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£19,695
1972 Mercedes-Benz 280SEL 4.5 Sedan
United States • 27 Oct 2025
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1972 Mercedes-Benz 280SEL 4.5 is powered by a 4.5-liter V8 paired with a three-speed automatic transmission and is finished in silver over blue MB-Tex upholstery. It was previously sold on BaT in September 2025, but the winning bidder failed to follow through with their commitment to purchase.
Condition
6
The car has moderate wear and tear. The listing mentions a color change, a screw added to secure trim, and mileage listed as TMU (Total Mileage Unknown). Some reconditioning is likely required to address the cosmetic imperfections and ensure optimal mechanical performance.
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Transmission:
Automatic
Chassis No:
10806812009218
Odometer:
10,000 miles
Reg Number:
[Reg Number]
RHD/LHD:
LHD
TMU 4.5-Liter V8 Three-Speed Automatic Transmission Refinished in Silver Blue MB-Tex Upholstery 14" Steel Wheels w/Full Covers Four-Wheel Disc Brakes Power Steering Air Conditioning Heater & Defroster Sony CD Stereo Wood Trim
This 1972 Mercedes-Benz 280SEL 4.5 sedan is powered by a 4.5-liter V8 paired with a three-speed automatic transmission and is finished in silver over blue MB-Tex upholstery. Equipment includes a sunroof, 14″ steel wheels, polished and painted wheel covers, disc brakes, power steering, central locking, a Sony CD stereo, air conditioning, and a heater.
The car was purchased out of Illinois by its current owner in 2020, and work in 2023 consisted of changing the fluids, adjusting the valves, and replacing the exhaust system, tires, shocks, trailing-arm bushings, steering and ignition components, and more as detailed below.
This W108 280SEL 4.5 sedan is offered at no reserve on dealer consignment with owner’s manuals, a service record, and a clean Iowa title.
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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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