1971 Mercedes-Benz 280 SE 3.5 Cabriolet
Chassis No. 111.027.12.002151
Engine No. 116.980.12.001878
Paint: 396 - Medium Blue Metallic
Upholstery: 245 - Blue Leather and Carpeting
The Pinnacle Model for Mercedes-Benz in 1971
One-Year Production for the U.S. with Just 802 Examples
Imported
Powered by its Desirable 3.5-liter V-8 Numbers-Matching Engine
Presented in Original Factory Color Combination
Includes Mercedes-Benz Data-Card and Benefits from Recent Servicing
and Detailing
Offered with Books / Manuals, Weather Equipment, Spare Assembly,
Tool Roll & Emergency Equipment
For the buyers who were in the market for a convertible in 1971,
there was no finer choice in the world than the 280 SE 3.5
cabriolet. It was the fastest, most lavish, and most expensive
convertible offered by Mercedes-Benz - arguably the finest
automobile manufacturer in the world at the time. In addition to
the mechanically advanced and uprated V8 engine, inside the car,
passengers are treated to the level of understated elegance that
one would expect in a car of this caliber. Burled walnut dashboards
and sumptuous leather seating ensured that the passengers not only
drove in style, but in utmost comfort. Nineteen seventy-one was the
only year that this model was imported into the U.S., with just 802
reported entering the U.S. Mercedes would not build another
four-place convertible for over 20 years.
Offered here is a U.S.-delivery 3.5L, column-shifted automatic in
cabriolet form. 002151 was completed in July of 1970 wearing Medium
Blue Metallic paint with Dark Blue top, over Blue leather
appointments and carpeting. A copy of the vehicle's original
Mercedes-Benz DataCard confirms this 280SE was additionally
equipped with the following options:
401 - SINGLE SEATS
461 - INSTRUMENT WITH MILEAGE READING AND ENGLISH LETTERING
491 - U.S. VERSION
503 - OUTSIDE REAR VIEW MIRROR, ON THE LEFT
513 - BECKER RADIO EUROPA (STEREO - U.S.A.)
528 - PAINTCOAT PRESERVATION AND PAINT KIT
531 - AUTOMATIC ANTENNA
570 - FOLDING ARMREST FRONT W202/210 STOWAGE BOX FRONT WITH
ARMREST
586 - BEHR AIR CONDITIONER, AND ELECTRIC WINDOW LIFTERS (FRONT AND
REAR DOORS)
595 - HEAT-INSULATING GLASS ALL-AROUND - DARK BAND ON
WINDSCREEN
669 - (666 + 667) 10 LITERS OF FUEL AND MODE OF PACKING VE II
744 - FOLDING TOP FABRIC - 5010 DARK BLUE
818 - UNKNOWN
Within the last decade, the Low-Grill Cabriolet has received a
number of cosmetic and mechanical services, freshening and
restorative work. Overall, the car presents quite well with very
nice finishes, excellent panel fit and impressive road manners. The
luxurious cabin features cold air conditioning, power windows and
radio, complemented by custom Coco mats across the interior and
trunk - paired to a matching top boot cover for open motoring. The
leather seating was reupholstered in 2008 and wood refinished by
Madera Concepts in 2014, while correct Medium Blue Metallic paint
was applied in years past. A set of top latch handles in slip case
reside in the glove compartment. All lights, gauges and safety
equipment operate as they should, including new � inch Maxxis
whitewall tires, wiper blades and Mercedes-Benz battery. The
current mileage of 36,000 is believed to be original. Driving this
incredibly plush and contemporary car will truly spoil your classic
car outlook.
The undercarriage appears very solid, with spot welds visible
throughout the vehicle and structural integrity. Both engine and
luggage compartments display correct and bright finishes, along
with decals, plaques and tags. The Mercedes' original engine
116.980.12.001878 remains in place, as does its 111.027.12.002151
fender / chassis stamping. The rear trunk contains a correct vinyl
mat, car cover in custom bag, original tool roll, spare assembly
and emergency accessories.
An accompanying file contains the aforementioned DataCard, along
with owner's manuals, booklets, air conditioning operations manual
and publications on the model. 280 SE 3.5 Cabriolets are among the
finest hand-built motorcars of the Mercedes-Benz linage, and a
lasting benchmark for high performance grand touring vehicles. For
those collectors and enthusiast who demand a high degree of
usability, outstanding design and manufacturing excellence, we
strongly recommend close attention to this example. Now available
for worldwide purchase and delivery from our Houston, Texas
showroom.
Contact one of our sales associates today for competitive
pricing!
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department at (281) 497-1000 or
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