HIGHLIGHTS:
SPECTACULAR CONDITION
CALIFORNIA CAR FROM NEW
JUST RELEASED FROM A PROMINENT COLLECTION
PREVIOUSLY OWNED BY A BEVERLY HILLS FILM PRODUCER
RARE AND DESIRABLE W111 280 SE CABRIOLET
ONE OF ONLY 1,390 BUILT
METICULOUSLY MAINTAINED FROM NEW
STUNNING FACTORY COLOR COMBINATION
HIGHLY DESIRABLE FACTORY FLOOR SHIFT AUTOMATIC
DOCUMENTATION INCLUDES ORIGINAL BOOKS, TOOLS, SERVICE RECORDS, AND DATA CARD
DRIVES AND PERFORMS AS NEW
SIMPLY ONE OF THE BEST EXAMPLES ON THE MARKET TODAY!
A COLLECTOR’S DREAM!
OPTIONS INCLUDE:
2.8L INLINE-6
FOUR-SPEED AUTOMATIC W/FLOOR SHIFT
FULL LEATHER INTERIOR
ZEBRANO WOOD TRIM
POWER STEERING
POWER BRAKES
POWER WINDOWS
AIR CONDITIONING (RARE)
BECKER 'GRAND PRIX' RADIO
A high-end derivative of the 220 Sedan, the 280 SE was introduced in 1959 featuring its timeless styling and incredible build quality. The basic design and chassis — internally designated W111 — endured for more than a decade. Over its lifetime, the car could be had with one of five single-overhead cam engines: four six-cylinder motors along with a 3.5 Liter V8. Each update brought more horsepower and torque, improving drivability and the feeling of luxury. With its combination of classic styling and exceptional luxury, the 280 SE proved irresistible to critics then and now.
A full leather interior with accommodations for four along with a fully lined top meant the 280 SE Cabriolets could easily be driven in any weather conditions. A fully independent suspension and four-wheel disc brakes were standard, further increasing comfort and safety. Due to their complexity, only 13 cars were finished per week on average. For example, each top required roughly sixteen hours of work apiece, with the robust metal framework being entirely concealed from view by a full interior headliner. In total, Mercedes-Benz produced just 1,390 examples of the 280 SE cabriolet between 1969 and 1971. As one of the marque’s last hand-built models, 280 SEs are highly vaunted by collectors and enthusiasts alike.
The incredible 1969 Mercedes-Benz 280 SE Cabriolet featured here is finished in stunning Dark Red Metallic over a Black leather interior with a matching folding convertible top. Like most 280 SE cabriolets, this Mercedes features an extensive array of amenities including Zebrano wood trim, floor-shifted automatic, air conditioning, and Becker Grand Prix radio. This spectacular investment-grade Mercedes-Benz was previously owned by a prominent film producer in Beverly Hills and has just been released from a high-end collection. Meticulously maintained it to the highest standards, this Mercedes is now ready for its next caretaker. We are proud to offer this incredible 1969 280 SE Cabriolet to the most demanding collector, investor, or enthusiast who understands and appreciates the investment potential of this great German classic!
