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£10,461
1975 Mercedes-Benz 280S
United States • 16 Jun 2025
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1975 Mercedes-Benz 280S, a one-family-owned vehicle with under 29,000 miles, boasts a unique history tied to Mercedes-Benz's former chairman. Recent servicing and refurbishment enhance its appeal, though some functional issues need addressing.
Condition
7
The car has been well-maintained, with a refurbished engine and transmission. However, it has some issues like non-functional central locking and climate control faults, along with older tires, indicating it's in overall solid condition with slight wear.
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29,000 miles
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LHD
2.7-Liter Inline-Six Four-Speed Automatic Transmission Astral Silver Metallic Paint Blue MB-Tex Upholstery 14" Steel Wheels w/Full Covers Sunroof & Becker Europa AM/FM Radio
This 1975 Mercedes-Benz 280S was acquired new by its current owner’s father, who is said to have received it as a gift from Werner Niefer, who was Chairman of the Board for Mercedes-Benz from[Email].
Finished in Astral Silver Metallic over blue MB-Tex upholstery, it has 14″ wheels, a sunroof, and a Becker Europa radio.
Its 2.7-liter inline-six and four-speed automatic transmission were removed and refurbished in 2018.
A $2,800 service for its battery, fluids, and air conditioning was completed in preparation for the sale.
This W116 280S is offered by the seller with partial service records and an Arizona title.
Exterior details include fog lights, a driver-side mirror, a power antenna, and anodized aluminum trim.
Paint meter readings from around the body are shown in the gallery below.
The 14″ steel wheels ...
Points of note
£2,170
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£5,523
Median Price (Since 2020)
£10,887
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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