Mercedes Benz 250 SE W111 Coupé (1968)

Kickdown Check

• On-site kickdown assessment completed
• 118 photos
• Video including test drive
• Classic Data appraisal from 2023 available, with a grade of 2 and a market value of approx. 58,000 EUR
• Restored vehicle: The engine has been overhauled and the vehicle has been completely repainted

Facts & Specifications

• Year of manufacture: 1968
• First registration: Netherlands
• Engine: 2.5-liter M129 engine with approx. 150 PS
• Transmission: Automatic transmission with steering wheel shifters (original)
• Exterior color: Gold Metallic
• Interior: Cognac leather
• TÜV valid until 07/2027; H-license plate
• Features:
• Dual headlights with separate turn signals and fog lights
• Sunroof
• Chrome bumpers
• Elaborate burl wood veneer (dashboard, center console, door panels)
• White sport steering wheel with padded center hub
• VDO clock in the center console
• Becker car radio with preset buttons (currently not functional)
• Chrome air vents and door handles
• Headrests on the front seats
• The following modifications were made:
• Complete repaint
• Engine overhauled approximately 3 years ago

Condition

Exterior

• The exterior color of the Mercedes 250SE Coupé is Gold Metallic
• The paint and body are in very good condition with minimal signs of wear
• The vehicle was completely repainted after returning from the U.S. (except for the engine compartment)
• Underbody repaired: new panels welded in, new underbody protection applied
• No known accident damage
• The tires currently mounted are older; exact age unknown

Interior

• The Mercedes 250SE Coupé is equipped with cognac leather
• The interior is in well-maintained original condition with a light patina
• Distinctive burl wood veneer on the dashboard, center console, and door panels
• All features are functional; only the Becker car radio does not work

Mechanics

• Ready to drive immediately and registered
• Engine overhauled about 3 years ago; runs flawlessly and is leak-free
• Original automatic transmission with steering wheel-mounted shifters in good condition
• Radio is out of order. No other known technical defects

History

Ownership History

• Owned by the seller or their circle for about 10 years
• Originally from the Netherlands, then exported to the U.S., and currently in Germany

Service History

• Approx. 3 years ago – engine overhaul
• Service performed as part of the TÜV inspection; oil changes in the meantime

Documents

• Classic Data appraisal from 2023 (appraisal grade 2, market value 58,000 EUR)
• German vehicle registration documents
• TÜV documents

Summary

For sale is a 1968 Mercedes 250SE Coupé (W111) in Gold Metallic with cognac leather interior. The vehicle was originally registered in the Netherlands, was later in the U.S., and is currently in Germany with an “H” license plate and TÜV certification valid through July 2027. After returning from the U.S., the vehicle was completely repainted; the underbody was repaired with new panels and underbody protection. The engine was overhauled approximately 3 years ago and is leak-free. A Classic Data appraisal from 2024 certifies a value of 58,000 EUR and a grade of 2. The Becker car radio is currently not functional; the tires are older and should be inspected. A very elegant classic that should be of interest to any Mercedes fan.