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£9,177
Single-Family-Owned 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280SE
United States • 5 Nov 2025
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This is a single-family-owned 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280SE, finished in Mimosa Yellow. It features a 2.8-liter inline-six engine, automatic transmission, and some recent maintenance, but also has noted cosmetic issues like dings and dents.

Condition
6
The car has some wear and tear, including dings and dents around the body. The seller also notes that the power windows operate slowly and the odometer has been repaired, indicating some mechanical issues. However, several maintenance items were addressed in 2024, and the overall presentation suggests it's still in reasonably good shape for its age.
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Transmission:
Automatic
Chassis No:
11602412141178
Odometer:
112,000 miles
Reg Number:
[Reg Number]
RHD/LHD:
LHD
on Repaired Odometer 2.8-Liter Inline-Six Four-Speed Automatic Transmission Mimosa Yellow Paint Beige Leather Upholstery 14" Bundt Alloy Wheels Fog Lights Power Windows Automatic Climate Control Becker AM/FM Radio Cruise Control
This 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280SE was purchased new by the seller’s grandmother, and it is powered by a 2.8-liter inline-six paired with a four-speed automatic transmission.
Finished in Mimosa Yellow over beige leather upholstery, the car is equipped with 14″ Bundt alloy wheels, a Becker stereo, cruise control, and automatic climate control.
This W116 280SE is offered at no reserve by the seller on behalf of the current owner, a family member, with a Washington title in the owner’s name.
The car is finished in Mimosa Yellow (618) and features quad headlights, fog lights, dual side mirrors, a power antenna, and bright trim.
The seller notes dings and dents around the body.
The 14″ Bundt alloy wheels are fitted with Nexen tires that were mounted in 2020.
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Points of note
£2,210
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£9,732
Median Price (Since 2020)
£63,181
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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