Mercedes-Benz - 280 SE 3.5 - 1971
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1971 Mercedes‑Benz 280 SE 3.5 V8 with automatic transmission, blue exterior, 200 HP, 33821 km, registered in Italy and located in southern Italy, with Italian registration papers and a mechanically sound engine requiring cosmetic and mechanical refurbishment.
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Mercedes-Benz 280 SE 3.5 V8 Automatic – The authentic charm of the vintage V8
Icon of Mercedes, the 280 SE with the rare 3.5 V8 engine delivering 200 HP, has been registered with ASI as a vehicle of historical interest, previously Swiss-registered with plate BE 322384, a car that represents timeless elegance and the solidity of the Star. A model increasingly hard to find, especially in this V8 configuration, code 116.980, appreciated by collectors and connoisseurs.
MECHANICS: the engine runs perfectly, the automatic transmission is smooth and fluid, offering a quiet and authoritative drive, as only a Mercedes of this level can provide. Work has already been done: new fuel pump, plugs replaced and tank cleaned, ready to be enjoyed on the road; the periodic service was carried out by the previous owner recently, so I don’t know the exact date, as well as the replacement of the fuel lines from the tank to the engine. The car will in any case be delivered to the buyer with an additional service: oil change, oil filter, air filter.
BODYWORK: the car requires partial bodywork restoration, with localized rust interventions on the sheet metal around the right front headlamp frame, at the bottom of the left trunk area and slightly less on the right side, dent on the right front fender and left rear fender, slight surface rust at the bottom. The trim along the doors will need partial replacement, the chrome bumpers and the grille are in excellent condition, they only need to be polished with specific products, some door seals must be replaced due to wear, moreover the rear hood latch needs a slight adjustment as the hatch does not catch and close perfectly. An ideal project for someone wishing to restore a historic V8 to its former glory, starting from a solid and mechanically reliable base.
INTERIOR: retains the original upholstery, the front seats require localized attention on the fabric to preserve the authenticity of the leather which, with careful cleaning, will return to its former glory (surface cleaning already performed). The fabric on the rear seats shows some wear, but it is up to the buyer whether to replace it or preserve the originality even with some defects.
The carpeting covering the floor of the car needs thorough cleaning; the front mats must be replaced due to wear.
The dashboard, featuring a section in wood and a section in leather, needs work on the top because exposure to the sun has caused cracks in the leather; some details of the dashboard need revision. The door panels are in perfect condition; like the rest of the interior, everything must be meticulously cleaned.
An car that is not just a means of transportation, but an experience, a sound, a piece of German automotive history.
Perfect for someone seeking genuine emotion, character, and rarity.
Mercedes-Benz 280 SE 3.5 V8 Automatic – The authentic charm of the vintage V8
Icon of Mercedes, the 280 SE with the rare 3.5 V8 engine delivering 200 HP, has been registered with ASI as a vehicle of historical interest, previously Swiss-registered with plate BE 322384, a car that represents timeless elegance and the solidity of the Star. A model increasingly hard to find, especially in this V8 configuration, code 116.980, appreciated by collectors and connoisseurs.
MECHANICS: the engine runs perfectly, the automatic transmission is smooth and fluid, offering a quiet and authoritative drive, as only a Mercedes of this level can provide. Work has already been done: new fuel pump, plugs replaced and tank cleaned, ready to be enjoyed on the road; the periodic service was carried out by the previous owner recently, so I don’t know the exact date, as well as the replacement of the fuel lines from the tank to the engine. The car will in any case be delivered to the buyer with an additional service: oil change, oil filter, air filter.
BODYWORK: the car requires partial bodywork restoration, with localized rust interventions on the sheet metal around the right front headlamp frame, at the bottom of the left trunk area and slightly less on the right side, dent on the right front fender and left rear fender, slight surface rust at the bottom. The trim along the doors will need partial replacement, the chrome bumpers and the grille are in excellent condition, they only need to be polished with specific products, some door seals must be replaced due to wear, moreover the rear hood latch needs a slight adjustment as the hatch does not catch and close perfectly. An ideal project for someone wishing to restore a historic V8 to its former glory, starting from a solid and mechanically reliable base.
INTERIOR: retains the original upholstery, the front seats require localized attention on the fabric to preserve the authenticity of the leather which, with careful cleaning, will return to its former glory (surface cleaning already performed). The fabric on the rear seats shows some wear, but it is up to the buyer whether to replace it or preserve the originality even with some defects.
The carpeting covering the floor of the car needs thorough cleaning; the front mats must be replaced due to wear.
The dashboard, featuring a section in wood and a section in leather, needs work on the top because exposure to the sun has caused cracks in the leather; some details of the dashboard need revision. The door panels are in perfect condition; like the rest of the interior, everything must be meticulously cleaned.
An car that is not just a means of transportation, but an experience, a sound, a piece of German automotive history.
Perfect for someone seeking genuine emotion, character, and rarity.
Details
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
Model type
280 SE 3.5
Year
1971
Located in
Italy (South)
Mileage reading
33821 km
Registration papers
with Italian registration
Transmission
Automatic
Fuel
Petrol
Colour
Blue
Horse power
200
Cubic capacity
3500
Matching numbers
Unknown
Matching colours
Unknown
Service book/history
No
Valid MOT
No
CoC (Certificate of Conformity) present
On request
Condition (Paint & body)
Fine: dents, scratches and body panels that require replacement and paintwork
Condition (Interior)
Fine: shows signs of excess wear. May have burns, cuts, tears, and non-removable stains
Condition (Frame & underbody)
Fine: frame/structure shows signs of rust, excess wear, require replacements or work
Condition (Mechanical)
Good: mechanically sound. May require maintenance and repair
Condition (Overall)
Fine condition: May require mechanic and cosmetic work
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