1970 Mercedes-Benz 280 SE 3.5L ConvertibleFrench title Chassis No.

11102712000014- One of the very first 280 SE 3.5 Cabriolet models produced
- One of the first examples produced (chassis No.

000014)
- Sold new in France
- Owned by the same family since 1972
- Rare and sought-after colour combination
- The ultimate and most powerful evolution of the W111 Cabriolet
- Sought-after 3.5-litre V8 fuel-injected engine

At the dawn of the 1970s, Mercedes-Benz brought its prestigious series of W111 coupes and convertibles to its peak.
First introduced in the late 1950s, this generation is characterised by the timeless elegance of its design, conceived under the leadership of French designer Paul Bracq, combined with a level of build quality and refinement that were then considered as benchmarks in the automotive industry.

Unveiled in 1969, the 280 SE 3.5 L was known as the ultimate and above all, the most powerful iteration of this prestigious series.

Hidden underneath its long bonnet is ...