Mercedes Benz W116 280 SE (1978)

Vehicle description

Highlights and general information

For sale is a Mercedes-Benz W116 280 SE from 1978 in the color pastel gray with a gray leather interior.

Highlights:

• 2nd hand, checkbook available (not complete) and well-maintained overall condition
• Interior with gray leather upholstery and wooden fittings
• Extensive documentation since original order form
• Investments of approx. €14,000 for the complete paint job in original color and since 2023, carried out by Oldtimer Service Harald Vollmer, for the overhaul of the technology (radiator, cylinder heads, water pump, etc.)

General information about the vehicle

• Year of construction: 1978
• First registration: Germany, 1978
• Location: 25336 Elmshorn, Germany
• 2 vehicle owners
• TÜV until 06/25
• H license plate
• Repaired accident damage. This is rear axle damage that was repaired by a specialist workshop in 1986 (see invoice in the documents)
• Approved
• Immediately ready to drive
• Partially restored

The facts

Exterior & interior:

• Exterior color: Pastel grey
• Interior with gray leather upholstery and brown wooden fittings
• Complete repainting in original color

Engine and transmission:

• 2.7-liter inline six-cylinder engine with 185 hp
• Automatic transmission
• Last engine service in June 2023

Mileage:

• 115,000 km (read off)
• The mileage can be traced

Documentation:

• (German) vehicle documents, (not complete) checkbook, extensive documentation from original order to partial restoration through invoices, valuation report (2020; grade 3+)

Tires, brakes, body & underbody:

• Tires: 50-70 %
• Brakes: 70-90 %
• The underbody shows light flash rust and is cavity sealed
• Please view the photo gallery and videos for further insight into the vehicle's condition

Known defects

• Signs of wear commensurate with age
• Please take a look at the photo gallery and videos to gain further insight into the condition of the vehicle

Summary of the vehicle

Experience timeless elegance with the Mercedes-Benz W116 280 SE from 1978. This lovingly maintained vehicle offers a leather interior, a powerful 2.7-liter inline six-cylinder engine, new paintwork in original color and a mileage of 115,000 km. After taking over from the previous owner, the vehicle was extensively repaired and partially restored by the seller. A vehicle full of history and character, ready for new adventures.

Vehicle videos

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