grandfather took possession of the car he had ordered in March of that year. It has remained in the family ever since, being used to tour Europe, and was stored off the road from 2002 until the vendor had the car recommissioned for use at a cost of €7,255.
This an example of Mercedes’ executive W116 model appears to be in remarkably good condition and with a fairly low 219 000km from new. It is from an era when Mercedes of this calibre were over-engineered and able to clock up vast mileages without complaint.
The next owner will be able to decide whether to preserve this car’s patina, built up over years of careful use, or to embark on a thorough restoration to bring it back to its original condition.
The History and Paperwork
- Single family ownership from new
- First registered July 1973
- Taken off the road in 2002
- Original bill of sale for Fr. 62,265 from Mercedes-Benz Lyon
- Maintained by Salta Mercedes, Lyon
- Extensive Mercedes service history until 1984
- €7,255 recommissioning service carried out in 2021
- Original Certificat d’Immatriculation
- FFVE certificate obtained (for registering as a historic vehicle in France)
The Interior
- Original interior (MB Tex 165)
- The interior has been professionally cleaned and checked to ensure nothing is loose
- Beige upholstery in remarkably good condition
- Dashboard clean and presentable
- Gauges and switches said to function as they should
- Door cards generally good - one minor tear in corner of driver’s door
- Full size spare wheel
- Original jack
- Headlining clean and secure
The Exterior
- Metallic blue paintwork generally good (Metal Blue 387)
- Recently polished
- Age related scratches and blemishes
- Small piece of the rear wing side moulding missing
- Small chip in passenger area of windscreen
- Hole in driver's side taillight
- Alloy wheels in presentable condition (body-coloured hubcaps are present, visible in gallery)
- Tyres will need to be replaced
- No damage reported underneath
- Some minor corrosion towards the rear
- Light lenses clear and bright
The Mechanics
- A full mechanical service was carried out in 2021
- The vendor states that this included the following:
- Disassembly and reassembly of the injectors, replacement of seals
- Engine oil change
- Gearbox oil change
- Replacement of filters and spark plugs
- Fuel tank replacement
- Replaced exhaust silencer
- Replacement of rear bearings
- Rear brake adjustment
- Wiring harness repair
- The car is said to start and drive as it should do, changing gear and braking without fault
- There are no reported leaks or smoke
Summary
This is an excellent opportunity to acquire a Mercedes 280 SE with an interesting history and in good condition. Its recommissioning service means that it is ready to be enjoyed as it is, or its next owner may wish to carry out a more thorough restoration.
These luxury Mercedes are now very sought after and appreciated as fine examples of Mercedes-Benz build quality.
Notice to bidders
Notice to bidders
This item is sold on an ‘As is Where is’ basis. The condition of this item is the opinion of the seller and may differ from your own opinion. Photos and listing descriptions are for guidance purposes only*.** Car & Classic do not warrant listing accuracy. Full inspection is recommended. Viewings are at the seller’s discretion. Buyer is responsible for delivery and collection of any item purchased.*
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Vehicle specification
- Year 1973
- Make Mercedes
- Model 280 SE W116
- Colour Blue
- Odometer 219,000 Kilometres
- Engine size 2746
Listing Details
- Seller type Private
- Town Lyon
- Location International
- Country France
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