Mercedes-Benz 280 SE 3.5 Coupé (W 111) Pre-series

GERMAN
INITIAL DELIVERY

PRE-SERIES
VEHICLE

FULLY-
RESTORED

EXPERT REPORT

KLAUS KUKUK

Technical specifications

Manufacturer

Mercedes-Benz

Model

280 SE 3.5 Coupé

Model series

W 111

Mileage

81.236 km

Period of production

1969 - 1971

Year of construction

1968

Initial registration

18.09.1968

Engine

Performance (hp)

147 kW / 200 hp

Transmission

4-speed manual transmission

engine (ccm)

3499 ccm

Fuel

Petrol

Steering

Left-hand drive

Exterior

White

Interior

Leather Black

General inspection

New

Assessment

Restored

Historic Plate

Documents and documentation

Daimler production order
Data card (copy)
Expert report by Klaus Kukuk
Photo documentation of the restoration

car description

This exclusive Mercedes-Benz 280 SE 3.5 coupé (W111), once an experimental vehicle from the renowned Daimler company, has a fascinating history. Built in 1968, it was one of the first 280 SE W111 models to benefit from a facelift. This facelift included significant changes to the hood, radiator and drive. The introduction of the new, impressive 3.5-liter engine in conjunction with the flatter radiator today marks the most desirable version within the W111 series.

The documents prove that this extraordinary Mercedes served as a demonstration car to draw the attention of potential buyers to the sophistication of the model upgrade. This is confirmed by the internal production order from the Daimler test department, a valuable document included in the vehicle's documentation.

In respect of its importance as a test vehicle, a certificate of authenticity was issued by the renowned company Kukuk, which classifies the W111 as an original test vehicle. The completely new paintwork and the technically flawless condition underline the care that was given to this vehicle.

Its history as a test vehicle makes this car an absolutely unique specimen that is of particular interest to collectors and enthusiasts. Its uniqueness, coupled with its documented history, gives this Mercedes-Benz 280 SE 3.5 W111 an inestimable value that goes far beyond its technical specifications. For enthusiasts who share a fascination for rare automotive heritage, this car is a true gem waiting to be passed into loving hands.

History of the series

The Mercedes 280 SE 3.5 has always been referred to as the top model of the W 111 series, which was produced between 1959 and 1971. Both the convertible and the coupé are top-class vehicles with style and elegance.

It took ten years before a V8 engine was installed in the W 111 series. With a displacement of 3499 cm³, it produced an astonishing 200 hp on the road. However, the car was not only optimized technically, but also visually. The front end was given a flatter hood and a lower radiator grille - which also gave rise to the designations "high & flat radiator".

The flat radiators (and therefore also our W 111) are considered the most desirable variant today. These vehicles are also particularly valuable due to their low production numbers. Just 3270 of the 280 SE 3.5 Coupé were produced between 1969 and 1971.

Price

169.000,00 € (MwSt. nicht ausweisbar)

This offer and the information contained therein are non-binding. Errors, omissions and prior sale excepted.

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