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Asking Price: POA

1971 Mercedes-Benz 280 SE 3.5 Cabriolet

RM Sotheby's • N/S

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Asking Price: POA

1971 Mercedes-Benz 280 SE 3.5 Cabriolet

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Vehicle Details

AI Listing Summary

A fully restored 1971 Mercedes-Benz 280 SE 3.5 Cabriolet by Brabus Classic, featuring its original Anthracite metallic exterior and Grey leather interior. This exceptional example boasts a ground-up restoration with only 66 miles driven since completion, offering factory options like automatic transmission and air conditioning.

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Condition 

10

fully restored by Brabus Classic

/ 10

Automatic

1971

LHD

Classified

Asking Price: POA

1971 Mercedes-Benz 280 SE 3.5 Cabriolet

RM Sotheby's • N/S

Market Position:

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Description

Sale Agreed Fully restored by Brabus Classic in Germany, driven less than 70 miles sinceFactory options include floor-shift automatic transmission, electric windows, Becker Europa radio, and Behr air conditioning, Acquired by the consignor from Brabus and imported to the U.S. Presented in its original colors of Anthracite metallic over Grey leather interior

Retains its original engine

One of the most well-regarded aftermarket tuners in the industry, Brabus has been synonymous with their work to upgrade and modify Mercedes-Benz’s best products since their inception in 1977.

Alongside their work on modern automobiles, Brabus Classic operates as a top-notch restorer for Mercedes-Benzes of yesteryear, and is an official Classic

Partner of Mercedes-Benz classic, a testament to their attention to detail in restoring cars just as they left the factory. The 280 SE 3.5 Cabriolet offered here was subject to one of Brabus’ ‘6-Star Restorations’ back to its stately and original color combinati...

Price Analysis vs Other (W111) 280 SE Cabriolets

£8,122

Lowest Price (Since 2020)

£192,166

Median Price (Since 2020)

£571,340

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Previous (W111) 280 SE Cabriolet Sales

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Meet the Seller

RM Sotheby's

1 Classic Car Drive, Blenheim, Ontario, N0P 1A0, Canada

Operating from Blenheim, Ontario, RM Sotheby's is a physical auction house handling high-end classic, historic competition, and collector cars. They conduct live auctions globally and offer vehicle consignment and private sales.

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