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£19,688

1972 Mercedes-Benz 280 SEL 4.5

United Kingdom • 29 Jul 2026 • Lot 108

Vehicle Details

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This 1970s Mercedes-Benz 280 SEL 4.5 (W108) is a rare model, imported from the US in 2018 and recently serviced with a retrimmed interior.
Described as running 'great', this classic boasts a powerful 4.5-litre V8 engine and is accompanied by a comprehensive history file, making it an attractive proposition for collectors.

Condition

7

The car has had a retrimmed interior and servicing since arrival in the UK. The vendor states the car runs 'great', indicating good mechanical condition. There is no mention of dents, scratches, or curb marks, suggesting it is in Very Good condition, potentially requiring minor reconditioning.

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Transmission:

Automatic

Chassis No:

10806812010671

Odometer:

[Odometer Reading]

Reg Number:

TSX 461K

RHD/LHD:

LHD

• Retrimmed interior and serviced since arrival in the UK • Offered with history file and current V5C document • The last Mercedes-Benz models with the classic stacked headlamps Current ownership since 2018 and imported by the vendor from the US The 4.5-litre engined 280 SE (Type W108) typifies the resurgence of larger-engined Mercedes-Benz models that began in the late 1960s and early 1970s.

The ultra-luxurious 450 SL Roadster/Coupé was the model chosen in 1971 to launch the magnificent new 4.5-litre V8 engine.

An over-square design featuring a cast-iron block and aluminium-alloy cylinder heads, each equipped with a single overhead camshaft, this all-new, state-of-the-art power unit produced 225bhp courtesy of Bosch electronic fuel injection and transistorised ignition.

It helped meet the demands of the vitally important United States market, and was soon outselling the 3.5-litre version.

As usual, there was also an ‘SEL’ model on a longer wheelbase.

Although W108 sales worldwide...