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£4,588
One-Family-Owned 1971 Mercedes-Benz 280SEL Sedan
United States • 28 Nov 2025
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1971 Mercedes-Benz 280SEL is a one-family-owned classic with recent mechanical work done in 2022, including a camshaft replacement and brake work. While it presents well with its redone silver paint and red MB-Tex interior, it does have rust issues that need attention, impacting its overall condition.
Condition
5
The car has rust issues on the left quarter panel, wheel arch, rocker panels, floor pan, and left front floorboard. The paint has been redone, suggesting it wasn't in great shape originally. There are cracks in the dashboard and missing trim. However, it has had recent mechanical work, and the interior is presentable.
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Transmission:
Automatic
Chassis No:
10801912081336
Odometer:
84,000 miles
Reg Number:
[Reg Number]
RHD/LHD:
LHD
2.8-Liter Inline-Six Four-Speed Automatic Transmission Silver Paint Red MB-Tex Upholstery 14" Steel Wheels Power-Assisted Disc Brakes Power Windows Air Conditioning Kenwood CD Stereo Rear Window Defroster Tool Roll
This 1971 Mercedes-Benz 280SEL sedan is said to have been purchased new by the current owner’s father, and it is powered by a 2.8-liter inline-six paired with a four-speed automatic transmission.
Recommissioning in 2022 by Ziegler Exotic Cars in Phoenixville, Pennsylvania, included fluid changes, cleaning the fuel injectors, adjusting the front wheel bearings, rebuilding the turn signal switch, and replacing the camshaft, rocker arms, air filter, fuel filter, spark plugs, accessory drive belts, assorted ignition components, brake hoses, and tires.
Finished in silver over red MB-Tex upholstery, the car is equipped with 14″ steel wheels, painted wheel covers, disc brakes, power steering, a Kenwood CD stereo, air conditioning, a heater, power windows, and a rear window defro...
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£4,588
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£16,277
Median Price (Since 2020)
£52,479
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