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For Sale: 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280SEL in Carmel-by-the-Sea, California

Vehicle Description

When elegance and performance converge - an absolute classic! Acquired in Dec. 2021 from a long-time local owner via a classic car dealer and has been cared for by Classic Coachworks in Monterey ever since (over $6000 of improvements). Located in Carmel-by-the-Sea.

•  Chassis/VIN: 10801912052335  (W108/W109)
•  Color 542 G "Dark Red" – more like a deep plumb (we named her Brown Betty)
•  Interior: Cognac Leather Upholstery – two reparable rips in rear seat (see pic)
•  Interior: Removable padded leather center console armrest
•  Interior: Beautiful real wood trim
•  Fuel-Injected 2.8 liter (2778cc) in-line 6, RWD, 160hp, 180 lb-ft torque
•  Four-Speed Automatic Transmission
•  14” Steel Wheels w/ Painted Covers: New Ironman Tires 195/75R14 92S, Sears spare tire (original?)
•  Four-Wheel Disc Brakes
•  Power Steering
•  Power Windows, Power Locks
•  Air Conditioning - Original Thermo King (see pics), not retrofitted to accept R134
•  Original Becker Radio
•  New battery (wired for easy trickle charger), new tires, drive belts, hoses, regular oil changes
•  Wheelbase 108.3”, Weight 3,570 lbs
•  Clean Title
•  Concours Auto Rally 2006 (Pacific Grove)
•  97,950 Miles Shown

Vehicle Details

  • 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280SEL
  • Listing ID: CC-1872343
  • Price: $17,250 (OBO)
  • Location:Carmel-by-the-Sea, California
  • Year:1970
  • Make:Mercedes-Benz
  • Model:280SEL
  • Exterior Color:Dark Red
  • Interior Color:Cognac
  • Transmission:Automatic
  • Odometer:97950
  • VIN:10801912052335
  • Title Status:Clear
  • Restoration History:Fully Restored
  • Exterior Condition:Excellent
  • Seat Material:Leather
  • Air Conditioning:Yes
  • AM/FM Radio:Yes
  • Bucket Seats:Yes
  • Power Brakes:Yes
  • Power Steering:Yes
  • Power Locks:Yes
  • Power Windows:Yes
  • Fuel Injection:Yes
  • Engine History:Original
  • Engine Condition:Running
  • Drive Train:Rear-wheel drive
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