Mercedes Benz 280 SE Cabriolet 3.5

For sale is an exceptionally beautiful Mercedes-Benz 280 SE 3.5 Cabriolet of the W111 series, first registered on July 1, 1970 – the highly coveted "low radiator" (Flachkühler) cabriolet featuring a 3.5-liter V8 engine.

The vehicle was imported from the USA to Germany in 1996 and has been in single German ownership ever since. For nearly three decades, the Mercedes was cherished by its current owner as part of a collection and kept continuously in a heated and ventilated garage.
However, the cabriolet was by no means merely laid up: Over the years, it was moved regularly and gently for maintenance drives to ensure that all mechanical components and systems remained fully functional. This represents a fine balance of long-term collector ownership and careful, regular use.

Particularly noteworthy are its matching numbers, its provenance as a factory-original cabriolet, the presence of the original Mercedes-Benz data card, and its high degree of originality and faithful preservation.

A classic-analytics Professional Check report from November 28, 2023, is available for the vehicle, awarding it an overall condition grade of 2+. The market value was evaluated at €323,000, with a replacement value of €362,500.

– Mercedes-Benz 280 SE 3.5 Cabriolet (W111)
– Highly desirable low radiator ("Flachkühler") model
– First registration: July 1, 1970
– Original factory cabriolet
– Matching numbers
– 3,499 cc V8 engine
– 147 kW / 200 hp
– 4-speed automatic transmission
– Rear-wheel drive
– Left-hand drive
– Single German owner since 1996
– Imported from the USA to Germany in 1996
– Collector vehicle
– Stored in a heated and ventilated garage
– Regular, gentle preservation drives
– German registration present
– Mercedes-Benz data card present
– Owner's manual present
– Two original keys present
– Original Becker Mexico radio
– Rare original US-spec import headlights installed and present
– Paint, soft top, and interior colors match factory delivery specs
– Extensive technical and optical preservation work performed
– Ready to drive immediately
– Fresh service including oil change can be performed prior to handover

The exterior paint color, soft top color, and interior specification match the vehicle's original factory delivery. The Mercedes-Benz data card is present as key documentation of its factory configuration.

Details that have been lost on many vehicles over the decades have been carefully preserved here.

For instance, the rare original US-spec import headlights remain present and fitted to the vehicle.

The original Becker Mexico radio also remains in place.

Furthermore, the vehicle includes its owner's manual as well as two original keys.

The body was repainted approximately 21 years ago in the USA. This paintwork remains in good, well-kept condition to this day.

The overall impression is not that of an over-restored showpiece, but rather that of a classic Mercedes-Benz painstakingly preserved and authentically refurbished over decades.

The interior has also been selectively preserved and professionally restored over recent years.

The seats were re-padded and overhauled, while the high-quality wood trim was fully refurbished.

The convertible soft top, including the headliner, was renewed, taking care to retain the original color combination of the vehicle.

Mechanically, the vehicle has been continuously maintained and serviced over the years.

Work performed includes, among other items:

– Radiator completely overhauled
– Brake booster overhauled / repaired
– V-belts replaced
– Various seals and rubber components renewed
– Trunk rubber mats renewed
– Underbody protection refurbished
– Seats re-padded and overhauled
– Wood trim refurbished
– Soft top renewed
– Headliner renewed

The 2023 appraisal report also notes a fully overhauled drivetrain and describes the mechanical components as professionally reconditioned.

The Mercedes is in good, well-maintained condition both visually and mechanically, and is ready to drive immediately.

Upon request, a fresh service including an oil change can be carried out before handover to the new owner.

A classic-analytics Professional Check report dated November 28, 2023, is available for the vehicle.

Overall Condition Rating: 2+

Taking into account all value-influencing factors, the following values were established as of the valuation date:

Market Value (2023): €323,000

Replacement Value (2023): €362,500

ECF VERIFIED – The Exclusive Car Family Quality Standard

✅ Digital vehicle file of all available documents & records
✅ Vehicle identity and vehicle registration documents verified
✅ Original factory cabriolet documented
✅ Matching numbers documented
✅ Mercedes-Benz data card documented
✅ Single German ownership history since 1996 documented
✅ Classic-analytics Professional Check report from 2023 documented
✅ Condition rating 2+ documented
✅ Market value of €323,000 (from 2023) documented
✅ Replacement value of €362,500 (from 2023) documented
✅ Owner's manual and two original keys documented
✅ Original details and scope of equipment documented
✅ Vehicle inventory assessment by Exclusive Car Family
✅ High-resolution detailed photographs
✅ Professional vehicle walkaround video
✅ Cold start video of the engine
✅ Underbody photos and underbody condition documented
✅ Engine bay condition documented
✅ Interior condition documented
✅ Test drive performed
✅ Support for Europe-wide transport
✅ Personal assistance through to vehicle delivery

Exclusive Car Family
We look forward to hearing from you – Your Exclusive Car Family!

For personal and prompt assistance, we are best reached by phone. Viewings and inspection of the available vehicle documentation are strictly by prior appointment only. The vehicle location may vary – we are happy to inform you in advance.

Internal offer number: 0926-003

Legal Notice
Exclusive Car Family acts exclusively as an agent/broker and is not the owner of the offered vehicle. The sale is conducted on behalf of the customer. The purchase agreement is concluded exclusively between the seller and the buyer.

All information in this advertisement has been compiled with the utmost care and is based on the vehicle documents available to us, the Mercedes-Benz data card, the classic-analytics Professional Check report, information provided by the vehicle owner, and a physical inspection of the vehicle.
The information serves for general identification and description of the vehicle and does not constitute guaranteed characteristics or warranties in the legal sense of sales law.

The current odometer reading of 74,353 is explicitly stated as the read odometer figure. Complete verification of total lifetime mileage beyond this reading is not guaranteed.

Subject to errors, prior sale, and changes.