£29,916
1981 Mercedes-Benz 280CE
Bring A Trailer • US • 7 May 2026
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Highest 10% of Past Sales
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£29,916
1981 Mercedes-Benz 280CE
US • 7 May 2026
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1981 Mercedes-Benz 280CE, with only 31k miles, presents in Light Ivory over Palomino MB-Tex. It features a sunroof, Bundt alloy wheels, and automatic climate control and benefits from a clean Carfax and recent servicing, suggesting a well-cared-for classic.
Condition
8
The car has low mileage (31k) and a clean Carfax report, suggesting it was well-maintained. The listing mentions minor reconditioning may be required, but overall, it appears to be in excellent condition with minimal cosmetic imperfections.
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31,000 miles
WDBAA53A6BB023131
1981
Auction
Automatic
LHD
United States
£29,916
1981 Mercedes-Benz 280CE
Bring A Trailer • US • 7 May 2026
Market Position:
Highest 10% of Past Sales
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Description
2.8-Liter Inline-Six Four-Speed Automatic Transmission Light Ivory Paint Palomino MB-Tex Upholstery 14" Bundt Alloy Wheels Sunroof Cassette Stereo Automatic Climate Control Cruise Control Air Conditioning Manufacturer's Literature Window Sticker Clean Carfax Report This 1981 Mercedes-Benz 280CE was initially delivered to Sangera Mercedes-Benz of Bakersfield, California, and remained under the care of its original owner in that state until 2026.
Showing 31k miles, the car is finished in Light Ivory over Palomino MB-Tex upholstery and is powered by a 2.8-liter inline-six paired with a four-speed automatic transmission.
Equipment includes a sunroof, 14″ Bundt alloy wheels, a cassette stereo, automatic climate control, cruise control, and air conditioning.
Acquired by the selling dealer in 2026, this C123 280CE is offered with a window sticker, manufacturer’s literature, a clean Carfax report, and a clean California title.
The car is finished in Light Ivory (623) and is equipped with a...
Price Analysis vs Other (W123) 280 CEs
£1,460
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£8,899
Median Price (Since 2020)
£62,987
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