Mercedes Benz W116 280 SE (1977)
Mercedes Benz W116 280 SE (1977), 1st hand, only 122,871km, rare color combination, extremely well maintained
Overview
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A 1977 Mercedes-Benz W116 280 SE in mimosa yellow with a green checkered fabric interior is for sale.
Highlights:
- An exceptional car: The W116 is in its first ownership and has only 122,871 kilometers on the odometer.
- Very rare and iconic color combination of mimosa yellow with green checkered fabric interior
- All invoices since delivery are available, so the complete history can be traced
- Always meticulously maintained in original condition – no repainting according to the owner
- The interior is in almost mint condition
- Electric sunroof
- Alloy wheels
- Brakes replaced in February 2025
General information about the vehicle:
- Year of manufacture: 1977
- First registration: Germany, 1977
- Location: 47259 Duisburg, Germany
- Number of vehicle owners: 1
- Accident-free
- Registered
- H license plate
- TÜV until 02/2027
- Ready to drive
Model history
From 1972, the Mercedes-Benz W116 was the new flagship of the Stuttgart-based luxury class. As the first Mercedes officially marketed under the name "S-Class," it set new standards in safety, comfort, and design. With its precise technology, generous space, and distinctive lines, it remains one of the most elegant sedans of its time. The color palette ranged from classic Astral Silver to unusual and contemporary colors such as Mimosa Yellow.
Facts
Exterior & interior:
- Exterior color: Mimosa Yellow
- Interior: green checkered fabric interior in exceptional, almost mint condition
- Repainting: none – according to the owner, in original condition
Engine and transmission:
- 2.8-liter inline six-cylinder (fuel injection) with 185 hp
- Manual transmission
- Replacement engine: No
- Last service: February 2025
Mileage:
- 122,871 km
- Verifiable: yes, documented by invoices
Documentation:
- German vehicle documents
- All invoices available
Tires, brakes, bodywork & underbody:
- Tires: good tread, from 2013
- Brakes: New (February 2025)
- Bodywork: good condition with minor age-related signs of wear
- Underbody: good condition, no known rust
Please view the photo gallery and videos for further insight into the condition of the vehicle
Known defects:
- No defects are known.
Please view the photo gallery and videos for further insight into the vehicle's condition.
Summary
For sale is an exceptionally well-preserved 1977 Mercedes-Benz W116 280 SE in the striking color mimosa yellow. The vehicle is from its first owner and has a complete documented history with all invoices. The mileage of 122,871 km is verifiable. According to the owner, the car is in original and very well-maintained condition. The combination of a rare color combination, first owner, low mileage, and an interior that is almost like new makes this 280 SE a real rarity. With TÜV until 02/2027, an H license plate, and technical investments such as a new brake system in February 2025, this W116 is ideal for lovers of classic Mercedes sedans in collector's quality.
Vehicle videos
Kickdown check
- Kickdown photographer was on site
- Video of the vehicle available
- Main inspection
- Milage trackable
- Matching numbers
- Current service performed



Comments of this past auction
Auf Reifen , Barok oder Stahl mit Kappen ?
Moin , org Felgen noch vorhanden ? Gruß
Moin Alleinschon, die originalen Felgen sind vorhanden und werden beim Verkauf mitgegeben! Viele Grüße - Kickdown Team
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Technik: Die Baureihe 116 bezeichnet die Oberklasse-Limousinen, die die damalige Daimler-Benz AG ab September 1972 auf den Markt brachte. Mit dieser Baureihe wurde der Begriff „S-Klasse“ ins Leben gerufen; Daimler-Benz selbst sieht die Vorgänger W 108/W 109 als eigentliche Geburtsstunde der S-Klasse. Die Bezeichnung W 116 steht für die Limousinen, die Langversion „SEL“ wird als V 116 bezeichnet. Nachfolgemodell wurde im September 1979 die Baureihe 126. Einige Modelle der Baureihe 116 wurden noch bis September 1980 weitergebaut. LG Tom