Mercedes-Benz W114 280 C Coupé Partially restored €8,000 Investment With valuation report Note 2- (1973)

Vehicle description

Highlights and general information

A Mercedes-Benz W114 280 C Coupé from 1973 is for sale, presented in royal blue exterior color and an elegant leather interior in cognac.

Highlights

• Partially restored
• Features include: Power steering, air conditioning, radio
• Appraisal available: Grade "2-"
• Approx. €8,000 invested in renovations and repairs at a specialist classic car workshop in recent years (all invoices available)
• Gearshift mechanism / steering wheel gearshift repaired
• Carburetor adjustment
• Control arm bushings, rod bushings, axle beam bushing and upper control arm replaced
• Wheel alignment and correction carried out
• Steering gear and longitudinal member repaired
• Steering column and horn repaired
• Ventilation system repaired
• Brake hoses replaced
• Brake callipers incl. pads replaced
• Brake discs cleaned, brake system bled
• Master brake cylinder repaired
• Ignition cables and spark plugs replaced and ignition adjusted
• Handbrake adjusted
• Hard disk replaced
• Several seals replaced
• Air filter replaced
• New tires
• Exhaust gas diagnosis: OK
• Conversion to Bakelite steering wheel of the first series
• The seller would like to part with this beautiful /8 Coupé built in 1975 due to a reduction in his collection
• The vehicle is driven regularly in good weather. Get in, drive off and enjoy the fantastic driving experience.
• In possession of the seller since August 2020

General information about the vehicle

• Year of construction: 1973
• First registration: 1975
• Import from the USA
• Location: 04179 Leipzig, Germany
• Number of owners not known
• TÜV valid until 10/24
• H license plate
• Accident-free in current ownership
• Approved
• German registration
• Duty paid
• Ready to drive

Model history

• The Mercedes-Benz W114, introduced in 1968 as a continuation of the W110 series, set new standards in the upper mid-size class. The models in this series were equipped exclusively with in-line six-cylinder engines with displacements ranging from 2.3 to 2.8 liters. The wide choice of engines gave the W114 not only high performance, but also a reputation for reliability and durability. This laid the foundation for the later success of the Mercedes-Benz E-Class.

Facts

Exterior and interior

• Royal blue paintwork
• Cognac leather interior
• Repainted, presumably the entire vehicle

Engine and transmission

• 2.7-liter inline six-cylinder engine with 160 hp
• Automatic transmission
• Last engine service in February 2023

Mileage

• 42,041 km. Mileage not traceable.

Documentation

• No checkbook available

Tires, brakes, body & underbody

• Tires: New
• Brakes: 70-90%
• Underbody: Light rust film

Known defects

• Radio and antenna need to be replaced and the air conditioning needs maintenance
• Vacuum lines of the front seat locking system need to be replaced
• Minor scratches on the chrome strips of the windows
• Please view the photo gallery and videos for further insight into the condition of the vehicle.

Summary

Experience the timeless elegance of the Mercedes-Benz W114 280 C Coupé from 1973 in royal blue paintwork and fine cognac leather interior. With a partially restored condition, a powerful 2.7-liter inline six-cylinder engine (160 hp) and investments of around €8,000 for renovations and repairs, this vehicle presents itself as a charismatic classic.

Vehicle videos

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