1971 Mercedes-Benz 280SE3.5

HIGHLIGHTS:
SPECTACULAR, SHOW-QUALITY RESTORATION
JUST RELEASED FROM A RESPECTED COLLECTION
EUROPEAN MARKET EXAMPLE
ONE OF ONLY 347 CABRIOLETS PRODUCED FOR 1971, THE MODELS FINAL YEAR OF PRODUCTION
A WONDERFULLY RESTORED EXAMPLE OF THE MARQUES FINAL HAND-BUILT MODEL
RARE AND HIGHLY DESIRABLE COLOR COMBINATION
EQUIPPED WITH NEARLY EVERY AVAILABLE OPTION INCLUDING CENTER CONSOLE GEARSHIFT AND BURLED WALNUT WOODWORK
MATCHING NUMBERS ENGINE PER ITS DATA CARD
ACCOMPANIED WITH OWNER'S MANUAL, TOOLS, AND COCO FLOOR MATS
ARGUABLY ONE OF THE BEST EXAMPLES IN THE MARKET TODAY
TREMENDOUS INVESTMENT POTENTIAL
A DREAM FOR THE MERCEDES-BENZ COLLECTOR

FEATURES INCLUDE:
3.5L V8
FOUR-SPEED FLOOR-SHIFT AUTOMATIC
TINTED GLASS
COLOR-MATCHED WHEEL COVERS
FULL LEATHER INTERIOR
BURL WALNUT WOODWORK
LEATHER-WRAPPED CENTER CONSOLE
POWER STEERING
POWER BRAKES
POWER WINDOWS
BEHR AIR CONDITIONING
BECKER 'GRAND PRIX' AM/FM RADIO

A high-end derivative of the 220 Sedan, the 280 SE was introduced in 1959 featuring its timeless styling and incredible build quality. The basic design and chassis internally designated W111 endured for more than a decade. Over its lifetime, the car could be had with one of five single-overhead cam engines: four six-cylinder motors along with a 3.5 Liter V8. Each update brought more horsepower and torque, improving drivability and the feeling of luxury. The V8 was released in the fall of 1969, around a full ten years after the models inception. The combination of classic styling of the earlier models and ever more powerful engine options proved irresistible to critics then and now.

A full leather interior with accommodations for four along with a fully lined top in the traditional stacked German cabriolet layout meant the 280 SE Cabriolets could easily be driven all-year round. A fully independent suspension with disc brakes at each wheel was standard, further increasing comfort and safety. Due to their complexity, only 13 cars were finished per week on average. For example, each top required roughly sixteen hours of work apiece, with the robust metal framework being entirely concealed from view by a full interior headliner. In total, Mercedes-Benz produced just 1,232 examples between 1969 and 1971, with only 347 produced in its final year. As one of the marques last hand-built models, 280 SEs are highly vaunted by collectors and enthusiasts alike.

The investment-grade 1971 Mercedes-Benz 280 SE 3.5 Cabriolet featured here is finished in stunning gloss Black with a gorgeous Cognac leather interior and a Black folding convertible top. This magnificent example was restored with no expense spared and is among one of the finest examples we've offered in years. This final-year 280 SE 3.5 Cabriolet was factory-equipped with a sought-after floor-mounted gear selector for the automatic transmission as well as a Becker 'Grand Prix' AM/FM radio, air conditioning and power steering/brakes/windows. This is an incredible opportunity to acquire a beautiful, restored example of one of the most coveted Mercedes-Benz Cabriolets ever built at an investment price. Offered to the most demanding collector, investor, or enthusiast who appreciates the rarity and enormous investment potential of this iconic German classic!