Mercedes-Benz W108 280 S Appraisal Note 2- 20.000 € Investments New 1-2-3 Ignition sunroof Radio German first delivery (1970)

Vehicle description

Highlights and general information

For sale is a Mercedes-Benz W108 280 S from 1970 in blue with a gray fabric interior.

Highlights

• Features include: Sunroof, power steering, central locking, radio
• Valuation report from January 2024 available, with the grade: 2-
• Investments of 20,000 € made
• The seller writes:
• The vehicle was owned by a family (first husband, then wife) from 1971 to 2007.
• It was never restored, only repaired.
• Various repairs were carried out from 2015 onwards, totaling €20,000 with invoice. The engine has an overhauled cylinder head, carburetors have been overhauled, new 1-2-3 ignition, tank overhauled, bogemat renewed.
• In possession of the seller since 2019

General information about the vehicle

• Year of construction: 1970
• First registration: 1970
• German vehicle
• Location: 28197 Bremen, Germany
• 5 vehicle owners
• TÜV valid until 11/25
• H license plate
• Accident-free in current ownership
• Currently not registered, but immediately ready to drive
• German registration

Model history

The Mercedes-Benz W108, which replaced its predecessor, the W111, was produced from 1965 to 1972. It offered a wide range of engine variants, including six and eight-cylinder engines with displacements from 2.5 to 6.3 liters. The W108 was known for its luxury appointments and elegant design, and it was an important part of Mercedes-Benz's upper mid-size class.

The facts

Exterior and interior

• Exterior color: Blue
• Interior material: Gray fabric
• Repainted: Yes

Engine and transmission

• 2.8-liter six-cylinder in-line engine with 140 hp
• Automatic transmission
• Last engine service in October 2023

Mileage

• 235,000 km (read off)
• Mileage not traceable

Documentation

• Checkbook available, but not complete

Tires, brakes, body & underbody

• Tires: 50-70 %
• Brakes: 50-70 %
• Underbody: Slight rust film, welded

Known defects

• Signs of wear and tear due to age
• Small scratches and paint defects present
• Please take a look at the photo gallery and videos to get further impressions of the vehicle's condition.

Summary of the car

Experience the Mercedes-Benz W108 280 S from 1970 in elegant blue with gray fabric interior, equipped with sunroof, power steering, central locking and radio. This well-maintained vehicle, owned by the seller since 2019, has a reconditioned 2.8-liter six-cylinder in-line engine with 140 hp and has been upgraded with investments of €20,000 in various parts as well as a grade 2 valuation report.

Vehicle videos

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