Body Type: Sedan
105,906 Miles
Year: 1972
Engine Size: 4.5L
Trans: Automatic
Fuel Type: Gas
Ext color: Black
Int color: Red
• 1972 Mercedes-Benz 280SEL 4.5 Sedan
• Last Year for the Coveted W108 Body!
• Just Three Owners from New!
• One of Just 8,173 Produced Over All Years!
• Only 105,906 Original Miles!
• Top of the Line Model!
• Spectacular Condition!
• Breathtaking Jet Black Exterior!
• Fresh Glass Out, Trim Off Repaint!
• Powdery and Supple Mulberry Full Leather Interior!
• New Leather Seats, Front and Rear!
• Replated Chrome Bumpers!
• Fitted with Every Conceivable Option!
• Sunroof
• Power Windows
• Functioning Becker Radio
• Full Leather Interior
• Classic Hubcap Wheels
• Power Steering
• A/C
• New Tires!
• Many Service Records Including a Fresh Full Service!
• All New Calipers, Rotors, Pads, and Much More!
• All Manuals, Brochures, Warranty Books, Service Books, Keys,
Tools, Spare Tire, Warranty Plate, etc!
• The Best Condition, Most Desirable Colored, and Correct Example
to Be Found ANYWHERE!
• Incredible Investment Potential!
beautiful 1972 Mercedes-Benz 280SEL 4.5, which was exquisitely
colored in Jet Black over a powdery, supple, and brand new Mulberry
Full Leather Interior! Being one of 8,173 produced world-wide in
over the entire production period and the only one we have ever
come across in Jet Black with a Mulberry Full Leather interior, it
is our opinion that this is the most beautifully ordered example
possible! The stunning and timeless colors are both period correct
and still fashionable today!
What makes this vehicle truly worth owning is the level of detail
and hand assembled craftsmanship that is present in no automobile
currently produced. This magnificent motorcar was produced in an
era when owning a Mercedes-Benz meant something significant. There
was no such thing as a $299 a month lease on a new C-Class;
ownership was reserved for just a select few. With the factory
window sticker showing an MSRP of over $11,000! To put that in
perspective, that is almost twice as expensive as a 1972 Cadillac
Deville! It combined the road holding ability of a sports car, set
and is still the standards for opulence and comfort. This was a
vehicle for the most discerning individual to whom sacrificing any
virtue of the vehicle for the sake of another was unacceptable.
This particular example has been ordered with every option
available; fitted with Sunroof, Power Windows, Power Brakes, Air
Conditioning, Full Leather Interior, Classic Hubcap Wheels, Becker
Radio, and Much More! We are proud to offer what we believe to be
the finest examples of the coveted W108 Body Mercedes available
today; this is an opportunity of a lifetime to own the best!
Making this example even more collectable is the history and
documentation accompanying it. Purchased by the original owner on
September 27, 1972 from Kumpf Motor Imports INC. in Denver,
Colorado this magnificent motorcar has since been meticulously
maintained and driven very sparingly. All owners have followed the
original's loving care by servicing, oil changing it yearly
regardless of mileage, and much more! The vehicle was maintained
for decades by Mercedes before transitioning to an independent
mechanic and has 8 service stamps in the factory maintenance book!
This vehicle comes complete with: Original Delivery Inspection
Paperwork, Owner's Service and Warranty Policy Book, Original
Owner's Temporary Registration Card, Warranty Plate, Maintenance
Book, Parts Catalogue, Seat Belt Operating Instructions Manual,
Consumer Information Manual, "Read Before Driving" Manual, Becker
Radio Manual, Becker Radio Serial Number Card, Becker Radio
Warranty Papers, Wiring Diagram, Keys, Original and Unused Spare
Tire, Tool Kit, and MUCH MORE! This is arguably the most complete
and best documented 280SEL on the market today and easily the most
desirably ordered! Further, the vehicle just underwent a massive
service where it received a complete brake system refresh/rebuild
(new calipers, rotors, pads, brake lines, fluid flush, and more),
an oil/filter change, coolant flush, spark plugs, air filter, and
needs nothing to be enjoyed today! Further, it has received a
cosmetic restoration over the last three years and has had zero
miles put on it since. The vehicle had a gorgeous repaint where all
glass, trim, and bumpers were removed, then the chrome bumpers were
rechromed, after which the seats were reupholstered in leather, and
then had a complete brake system refresh along with many other
service procedures to make this vehicle ready to be enjoyed today.
The cost of the restoration work nears the value of the vehicle and
was truly a labor of love. Offered for the true collector,
investor, or enthusiast who understands and appreciates the
investment potential of this extremely rare, well documented, top
of the line, and fantastic condition Mercedes-Benz 280SEL! Bid with
confidence-you will not be disappointed in this truly amazing
motorcar!
