Current Bid: £74,710
1971 Mercedes-Benz 280SE 3.5 Cabriolet
Bring A Trailer • US • 12 Nov 2026
Market Position:
Lowest 20% of Past Sales
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Current Bid: £74,710
1971 Mercedes-Benz 280SE 3.5 Cabriolet
US • 12 Nov 2026
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
A rare 1971 Mercedes-Benz 280SE 3.5 cabriolet, one of only 1,232 produced, featuring a 3.5L V8 and automatic transmission. This example is finished in Dark Olive over Cognac leather, presenting a desirable color combination for collectors.
Condition
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Automatic
1971
Auction
LHD
United States
Current Bid: £74,710
1971 Mercedes-Benz 280SE 3.5 Cabriolet
Bring A Trailer • US • 12 Nov 2026
Market Position:
Lowest 20% of Past Sales
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Description
This 1971 Mercedes-Benz 280SE 3.5 is one of approximately 1,232 cabriolet models produced between 1969 and 1971, and is said to have remained with the original owner until the current owner's acquisition in 2017.
The car is powered by a 3.5-liter V8 paired with a four-speed automatic transmission and is finished in Dark Olive over Cognac leather.
Price Analysis vs Other (W111) 280 SE Cabriolets
£8,122
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£192,166
Median Price (Since 2020)
£571,340
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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