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£11,440

1980 Mercedes-Benz 280 CE

Historics • UK • 3 May 2025

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Highest 30% of Past Sales

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£11,440

1980 Mercedes-Benz 280 CE

UK • 3 May 2025 • Lot 128

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Vehicle Details

AI Listing Summary

This 1980 Mercedes-Benz 280 CE is a stylish coupé from the W123 series, featuring cream coachwork with a contrasting green interior. It has low ownership, factory fitted sunroof and is presented with a valid MoT certificate.

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Condition 

7

The car is described as presenting extremely well with cream coachwork and a contrasting green interior. The paintwork and trim are in good order, showing little sign of wear and tear, suggesting it's been well-maintained. It also benefits from a factory-fitted sunroof, front armrest, and low ownership, adding to its appeal.

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81,334 miles

HRF 38V

1980

Auction

12305322018761

LHD

United Kingdom

£11,440

1980 Mercedes-Benz 280 CE

Historics • UK • 3 May 2025

Market Position:

Highest 30% of Past Sales

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Description

Year: 1980 Make: Mercedes-Benz Model: 280 CE Registration: HRF 38V

Chassis No:[Email]8761

Engine No:[Email]3467 Mileage: 81,334 The 1980 Mercedes-Benz 280 CE is a classic coupé from the W123 series, renowned for its durability, elegance, and engineering excellence.

Powered by a 2.8 litre engine with Bosch fuel injection, it delivered smooth performance and a refined driving experience.

The coupé featured distinctive pillarless windows, chrome accents, and a luxurious interior with wood trim and comfortable seating.

It was well-regarded for its build quality, safety features and timeless design.

Popular among enthusiasts today, the 280 CE represents the golden era of Mercedes-Benz craftsmanship, offering a blend of style, reliability and understated sophistication that continues to age gracefully on modern roads.

This delightful example was registered in April 1980 and presents extremely well in cream coachwork with a contrasting green interior.

The paintwork and trim are a test...

Price Analysis vs Other (W123) 280 CEs

£1,460

Lowest Price (Since 2020)

£8,899

Median Price (Since 2020)

£62,987

Highest Price (Since 2020)

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Highest 30% of Past Sales

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Previous (W123) 280 CE Sales

MOT Information

Expired

Expired on 9th Oct 2025

Latest MOT mileage:

81,312 miles

MOT History

Passed

On 10th Oct 2024, 81,312 miles


Passed

On 14th Feb 2023, 81,232 miles


Passed

On 21st Sept 2020, 81,111 miles


Passed

On 19th Jun 2019, 81,012 miles


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Unit D, Lyndhurst Buildings, Lyndhurst Road, Ascot, Berkshire, SL5 9ED

Operating from Ascot, Berkshire, Historics is a physical auction house handling classic, sports, and collector cars. They conduct live auctions in the UK and offer vehicle consignment and valuation services.

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