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£7,153
1972 Mercedes-Benz 280SEL 4.5 Sedan Project
United States • 22 Aug 2025
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1972 Mercedes-Benz 280SEL 4.5 is a running project car with cosmetic and mechanical issues, including rust and a weak engine, needing tune-up work. It features a V8 engine, automatic transmission, and parchment MB-Tex interior, sold with service records and New York registration.
Condition
4
The car is described as a project that requires further tune-up work. There is rust on the rocker panels and the engine feels weak, indicating mechanical and cosmetic issues. Bodywork was performed in 2017, suggesting previous damage or rust repair. All of these factors contribute to a below-average condition, requiring reconditioning.
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Transmission:
Automatic
Chassis No:
10806812008314
Odometer:
80,000 miles
Reg Number:
MERSEY
RHD/LHD:
LHD
4.5-Liter V8 Three-Speed Automatic Transmission Silver Paint Parchment MB-Tex Upholstery 14" Steel Wheels Power Steering Disc Brakes Cassette Stereo Heater Owner’s Manual Service Records Air Conditioning
This 1972 Mercedes-Benz 280SEL 4.5 sedan is a running and driving project powered by a 4.5-liter V8 paired with a three-speed automatic transmission.
It is finished in silver over parchment MB-Tex and is equipped with power steering, 14″ steel wheels, painted wheel covers, disc brakes, a cassette stereo, and a heater.
The car is described as a project as it requires further tune-up work before regular use.
Acquired by the current owner in 2015, this W108 280SEL 4.5 is offered at no reserve on dealer consignment with an owner’s manual, service records, and New York registration.
The car is finished in silver and has a hood ornament, polished trim, a retractable antenna, US-specification headlights, dual side mirrors, and chrome bumpers.
There is rust on the rocker panels.
A 2017 ...
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£4,588
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£16,277
Median Price (Since 2020)
£52,479
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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