1971 Mercedes-Benz 280SE 3.5 Automatic Coupe W111 finished in Blue Metallic over Parchment Leather.
Fully Restored
This exceptional W111 coupe represents one of the most desirable classic Mercedes-Benz models ever produced.
This 1971 Mercedes-Benz 280SE 3.5 Coupe is one of approximately 3270 examples built between 1969 and 1971 and is powered by the highly regarded 3.5-liter M116 V8 paired with a four-speed automatic transmission. Finished in its beautiful Blue Metallic color with a refined Parchment Leather interior this 280SE 3.5 delivers the perfect blend of hand-built Mercedes-Benz luxury elegant pillarless coupe styling and classic V8 grand touring performance.
The exterior features the iconic W111 coupe body with wraparound rear glass chrome bumpers front vent windows US-specification headlights low-style grille and 14-inch steel wheels with bright-finished covers and color-matched centers. The cabin is equally elegant featuring individual front seats rear bench seating blue carpeting wood trim on the dash and pillars power windows three-point seat belts dashboard clock AM/FM stereo air conditioning Becker radio equipment automatic antenna and electrically heated rear window.
Recent service and preparation include replacement parchment leather seat covers replacement tires re-webbed seat belts replaced valve cover gaskets air conditioning compressor and receiver/dryer replacement and automatic transmission service. The five-digit odometer shows approximately 80000 miles.
The 3.5-liter Bosch fuel-injected M116 V8 was factory rated at 200 horsepower and 211 lb-ft of torque delivering smooth and confident power through the four-speed automatic transmission. This W111 280SE 3.5 Coupe is a highly collectible classic Mercedes-Benz combining timeless design limited production V8 performance and elegant hand-built craftsmanship.
Highlights:
1971 Mercedes-Benz 280SE 3.5 Automatic Coupe
W111 chassis classic Mercedes-Benz coupe
Blue Metallic exterior
Parchment Leather interior
3.5-liter M116 V8 engine
Four-speed automatic transmission
Power windows
Air conditioning
Becker radio
Automatic antenna
Electrically heated rear window
US-specification example
Low-style grille
Chrome bumpers
14-inch steel wheels with color-matched covers
Recent leather seat covers
Recent tires
Recent air conditioning service
Recent transmission service
Recent valve cover gaskets
