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10.08.2026
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Mercedes Benz 280 SE 4.5 W108 (1972)

Mercedes-Benz 280 SE 4.5 W108 (1972), with V8 engine, restored, with air conditioning

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Overview

Manufacturer
Mercedes Benz
Model
280 SE 4.5 W108
Year
1972
Transmission
Automatic
Horsepower
194
Milage
72.805 mi
Country Version
US
Location
15831 Blankenfelde-Mahlow
Color
Metallic Brown
Type of auction
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Mercedes Benz 280 SE 4.5 W108 (1972)

Louis Kalendruschat

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by Louis Kalendruschat

This 280 SE 4.5 in the W108 embodies the Mercedes luxury class of the early 1970s in what is arguably its most elegant form, powered by the refined 4.5-liter V8 with 194 PS. Originally delivered in the United States, the car has been completely repainted and is presented in brown metallic with classic black full leather upholstery in very well-maintained condition. Well-equipped with air conditioning, power steering, and power windows, this W108 appeals to anyone who wants to combine the charm of a classic touring sedan with superior driving comfort.

Price Estimation29.000 € - 32.000 €
Vehicle description

Kickdown Check

  • On-site kickdown assessment completed
    • 169 photos
    • Paint thickness measurement
    • Video including engine running
  • Mileage of approx. 72,805 mi
  • The vehicle has been restored

Facts & Specifications

  • Year of manufacture: 1972
  • First registration: USA
  • Engine: 4.5-liter V8 with 194 PS (143 kW)
  • Transmission: Automatic
  • Exterior color: Brown Metallic
  • Interior: Full black leather
  • Features:
    • Air conditioning
    • Power steering
    • Power windows
    • Central locking
    • Radio/Tuner

Condition

Exterior

  • The exterior color of the Mercedes-Benz 280 SE 4.5 W108 is Brown Metallic
  • Paint thickness measurements yielded values ranging from 261 µm to 816 µm
  • The vehicle has already been completely repainted
  • The body is in very well-maintained condition with only slight age-related signs of wear
  • There are no known defects in the body

Interior

  • The Mercedes-Benz W108 is equipped with black full leather
  • The interior is in good condition with a light patina
  • There are no known damages or defects in the interior

Mechanics

  • Ready to drive immediately, but not yet registered in Germany
  • The 4.5-liter V8 engine runs smoothly and cleanly
  • The automatic transmission operates flawlessly
  • There are no known mechanical defects

History

Ownership History

  • March 2026 to present: current owner (Germany)
  • 08/2024 to 03/2026: Previous owner (Latvia)
  • 1972 to 08/2024: Unknown (USA)
  • Number of owners: unknown

Service History

  • No service history available

Documents

  • Vehicle registration documents from Latvia; no German documents yet

Summary

For sale is a 1972 Mercedes-Benz 280 SE 4.5 (W108) in Metallic Brown with black full leather interior. The vehicle was originally delivered to the U.S. and embodies the classic luxury of Mercedes’ top-of-the-line models from the early 1970s. The odometer reading is approximately 72,900 mi. The 4.5-liter V8 engine runs smoothly and cleanly; the automatic transmission operates flawlessly. Features include, among others, air conditioning and power windows.

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Comments of this past auction

  • M
    markus1.stehle
    10.08.2026 17:03

    „… noch nicht…“ heißt, dies erledigt der Verkäufer noch?

    • KICKDOWNKICKDOWN
      P
      10.08.2026 18:10

      Hallo markus1.stehle, nein, das Auto wird ohne deutsche Papiere verkauft. Beste GrĂĽĂźe, Kickdown Team

    • J
      jewelsfrombk
      05.08.2026 20:22

      1.) hat das Fahrzeug ein COC Dokument ? 2.) Von wann ist die aktuelle HU… ? 3.) hat das Fahrzeug ein Gutachten nach Paragraf 21 StVZO (wg.Übereinstimmung ) 4.) gibt es zu dem Fahrzeug ein Aktuelles Gutachten nach Paragraf 23 StVZO ?? 5.) war das auch ein Unfall-Auto ???

      • KICKDOWNKICKDOWN
        P
        10.08.2026 16:24

        Hallo jewelsfrombk, zu den Fragen 2-4: Eine deutsche HU, deutsche Abnahme (21) und H-Abnahme (23) sind noch nicht vorhanden. Zu Frage 1 (COC) und 5 (Frage nach Vorschäden) kontaktieren wir den Verkäufer und melden uns, sobald wir eine Information haben. Beste Grüße, Kickdown Team

        • A
          AutoAaron
          09.08.2026 16:40

          Das würde mich auch interessieren. Solange das nicht beantwortet wird, ist kein vernünftiges Bieten möglich. Man weiß ja nicht ob man ein Auto oder einen Teileträger kauft.

          • M
            markus1.stehle
            08.08.2026 15:20

            Gute Fragen. Gibt es schon eine Antwort hierzu?

          • TomTom1TomTom1
            04.08.2026 17:53

            Technik: Das technische Konzept der neuen Typen entsprach weitgehend dem der Vorgänger, wobei neben der neuen Karosserie auch neue Motoren Einzug hielten. Die neue Karosserie wirkte sachlicher, woran die entfallenen Heckflossen ihren Anteil hatten. Die Fensterflächen wurden vergrößert. Der Wagen war 6 cm niedriger als der Vorgängertyp, trotz der von 13" auf 14" vergrößerten Räder. Ab Januar 1968 wurde eine überarbeitete Version der Modellreihe angeboten. Die Änderungen betrafen unter anderem das Motorenangebot, den Innenraum und die Gestaltung der Lenksäule. LG Tom

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