One of 1,390 examples produced, this W111 Cabriolet is finished in
a beautiful color combination, Midnight Blue (904), with Blue
leather upholstery. Equipped for the U.S. market, factory options
include Electric Window Lifters (236), U.S. Version (491), and
Outside Left Rear View Mirror (503), reflecting a well-specified
example of Mercedes-Benz's hand-built flagship open car.
This 280SE Cabriolet has benefited from a high-quality cosmetic
restoration carried out by a respected local specialist, including
a complete repaint, a full leather interior, and refinished wood
trim on the dash. The Midnight Blue paintwork is instunning
condition, complemented by excellent gaps and panel fit. Exterior
highlights include stacked headlamps, twin exhaust, a Blue soft top
and boot cover, and brightwork throughout. The Blue leather
interior has been reupholstered, including the front and rear
seats, door panels, rear panels, German carpeting, headliner, soft
top, and boot cover. Amenities include power windows, Behr air
conditioning, and a Becker Europa AM/FM radio with power antenna.
The VDO instrumentation has been detailed, cleaned, and serviced,
featuring a 7,000-rpm tachometer, a 140-mph speedometer, a fuel
gauge, a water temperature gauge, and an oil pressure gauge. The
14" x 7" Mercedes-Benz Classic Bundt Design Alloy Rims are mounted
to Hankook Kinergy ST 205/70 R14 tires (date code 2025).
Powered by a 2.8-liter M130 inline-six cylinder engine with Bosch
mechanical fuel injection, paired with a four-speed automatic
transmission that drives the rear wheels with a hydraulic disc/drum
brake system. Mechanical care was entrusted to German Motorcar
Service in Santa Monica, California, for the past three decades,
and European Collectibles has recently serviced it. This 280SE
Cabriolet represents a rare opportunity to acquire a beautifully
restored, well-maintained W111 in a very desirable color
combination, well sorted and ready to enjoy.
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