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Auction archive: Lot number 153

1969 Mercedes-Benz 280SE Cabriolet Chassis no. 111025.12.003368 Engine no. 130980.12.025655

Estimate
US$160,000 - US$190,000
Price realised:
US$138,880
Auction archive: Lot number 153

1969 Mercedes-Benz 280SE Cabriolet Chassis no. 111025.12.003368 Engine no. 130980.12.025655

Estimate
US$160,000 - US$190,000
Price realised:
US$138,880
Beschreibung:

2,778cc SOHC Inline 6-Cylinder Engine Bosch Mechanical Fuel Injection 160bhp at 5,500rpm 4-Speed Automatic Transmission 4-Wheel Independent Suspension 4-Wheel Disc Brakes *Recipient of a two-year, rotisserie restoration *Presented in the as-delivered factory color combination *Equipped with Behr air conditioning and Becker Grand Prix radio *Offered with copy of Mercedes-Benz built sheet, books and tools THE MERCEDES-BENZ 280SE Publicly displayed for the first time at the Frankfurt Auto Show in 1967, Mercedes-Benz's fifteen 'New Generation' models went on sale the following January. But although the fuel-injected 280SE saloon shared its bodywork with the 'New Generation' 280S, the 280SE Coupe and Cabriolet retained the elegant looks of the outgoing 250SE that had debuted back in 1959 on the 220SE; the 2,778cc overhead-camshaft six-cylinder Type M130 engine though, was all new. In fuel-injected 'SE' form the M130 produced 160bhp at 5,500rpm, an output sufficient to propel the manual transmission model to 118mph, with the automatic not far behind. Just as important in an age when automobile induced atmospheric pollution was becoming a hot political issue, was the fact that the M130 brought with it improved fuel economy and more efficient control of emissions. Production of the 280SE Coupe and Cabriolet totaled a little over 5,000 units between 1968 and 1972 when production ceased. Today, these timelessly elegant Grand Tourers are keenly sought after by connoisseurs of fine automobiles. THE MOTORCAR OFFERED This lovely example of the timeless W111 Mercedes-Benz 280SE Cabriolet was completed at the Stuttgart-based Mercedes-Benz factory much as it appears today in the elegant Sand Beige over Brown leather. During the 4-year production run only 1,390 of these open 280SEs were produced, making this a relatively rare sight on the road. Delivered new to the US, this 280SE was handsomely options with a Becker Grand Prix radio, automatic antenna, armrests, white wall radial tires (with a matching spare), a driver's side rear view mirror and more. This elegant 280SE cabriolet was the subject of a documented two-year, rotisserie restoration done to concours standards. The restoration proved its mettle with a First in Class at a Mercedes-Benz concours. The luxurious Mercedes-Benz is neatly fitted with color-coded hubcaps and gorgeous period colors. The period-correct Becker Grand Prix radio listed on the data card still adorns the dashboard area, and the correct Behr air conditioning system rounds out the opulent interior appointments. The open Cabriolet design looks fantastic from every angle, and the car exhibits a level of class that can be compared to few other cars of the era. With an automatic transmission, power windows and air conditioning, the car retains some very desirable options. Offered with original Mercedes-Benz' factory tool kit, books and a copy of the factory build sheet, this stylish 280SE Cabriolet is perfect to be used on Sunday drives. Although the correct type and class in sequence, the engine is not the original unit. The high build quality of these fine automobiles makes them very reliable and user friendly, and one could actually imagine using a car of this quality as a daily driver. Classic, elegant and of very high quality, this Mercedes-Benz would be a great fit in any collection.

Auction archive: Lot number 153
Auction:
Datum:
8 Mar 2018
Auction house:
Bonhams London
Fernandina Beach Golf Club Fernandina Beach Golf Club 3990 Amelia Island Parkway Fernandina Beach FL 32034 Tel: +1 212 461 6514 Fax : +1 212 644 9007 motors.us@bonhams.com
Beschreibung:

2,778cc SOHC Inline 6-Cylinder Engine Bosch Mechanical Fuel Injection 160bhp at 5,500rpm 4-Speed Automatic Transmission 4-Wheel Independent Suspension 4-Wheel Disc Brakes *Recipient of a two-year, rotisserie restoration *Presented in the as-delivered factory color combination *Equipped with Behr air conditioning and Becker Grand Prix radio *Offered with copy of Mercedes-Benz built sheet, books and tools THE MERCEDES-BENZ 280SE Publicly displayed for the first time at the Frankfurt Auto Show in 1967, Mercedes-Benz's fifteen 'New Generation' models went on sale the following January. But although the fuel-injected 280SE saloon shared its bodywork with the 'New Generation' 280S, the 280SE Coupe and Cabriolet retained the elegant looks of the outgoing 250SE that had debuted back in 1959 on the 220SE; the 2,778cc overhead-camshaft six-cylinder Type M130 engine though, was all new. In fuel-injected 'SE' form the M130 produced 160bhp at 5,500rpm, an output sufficient to propel the manual transmission model to 118mph, with the automatic not far behind. Just as important in an age when automobile induced atmospheric pollution was becoming a hot political issue, was the fact that the M130 brought with it improved fuel economy and more efficient control of emissions. Production of the 280SE Coupe and Cabriolet totaled a little over 5,000 units between 1968 and 1972 when production ceased. Today, these timelessly elegant Grand Tourers are keenly sought after by connoisseurs of fine automobiles. THE MOTORCAR OFFERED This lovely example of the timeless W111 Mercedes-Benz 280SE Cabriolet was completed at the Stuttgart-based Mercedes-Benz factory much as it appears today in the elegant Sand Beige over Brown leather. During the 4-year production run only 1,390 of these open 280SEs were produced, making this a relatively rare sight on the road. Delivered new to the US, this 280SE was handsomely options with a Becker Grand Prix radio, automatic antenna, armrests, white wall radial tires (with a matching spare), a driver's side rear view mirror and more. This elegant 280SE cabriolet was the subject of a documented two-year, rotisserie restoration done to concours standards. The restoration proved its mettle with a First in Class at a Mercedes-Benz concours. The luxurious Mercedes-Benz is neatly fitted with color-coded hubcaps and gorgeous period colors. The period-correct Becker Grand Prix radio listed on the data card still adorns the dashboard area, and the correct Behr air conditioning system rounds out the opulent interior appointments. The open Cabriolet design looks fantastic from every angle, and the car exhibits a level of class that can be compared to few other cars of the era. With an automatic transmission, power windows and air conditioning, the car retains some very desirable options. Offered with original Mercedes-Benz' factory tool kit, books and a copy of the factory build sheet, this stylish 280SE Cabriolet is perfect to be used on Sunday drives. Although the correct type and class in sequence, the engine is not the original unit. The high build quality of these fine automobiles makes them very reliable and user friendly, and one could actually imagine using a car of this quality as a daily driver. Classic, elegant and of very high quality, this Mercedes-Benz would be a great fit in any collection.

Auction archive: Lot number 153
Auction:
Datum:
8 Mar 2018
Auction house:
Bonhams London
Fernandina Beach Golf Club Fernandina Beach Golf Club 3990 Amelia Island Parkway Fernandina Beach FL 32034 Tel: +1 212 461 6514 Fax : +1 212 644 9007 motors.us@bonhams.com
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