Descrizione

The Mercedes-Benz 280 SEL, part of the W108 range, perfectly reflects the marque's late-1960s reputation for engineering quality, comfort and understated style. Powered by a smooth 2.8 litre straight-six, these cars offered refined performance and superb ride quality, making them a favourite among executives and dignitaries of the period. Right hand drive examples are relatively rare, with many originally supplied to markets such as Australia, adding further appeal to surviving cars today.

This 1968 example is a standard (short) wheelbase car, finished in an elegant dark blue with a beautifully contrasting cream interior, an understated and timeless combination which suits the model particularly well. Its history is especially appealing, having remained in single lady ownership in Australia from new until 2016. During this time, it was chauffeur driven which is reflected in the car's notably well-preserved condition and gentle overall feel. Following the owner's passing, it was subsequently imported to the UK and has been with its current owner since 2023.

The car is accompanied by an excellent history file, including a large collection of invoices and records demonstrating consistent, attentive maintenance over many years. Mechanically, it has clearly been well cared for, with the engine rebuilt in 2018 using genuine parts sourced from Germany. In more recent years, further investment has included refurbishment of the air-conditioning system, along with new carpets, shock absorbers, and brake discs and pads. On the road, the 280 SEL delivers exactly what one would expect; smooth, refined performance paired with a composed and effortless driving experience. Altogether, this is a particularly well-presented and evidently cherished example, combining rare right hand drive specification, long-term ownership history and careful upkeep. A superb opportunity to acquire a genuinely elegant and highly usable classic Mercedes-Benz. Consigned by Fraser Smith

Lot details
Year: 1968
Make: Mercedes-Benz
Model: 280 SEL
Registration: NNB 372G
Chassis No: 10801922013566
Engine No: 13098022009492
Odometer: 110,875


* In single lady ownership in Australia from 1968-2016

* Comprehensive history file

* Fitted with air conditioning, believed to have been from new

Condizione e registrazione

Immatricolato
Pronta a partire
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Marca
Mercedes-Benz
Serie di modelli
280
Modello
280 SEL
Serie di fabbricazione
W 108
Prima immatricolazione
Non fornito
Anno di fabbricazione
1968
Chilometraggio
110.875 mi
Numero di telaio
Non fornito
Numero del motore
Non fornito
Numero del cambio
Non fornito
Matching numbers
Non fornito
Numero di proprietari
Non fornito

Dettagli tecnici

Tipo carrozzeria
Berlina (4 Volumi)
Potenza (kW/CV)
118/160
Cilindrata (cm³)
2778
Cilindri
6
Porte
4
Posizione volante
Destra
Cambio
Manuale
Marce
Non fornito
Trazione
Posteriore
Freno anteriore
Disco
Freno posteriore
Disco
Carburante
Benzina

Configurazione individuale

Colore carrozzeria
Altri
Nome colore produttore
-
Colore interni
Altri
Materiale interni
Altri

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