Mercedes Benz W108 280SE 4.5 (1972)

Highlights and general information

For sale is a Mercedes-Benz W108 280 SE 4.5 from 1972 in the color blue with a beige leatherette interior.

Highlights:

• Coveted eight-cylinder W108 with 4.5 liter V8
• US import
• The seller invested around €5,000 in the vehicle
• In recent years, the timing chain with slide rails was replaced and the car was repainted, among other things
• TÜV valid until 01/2027

General information about the vehicle

• Year of construction: 1972
• First registration: USA, 1972
• Location: 97318 Kitzingen, Germany
• Number of vehicle owners: unknown
• H license plate
• Accident-free in current ownership
• Partially restored
• TÜV until 01/2027
• Ready to drive immediately
• Licensed

Model history

The Mercedes-Benz W108 and W109 models were produced between 1965 and 1972, in North America even until 1973. This model series was created as a further development of the Mercedes-Benz W114/W115 and succeeded the famous W111 and W112 tail fin models. Thanks to their elegance and outstanding quality, the vehicles were extremely successful not only in West Germany, but also in important export markets such as North America and South-East Asia. An impressive total of 383,361 units were produced during the seven-year production period - with the V8 versions representing the pinnacle of the series.

The facts

Exterior & interior:

• Exterior color: Blue
• Interior: Beige leatherette interior
• No repainting required: No, complete repainting

Engine and transmission:

• 4.5-liter eight-cylinder engine with 198 hp
• Automatic transmission (3-speed torque converter automatic)

Mileage:

• Mileage: 25,359 miles
• Traceable mileage: partial
• No checkbook available

Documentation:

• German vehicle documents, short appraisal (grade 3+), HU reports, invoices

Tires, brakes, body & underbody:

• Tires: good tread, from 2017
• Brakes: good condition
• Bodywork: good condition
• Underbody: good condition without rust
• Please view the photo gallery and videos for further insight into the condition of the vehicle

Known defects

• The air conditioning system is currently out of service
• Please view the photo gallery and videos for further insight into the vehicle's condition

Summary of the vehicle

For sale is a Mercedes-Benz W108 280 SE 4.5 from 1972 in elegant blue with a high-quality leather interior. The US import with the sought-after V8 has been partially restored and has been completely repainted. Around €5,000 was invested in the vehicle, which has an H license plate and an MOT until 01/2027. With its 4.5-litre eight-cylinder engine and 198 hp, this classic combines elegance and driving comfort - a stylish companion for every drive!