£12,684
1978 Mercedes-Benz 280CE
Bring A Trailer • US • 9 Jul 2026
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Highest 20% of Past Sales
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£12,684
1978 Mercedes-Benz 280CE
US • 9 Jul 2026
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1978 Mercedes-Benz 280CE presents well in silver with a black interior and 121k miles. Recent work includes climate control upgrades and suspension components, suggesting a well-maintained classic ready for its next owner.
Condition
7
The car has been repainted, the climate control system has been upgraded, and some parts have been replaced (shocks, control arms, differential resealed, smog pump and belt replaced). While mechanically sound with 121k miles and recent maintenance, the description mentions anodized aluminum window trim and general wear associated with a 1978 model, placing it in the 'Very Good' category.
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121,000 miles
12305312009713
LHD
United States
Automatic
3XF235
1978
Auction
£12,684
1978 Mercedes-Benz 280CE
Bring A Trailer • US • 9 Jul 2026
Market Position:
Highest 20% of Past Sales
Track live values and receive listing alerts
Description
2.8-Liter Inline-Six Four-Speed Automatic Transmission Silver Paint Black MB-Tex Upholstery 14" Steel Wheels Power Sunroof Cassette Stereo Cruise Control R134a-Based Air Conditioning This 1978 Mercedes-Benz 280CE is finished in silver over a black interior and is powered by a 2.8-liter inline-six paired with a four-speed automatic transmission.
Features include a sunroof, 14″ steel wheels, a cassette stereo, cruise control, and R134a-based air conditioning.
The car was sold new by VIP Motor Cars LTD in Palm Springs, California, and was sold before being acquired by the seller .
Work performed under current ownership included upgrading the climate control system, performing a valve adjustment, and replacing the shocks and upper control arms.
This C123 280CE shows 121k miles and is offered with an owner’s manual, service records, and a clean California title in the seller’s name.
The car left the factory finished in Astral Silver Metallic (735) and was repainted in the 1990s pe...
Price Analysis vs Other (W123) 280 CEs
£1,460
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£8,899
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£62,987
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