A 1971 Mercedes-Benz 280 S is for sale in white with dark blue faux leather interior.

Highlights:

• Import vehicle (first delivered in the USA)
• DEKRA valuation report dated 06/2018 with a grade of 3-
• Last service in 2024
• Conversion work for German registration (e.g., speedometer, turn signal system)
• Investments totaling approx. €1,000
• Vehicle comes from a private collection

General information about the vehicle

• Year of manufacture: 1971
• First registration: USA, 07/1971
• Location: 19069 Lübstorf, Germany
• Number of vehicle owners: 3
• Customs cleared
• No accidents under current ownership
• H license plate
• Currently without MOT
• Ready to drive

Model history

The Mercedes-Benz 280 S from the W116 series is one of the luxury models of the 1970s and impresses with its solid workmanship, timeless design, and comfort-oriented technology. Equipped with an inline six-cylinder engine, this model was designed for long-distance comfort and was often used as a company car by the upper classes. Today, well-preserved examples are enjoying increasing popularity among enthusiasts of classic Mercedes sedans.

Facts

Exterior & interior:

• Exterior color: White
• Interior: dark blue leather upholstery
• Repainting: the car has already been completely repainted

Engine and transmission:

• 2.8-liter inline six-cylinder engine with 159 hp (117 kW)
• Automatic transmission
• Last service: 2024

Mileage:

• Mileage: 76,615 km (as read)
• Mileage verifiable: no
• No service history available

Documentation:

• Vehicle documents (German)
• Expert opinion (06/2018, grade 3)
• History of previous owners verifiable
• Conversion documents available

Tires, brakes, bodywork & underbody:

• Tires: Information to follow shortly
• Brakes: Information to follow shortly
• Bodywork: acceptable condition
• Significant signs of wear and minor rust spots visible (see pictures)
• Underbody: acceptable condition
• Slight surface rust present
• Please view the photo gallery and videos for further insight into the condition of the vehicle

Known defects:

• Vehicle has not been moved for approx. 1.5 years
• Various repairs necessary, according to the owner
• Underbody with slight surface rust
• Vehicle currently not roadworthy
• Further defects are possible due to the length of time the vehicle has been stationary
• Please view the photo gallery and videos for further insight into the condition of the vehicle

Summary:

A 1971 Mercedes-Benz 280 S in white with dark blue leather interior is for sale. The vehicle originally comes from the USA and was converted for German road use after being imported in 2012. Since then, the car has been in third-hand ownership and was last serviced in 2024. The vehicle is currently not registered and requires maintenance and repairs. A 2018 appraisal rated its condition as a 3-. Thanks to its H license plate, this classic car is suitable for enthusiasts who are willing to restore it to better condition.

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