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The
Mercedes-Benz W108/W109 'Flachkuhler' series was introduced in the year
1965. The model series succeeded the in 1959 presented W111/W112 'Heckflossen'
series. Only little details of the coupe and convertible models were
changed. The later cars could only be identified by the badges on the
rear, therefore these cars continued as W111/W112 series. The series was a re-design of the former series. The four door sedan models changed
significantly and were updated to match the slick coupe design.. Just
like the former series the new W108/W109 series presented the best
Mercedes-Benz had to offer. The automobiles were leading concerning
quality and luxury. The cars only had to accept the ultra luxurious and
ultra exclusive Mercedes-Benz 600 above them.
When first introduced only six cylinder models were available. the
(W108) 250 S and 250 SE and the (W109) 300 SE. These models were
succeeded by the (W108) 280 S, 280 SE en de 300 SEL (with
air-suspension), the W109 model was discontinued.
Primarily to please the American market a 3.5 Litre V8 engine was
presented for the W108 in the year 1970 and a year later a 4.5 Litre
version was launched. The six cylinder models were available with a
manual or automatic four-speed gearbox, a five speed manual gearbox was
optional. For the 3.5 V8 a four speed automatic gearbox was standard and
a four speed manual gearbox was available on request. The later 4.5
Litre V8 was only sold with a three speed automatic gearbox. The
W108/W109 series featured servo assisted disc brakes all round and
almost all cars were sold with power steering.
The 280 SE coupé and convertible models were very expensive cars those
days but they sold very well amongst the rich. These Mercedes-Benz
models are beautiful cars just like the W111/W112 coupe and convertible
models. A fantastic stretched and slick design, very luxurious,
comfortable, reliable and very well built.
Technical
data
6 cylinder in-line engine
cylinder capacity: 2778 cc.
petrol-injection
capacity: 160 bhp. at 5500 rpm.
top-speed: 195 km/h.
gearbox: 4-speed, automatic
Weight: 1550 kg.
Information
Mercedes-Benz
280 SE convertible (W111),
year 1969. Chassis number 111025-12-002008, engine number
13098-12-015037.
Colour 'Inca red' metallic (a very rare original Mercedes-Benz SL colour) with a light brown leather interior and a beige mohair hood.
This fantastic Mercedes-Benz 280 SE comes from the second owner. The
first American owner had the automobile extensively and professionally
restored, the second owner imported the car to the Netherlands in the
year 2008. This beautiful convertible is in excellent+ condition. The
odometer reads 94.246 miles. The car comes with a comprehensive history
and restoration file. The automobile features a smooth four speed
automatic gearbox with shifter on the steering column, power windows at
front and at the rear, power hood, tinted glass, radio and
air-conditioning. This delightful top class convertible offers ample
space for the driver and up to four passengers.
This
classic car was sold to the Netherlands by
Lex Classics.
E-mail: info@lexclassics.nl
Lex Classics
Telephone international: +31 416 342 474 |
