Vehicle Description
This fine example of a 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280SE was produced during
a short 5-year period from 1967-1972, resulting in a limited amount
of these cars ever produced. The 280 SE is a rear-wheel-drive Paul
Bracq designed saloon (sedan) automobile with a front positioned
engine from Mercedes-Benz. It's powered courtesy of a naturally
aspirated 2.8 liter inline 6-cylinder engine. This unit features
single overhead camshaft valve gear, 6-cylinder layout, and 2
valves per cylinder. It produces 158 whp of power at 5500 rpm, and
maximum torque of 177 lb/ft at 4250 rpm. The engine powers the
wheels by means of a 4-speed manual transmission that is located on
the steering column. It weighs a quoted 1525 kg, and is claimed to
attain a top speed of 118 mph. This particular example comes with a
beautiful "white gray" exterior paint in color code #158 and a
welcoming dark green interior. The bench seats in the front and
rear allow for multiple passengers to ride in the 280SE, which can
hold 6 people comfortably. Sitting behind the steering wheel of
this car is an experience in itself, and the ambiance of the
interior provides a calm and luxurious environment. The green
leather complimented by the woodgrain dash and white steering wheel
creates a majestic feeling when gliding down the road with the
power of the 2.8 liter inline 6-cylinder engine. The proper clunk
of the door when shut, oversized steering wheel, comfortable green
leather seats and simplistic yet elegant dashboard are just a few
of the attributes that makes this classic Mercedes-Benz so sought
after. Once you hear the evident but gentle purr of the 2.8 liter
inline 6-cylinder engine after turning the key, you know you are in
a well-built piece of German engineering that is built to last.
When floating down the road in this 280SE, looking through the
windshield at the prestigious Mercedes-Benz emblem leading the car
can almost feel ambassadorial. There is a certain feeling that
comes with driving a classic Mercedes-Benz that I have yet to find
the words to describe. No matter where you drive this car, the
experience is always remarkable with plenty of people stopping and
looking at your piece of rolling history. Getting a thumbs up or
putting a smile on a pedestrian's face just by driving is a part of
the ownership of such a beautiful car. In a world where it seems as
time is doing the opposite of slowing down, hopping in a 54 year
old piece of history gives the feeling of being back in the late
1960s for you and those who get the privilege of seeing the
Mercedes-Benz 280SE on the road.