Highlights: – 2.8-litre fuel-injected inline-six engine, petrol, automatic transmission – W108 S-Class sedan, first registered in 1970 in Sacramento, California – Re-imported to Germany and purchased by the current owner in 2017 from a Mercedes-Benz dealer – Cream exterior with tan upholstery and wood-veneer dashboard – Fitted with a Becker Europa radio and air conditioning controls The private seller offers for sale this 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280 SE, powered by a 2.8-litre inline-six engine, paired with an automatic transmission. Presented in cream with a warm tan interior, this W108 is a dignified example of the elegant sedans that defined Mercedes-Benz in the late 1960s. The W108 series was introduced in 1965 as the successor to the “Fintail” models and quickly became the benchmark for luxury saloons. Its clean, upright lines, large glass area, slim pillars and chrome-framed grille with the three-pointed star on the bonnet are timeless, and the interior is a showcase of period craftsmanship with its wood veneer, large-diameter white steering wheel and round VDO instruments. The 280 SE was powered by the 2.8-litre M130 six-cylinder engine with fuel injection, a smooth and refined unit that combined effortless cruising with the quality for which the marque was known. This car has an interesting history. According to the seller, it was first registered in 1970 in Sacramento, California, and was later re-imported to Germany. The current owner bought it in 2017 from a Mercedes-Benz dealer. In the cabin the tan seats and door panels contrast with the dark brown carpets and wooden dashboard trim, and the car is equipped with a Becker Europa radio and a period air conditioning control panel. The photographs also include detailed shots of the underside, the suspension and the instruments, giving prospective buyers a good impression of the car as it is today. A W108 such as this is a comfortable and characterful way to enjoy classic Mercedes-Benz motoring. Condition of the bodywork & paint 4 — Very Good. Clean with minimal wear; might need minor replacements for small missing or broken parts. Condition of the interior 3 — Good. Bodywork or mechanical repairs needed; drives. Technical condition 4 — Very Good. Mechanically solid, with potential for minor servicing. Overall condition 4 — Very Good. Displays only minimal wear and can hit the road any time. This item is sold on an as-is basis. The condition of this item is the opinion of the seller and may differ from your own opinion. Photos and descriptions of the listing are for information purposes only. We encourage all potential bidders to inspect the vehicle before placing a bid. Please contact us by phone or email to schedule an appointment. All auction vehicles offered have a reserve price. You have only won the item if the seller accepts your bid. Price changes and errors reserved. The 14-day right of withdrawal does not apply to this auction. This vehicle comes from a private collection and is currently located in the state of North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany. This vehicle drives, brakes and shifts. The vehicle has a German registration. The chassis number is 10801812043065. The buyer is responsible for registration in his own country and responsible for delivery and collection of any vehicle purchased at the auction. The description of this vehicle is, to the best of the seller’s knowledge, accurate and not misleading. Route 66 Auctions requests a range of detail about the vehicle from the seller and performs a level of due diligence. However, potential buyers must independently satisfy themselves as to the accuracy of the description. We strongly advise potential buyers to view or arrange inspections as well as conduct any research they feel is necessary before committing to bid or buy. Please note that it is not uncommon for classic or collectible vehicles to have received cosmetic repairs in the past, to rectify damage or refresh appearance, and this work may be hard to see even upon visual inspection. Unless there is an explicit statement by the seller to the contrary, please assume that any vehicle could have had bodywork or paintwork. Photographs may not reflect the exact true colour or exact full condition of the vehicle. It is a bidder’s responsibility to assure themselves of the colour and condition of a vehicle, including its interior and the existence of any remedial bodywork or paintwork, before committing to bid or buy. Read more