Whilst the saloon versions of this model were somewhat sedate, the coupé’s, with no b-pillar to interrupt the lines, was rather an elegant sight to behold.

This design element came, unsurprisingly, from the pen of Paul Bracq world famous for a number of different Mercedes-Benz models as well as BMW gullwings, France’s TGV and another a number of other significant cars the put him well and truly on the map.

With the advent of this W114, he lowered the roof line and the seats to maintain the headroom.

The windows wound down completely out of sight and the 2.5 litre; fuel-injected engine propelled this model effortlessly up to a perfectly respectable 115mph.

Painted some two years ago in this stunning Bordeaux red with contrasting new black MB-Tex trim, the overall presentation is superb.

It also benefits from new head rests and front armrest, not something that was originally specified when built.

Something also to note is that it has benefits from electric windows front and rear, ...