1971 Mercedes-Benz 280SE Coupe 3.5 V8 Numbers Matching

1971 Mercedes-Benz 280SE Coupe 3.5 Litre V8. Matching numbers. Runs and drives but not driven on the road since 2006 (I have driven it around the neighborhood). Starts immediately at the turn of the key. All exterior lights and electric windows work. Requires some restoration / rust & paint repair. Budget repaint in original colors by previous owner in the 1990s. Low Reserve. VIN interpretation: 111026 12 003525

• 111 = Chassis model
• 026 = Coupe
• 1 = Left hand drive
• 2 = Automatic 4 speed floor shift transmission
• 003525 = Sequential production serial number

'71 Mercedes-Benz 280SE 3.5 Coupe thumbnail description:

• Sold new by John Poppell Oldsmobile Mercedes in Forth Worth, Texas on May 28, 1971
• Engine number matching - engine # 116980 12 003158
• M116 Bosch fuel injected V8 3.5 engine 230hp starts right up and holds good oil pressure
• 4 speed automatic floor shift transmission
• Silver Metallic 180 exterior underbody with Black 040 top
• Black leather interior
• 09689 miles on odometer (actual mileage 109,689)
• Factory Behr air conditioning (blower fan working)
• Becker slim face radio (not working)
• Electric windows (all functioning)
• Runs and drives - not driven on the road since 2006
• Rebuilt original Bosch fuel pump, flushed tank and fuel lines, NOS thermo time switch & temperature sensor switch, cleaned all injectors & new injector seals, new fuel & air filters, ignition wires, etc
• Some rust repair required on floor pan and left front fender (see photos for details)
• Budget repaint in original colors by previous owner in the 1990s and has several blisters in paint
• 5 very nice Mercedes-Benz 14 inch alloy wheels with 5 new Vredestein 185 HR 14 Sprint Classic tires
• All exterior lights work / most interior lights work / new battery
• Dash gauge pod cover has cracks
• Original glove box manuals with original Data Cards and sales documentation
• Some scratches on passenger door glass
• Valid Pennsylvania title

Quotes from The Star (Mercedes-Benz Club of American) July - August 2018 publication, Elegant & Exclusive article:

•"Because of the increased power and their rarity (280SE 3.5) - these versions are now the most desirable among collectors." •
•"Just as beautiful and well built as their flasher cabriolet cousins, the restrained and luxurious W111 Coupes represent the range's best value for the contemporary collector.”
•"The best value in the entire range, in terms of usability and potential for price appreciation, is the 280SE 3.5 Coupe.”

This Mercedes-Benz 280SE 3.5 Coupe is destined to grow in value. Hopefully the above details together with the 24 photos provides you with a good overall view of the vehicle's condition. The Coupe has a valid Pennsylvania title and is sold as-is where-is with no written or implied warranty. This vehicle will need to be trailered until your mechanic conducts a complete safety evaluation.

Please email with any questions before bidding. Serious bidders are encouraged to view the Mercedes located at my shop in Reading, Pennsylvania 19601, USA. If interested, call Fred + 1 610 796 1446 eastern time. Ebay members with less than 5 positive feedback must communicate with us before bidding. Very reasonable reserve.

Payment terms: $500 PayPal deposit within 24 hours of auction end. Balance via bank wire transfer. Full payment must be received within 7 calendar days of end of auction.

Shipping arrangements are the full responsibility of the auction winner. Vehicle pick-up must be within 14 days of end of auction. Thank you.

On Apr-24-19 at 14:59:37 PDT, seller added the following information:

The bidding has surpassed the reserve and the Mercedes 280SE Coupe 3.5 will sell to the highest bidder on Sunday 28th April.