1974 Mercedes-Benz 280
Chassis No. 114060-12-106939
Engine No. M110-921-12-025481
A Remarkably Original & Well-Preserved W114
45 Years of Single-Family Ownership, New - 2019
Complete Numbers-Matching Throughout
Accompanied by Original Mercedes-Benz MSO & DataCard
Retains Factory Paint, Trim, Upholstery & Much More!
With Original Books, Keys, Tools & Emergency Equipment
Sunroof, Air-Conditioning, Becker Radio & More...
Completed in March of 1974, 114060-12-106939 was finished in Deep
Blue (920) paint over Parchment (165) MB-Tex upholstery, along with
a host of factory options and equipment. According to a very rare
original Manufacturer's Statement of Origin on file, the 280 was
purchased new on March 19, 1974 by Edgar R. Berner - an avid
entrepreneur, executive, chairman and director of several major
entities, including General Motors. The 280 would remain under the
Berner's stewardship until March 2019, while remaining
astonishingly original, well-kept and preserved to its current
display. Today, with just over 52,000 recorded miles, this
particular 280 is without doubt the finest example we have ever
seen.
The original Mercedes-Benz DataCard affixed to the interior of the
Maintenance Booklet verifies the following optional equipment:
286 - Luggage Nets on Front Seat Backrests
401 - Single Seats
410 - Electric Sliding Sunroof
426 - Automatic Transmission, Floor Shift & Power Steering
466 - Central Locking System
491 - US Version
519 - Radio, Becker Grand Prix, USA
531 - Automatic Antenna
570 - Folding Armrest, Front
580 - Air Conditioning
593 - Heat-Insulating, Tinted Glass
631 - First-Aid Box
669 - Mode of Packing
Paint meter readings throughout all surfaces of the vehicle appear
confirm factory paintwork, complemented by original upholstery,
trim, lenses, brightwork, rubber seals and all etched glass. The
undercarriage and hidden cavities were given a Ziebart coating when
new, with an accompanying decal affixed to the rear window. In
addition to the aforementioned noted original items, exterior
complements include Marchal headlights, Hella fog lamps, painted
14" Fuchs Bundt wheels with Michelin MXV tires, US standard bumpers
and reflectors. The cabin displays bright and supple original
upholstery throughout the interior, including the loop carpeting,
headliner, crack-free dash, plastic and Zebrano woodwork. Even the
central ashtray is immaculate and untouched. It's apparent the
Mercedes has spent the majority of its life in garage protection.
Power amenities are abundant, such as air conditioning, electric
sliding sunroof, central locking system, Becker Grand Prix radio
with a glovebox mounted cassette deck and automatic antenna.
The front and rear compartments present equally as well with
original platings and finishes. The original numbers-matching
2.8-liter inline-six upfront mats to a four-speed, floor-shifted
automatic transmission. All original decals, plaques and date
stampings remain affixed, as they do in the door jambs and luggage
compartment. Much of the auxiliary components are original and the
replaced consumable items are authentic Mercedes-Benz equipment,
such as the battery, hoses and the hood liner/insulator. A fluid
flush and general inspection was performed in early 2019, along
with follow-up care commissioned in Spring 2020. Engine compression
reads: 150, 140, 145, 140, 150, 145 psi. A very tidy and
corrosion-free undercarriage leads to the preserved trunk,
containing original grey rubber mats, interior fender liners,
matching spare tire assembly, tool roll, jack and emergency
accessories.
106939 is complete with original books and Becker warranty card in
vinyl folio, original sets of keys, M-B touch-up paint stick, MSO
and DataCard.
We at DS have been smitten by this charming and truly one of a kind
W114 and encourage serious consideration from collectors and
enthusiast. Ready for immediate driven enjoyment or concours
display, this exceptional Mercedes-Benz 280 is now available for
worldwide purchase and delivery from our Houston, Texas
showroom.
$29,500.00
To learn more about this vehicle, please contact our sales
department at (281) 497-1000 or
[email protected]
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