Mercedes-Benz 280SE
Overview
| Produced: |
1968-1972, 91051 produced. |
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| Types: |
Saloon,4 doors,4 seats |
The first "S-class" Mercedes arrived in 1968, the 280S and 280SE. The 280 saloons were large, full size saloons which offered comfort and luxury to its five occupants. Built on a 108ins wheelbase the new S-Class saloons were much heavier than earlier models, although the styling was more subtle and lass garish.
Powered by a new 2.8 litre six cylinder engine both models offered good performance and plenty of refinement. The 280SE had a more powerful engine which produced 160bhp. The 280SE remained in production until 1972.
Engines
| Capacity | Config | Model | Bore/Stroke | CR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2778cc | S6 OHC | Mercedes S6 |
Performance
| Top Speed | 0-60 | SQM | MPG | Engine Pwr | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 126 mph | 8.9 s |
Auction Sales History
Books
| ISBN | Title | Publisher | Buy this book |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1855201860 | Mercedes 'S' Class & 600 1965-72 | Brooklands Books |
Magazine Articles
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| Article |
21 Hottest ragtops |
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| Publication | Classic Cars May 2007 | |||
| 21 Hottest ragtops - Summer's nearly here and you need a convertible to make the most of it. Whether your top priority is style, speed or space for you and the kids, look no further. We've got the best topless options for you in the next 21 pages. Ferrari mondial, Austin-Healey 3000, Triumph TR6, MGF, Porsche 911 Cabriolet, Alfa Romeo 2600 Spider, Jaguar XK8, Ford Zephyr, TVR Griffith, Lancia Aurella B24 Spider/America, BMW Z1, Ponitac Bonneville, Mercedes-Benz 280SE 3.5. MGB, Mazda MX5, Ford Mustang, Morgan Plus 8, Honda S2000, Jaguar E-Type V12, Alfa Romeo Spider, Lotus 340R. | ||||
| Article |
Take a Luxury Cruise - Luxury Convertibles |
60 |
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| Publication | Classic Cars May 2005 | |||
| Take a Luxury Cruise - Luxury Convertibles - Coachbuilt convertibles from Aston Martin, Rolls-Royce, Mercedes-Benz and Citroen make for an exciting summer - whatever the weather. 1969 Aston Martin DB6 Volante, 1974 Rolls-Royce Corniche Convertible, 1971 Mercedes-Benz 280SE 3.5 Cabriolet, 1965 Citroen DS Decapotable. | ||||
| Article |
Mercedes-Benz W114/5 - (1968-76) |
116 |
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| Publication | Classic Cars July 2004 | |||
| Mercedes-Benz W114/5 - (1968-76) - The mid-size Mercedes W114/5 was light and lively with advanced suspension and exceptional build quality. Few good ones survive, but we’ll help you find the best. | ||||
| Article |
Our Cars |
38 |
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| Publication | Classic Cars September 2003 | |||
| Our Cars - 1977 Porsche 911 Carrera 3.0-Litre-Phil Bell. 1985 Fiat 124 Spider-Ben Field. 1972 Fiat 130 Saloon-Martin Buckley. 1969 Triumph Vitesse, 1967 Jaguar 420-Malcolm McKay. | ||||
| Article |
Merc to Monte-Carlo |
62 |
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| Publication | Classic Cars May 2002 | |||
| Merc to Monte-Carlo - Experience 500 miles in three days: crossing the Alps in a Mercedes-Benz 280SL 'Pagoda' from Stuttgart to Monaco. | ||||
| Article |
Classic Cars February 2002 pg 58 |
58 |
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| Publication | Classic Cars February 2002 | |||
| Aston Martin V8 Volante vs Mercedes-Benz 280SE 3.5 Cabriolet. All other cars suffer punishing depreciation on their way to secondhand bargain status, but these two convertibles have never really fallen out of the desirability tree. | ||||
| Article |
Top-down and out in Beverly Hills |
104 |
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| Publication | Classic & Sports Car May 2011 | |||
| Top-down and out in Beverly Hills - Mercedes-Benz and California are a perfect fit, as Mark Walsh discovers at the wheel of an effortlessly cool 280SE 3.5 Cabriolet in Los Angeles. | ||||
| Article |
Buyers Guide - Mercedes 280SE |
128 |
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| Publication | Octane August 2006 | |||
| Buyers Guide - Mercedes 280SE - It says more about you than a new Mercedes ever could - but a really nice cabriolet is not the cheaper option. | ||||
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