Lot 206 - 1971 12987 280SE (3.5 litre) Saloon
| Lot Number | 206 |
| Registration | JUK 400K |
| Chassis Number | 10805722004682 |
| Engine Number | 11698022067492 |
| Odometer reading | 85,834 km |
| Estimate | £5,000 - £8,000 |
| Result | Sold - £6,160 |
The 280SE (3.5 litre) cars were Mercedes-Benz's first V8-powered
sports cars. A combination of elegant styling coupled with
effortless performance made them highly desirable and they were
every bit as prestigious as their competitors. From the outset,
these German
automobiles emphasised quality and the cars featured a new
interior with more wood and leather upholstery as standard. The 3.5
litre V8 engine was highly advanced with electronic fuel injection
and transistorised ignition.
Extremely well cared for and presenting in fine condition
throughout, this desirable 3.5 litre example has been restored in
recent years sporting a period colour scheme of metallic gold
with matching hubcaps and interior. The wooden door-cappings are
in excellent condition and the interior trim in general is in good
order. There is a modern Becker-style radio installed which blends
in seamlessly as well as disguising a cd player. The
security-etched, electric windows are all fully functioning and
raise and lower with gusto; it also benefits from brand new
Michelin tyres all round, including the spare. Supplied with a
number of invoices for general maintenance as well as a UK V5C
document and MoT test certificate valid until May, 2014, this
elegant touring car is competitively offered and is a clean and
straight example.
Interested parties should satisfy themselves as to the description and condition of each lot prior to the sale. Accordingly, buyers are on notice that each vehicle is offered ‘as is/as seen’ subject to the Terms and Conditions for the auction. Buyers are advised to inspect the vehicle in person or use a professional to carry out this service. Historics will not entertain disputes over descriptions.