£8,008 (Est: £8,000 - £12,000)
1983 Mercedes-Benz 280 CE
Historics • UK • 16 May 2026
Market Position:
Mid-Market
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£8,008 (Est: £8,000 - £12,000)
1983 Mercedes-Benz 280 CE
UK • 16 May 2026 • Lot 161
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1983 Mercedes-Benz 280 CE is a well-maintained classic coupe with a desirable factory sunroof and period-style BBS alloy wheels. It boasts a good service history with 20 stamps in the service book, making it an appealing choice for enthusiasts or collectors.
Condition
7
The car is described as a well-kept example, with a clean and well-preserved interior. The service history is a notable highlight, indicating consistent maintenance. However, slight wear may be visible, and minor reconditioning may be required to bring it to an even higher standard.
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62,618 miles
12305322028049
RHD
United Kingdom
Automatic
OCT 234Y
1983
Auction
£8,008 (Est: £8,000 - £12,000)
1983 Mercedes-Benz 280 CE
Historics • UK • 16 May 2026
Market Position:
Mid-Market
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Description
Year: 1983 Make: Mercedes-Benz Model: 280 CE Registration: OCT 234Y
Chassis No: 12305322028049
Odometer: 62,618 The 1983 Mercedes-Benz 280 CE is a refined coupé from the W123 era, known for its elegant styling, durable engineering, and smooth inline-six engine.
It offers comfortable cruising, solid build quality, and timeless design.
Today it is valued as a classic grand tourer, appreciated by enthusiasts for reliability and understated luxury.
This handsome Mercedes-Benz 280 CE is as a well-kept example of the W123 coupé finished in blue metallic with a beige cloth interior.
The car features a factory sunroof and sits on period-style BBS alloy wheels, enhancing its classic stance.
Under the bonnet is the smooth and reliable six-cylinder engine, paired with an automatic transmission, delivering relaxed and composed cruising.
The interior is clean and well preserved, reflecting the car’s careful ownership.
The service history is a notable highlight, with 20 stamps recorded in t...
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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Previous (W123) 280 CE Sales
MOT Information
Expired
Expired on 15th Jul 2022
Latest MOT mileage:
62,618 miles
MOT History
Passed
On 16th Jul 2021, 62,618 miles
There were 7 defects noted.
Minor:
- Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both offside and nearside (5.3.4 (b) (i))
Advisory:
- Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- Rear x1 exhaust rubber hanger broken
- Seat belt flexible stalk damaged both front casing (7.1.2 (b) (i))
Passed
On 29th Sept 2017, 62,618 miles
There were 5 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
- Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
- x 1 rear exhaust rubber hanger broken
Passed
On 17th Jun 2016, 62,588 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
Failed
On 17th Jun 2016, 62,584 miles
There were 6 defects noted.
Fail:
- Exhaust engine idle speed too high (7.3.A.2a)
- Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)
- Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
- Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
- Offside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
Advisory:
- Nearside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
MOT Mileage Trend
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