{"id":276954,"date":"2016-04-24T18:07:41","date_gmt":"2016-04-24T18:07:41","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/blog.supercars.net\/blog\/?p=276954"},"modified":"2024-12-29T02:34:00","modified_gmt":"2024-12-29T02:34:00","slug":"1969%e2%86%921971-mercedes-benz-280-se-3-5-cabriolet-2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/1969%e2%86%921971-mercedes-benz-280-se-3-5-cabriolet-2\/","title":{"rendered":"1969 &#8211; 1971 Mercedes-Benz 280 SE 3.5 Cabriolet"},"content":{"rendered":"<h1>1969\u21921971 Mercedes-Benz 280 SE 3.5 Cabriolet<\/h1>\n<div class=\"copy-paste-block\">\n<p><span id=\"intelliTXT\">In September 1969, clearly more powerful versions of the 280 SE 3.5 Coup\u00e9 and Cabriolet were introduced. The completely newly developed 3.5-litre V8 engine with an output of 147 kW excelled in particularly smooth running characteristics and gave the car a sports-car-like performance. The new models had been stylistically refined to a certain extent, like the versions with 2.8-litre six-cylinder engines which continued to be on sale: the radiator mask was lower and wider, with a correspondingly flatter front end of the engine hood. Due to this characteristic feature, the face-lifted Coup\u00e9s and Cabriolets were often referred to as the \u201cflat radiator\u201d models by insiders. As on the Saloons, the bumpers of the Coup\u00e9s and Cabriolets were now fitted with rubber strips. In purely visual terms, the eight-cylinder models did not differ from the face-lifted six-cylinder versions.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Story by Daimler AG<\/p>\n<figure class='gallery-item'>\r\n            <div class='gallery-icon landscape'>\r\n                <a href='https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/1969_MercedesBenz_280SE35Cabriolet11.jpg' class='tipi-lightbox'>\r\n\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/1969_MercedesBenz_280SE35Cabriolet11.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/1969_MercedesBenz_280SE35Cabriolet11.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/1969_MercedesBenz_280SE35Cabriolet11-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/1969_MercedesBenz_280SE35Cabriolet11-100x67.jpg 100w, https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/1969_MercedesBenz_280SE35Cabriolet11-770x514.jpg 770w, https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/1969_MercedesBenz_280SE35Cabriolet11-360x240.jpg 360w, https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/1969_MercedesBenz_280SE35Cabriolet11-370x247.jpg 370w, https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/1969_MercedesBenz_280SE35Cabriolet11-293x195.jpg 293w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/>\r\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n                <div class='wp-caption-text gallery-caption'>\r\n                E-Klasse historisch\r\n                <\/div><\/figure><figure class='gallery-item'>\r\n            <div class='gallery-icon landscape'>\r\n                <a href='https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/1969_MercedesBenz_280SE35Cabriolet21.jpg' class='tipi-lightbox'>\r\n\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/1969_MercedesBenz_280SE35Cabriolet21.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/1969_MercedesBenz_280SE35Cabriolet21.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/1969_MercedesBenz_280SE35Cabriolet21-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/1969_MercedesBenz_280SE35Cabriolet21-100x67.jpg 100w, https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/1969_MercedesBenz_280SE35Cabriolet21-770x514.jpg 770w, https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/1969_MercedesBenz_280SE35Cabriolet21-360x240.jpg 360w, https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/1969_MercedesBenz_280SE35Cabriolet21-370x247.jpg 370w, https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/1969_MercedesBenz_280SE35Cabriolet21-293x195.jpg 293w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/>\r\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n                <div class='wp-caption-text gallery-caption'>\r\n                E-Klasse historisch\r\n                <\/div><\/figure><figure class='gallery-item'>\r\n            <div class='gallery-icon landscape'>\r\n                <a href='https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/1969_MercedesBenz_280SE35Cabriolet31.jpg' class='tipi-lightbox'>\r\n\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"683\" src=\"https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/1969_MercedesBenz_280SE35Cabriolet31.jpg\" class=\"attachment-full size-full\" alt=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/1969_MercedesBenz_280SE35Cabriolet31.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/1969_MercedesBenz_280SE35Cabriolet31-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/1969_MercedesBenz_280SE35Cabriolet31-100x67.jpg 100w, https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/1969_MercedesBenz_280SE35Cabriolet31-770x514.jpg 770w, https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/1969_MercedesBenz_280SE35Cabriolet31-360x240.jpg 360w, https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/1969_MercedesBenz_280SE35Cabriolet31-370x247.jpg 370w, https:\/\/www.supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/1969_MercedesBenz_280SE35Cabriolet31-293x195.jpg 293w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/>\r\n\t\t\t\t<\/a>\r\n            <\/div>\r\n                <div class='wp-caption-text gallery-caption'>\r\n                W111_1970\r\n                <\/div><\/figure>\n<div class=\"copy-paste-block\">\n<h3>In Detail<\/h3>\n<table class=\"cardetails\" border=\"0\" cellspacing=\"0\" cellpadding=\"0\">\n<tbody>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"label\" align=\"left\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"30%\">tags<\/td>\n<td class=\"value\" align=\"right\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"70%\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.supercars.net\/Search2?INPUT=w111&amp;searchType=cars\">w111<\/a>, <a href=\"http:\/\/www.supercars.net\/Search2?INPUT=280se&amp;searchType=cars\">280se<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"label\" align=\"left\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"30%\">submitted by<\/td>\n<td class=\"value\" align=\"right\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"70%\"><a href=\"http:\/\/www.supercars.net\/garage\/119513\/index.html\">Official Galleries<\/a><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"label\" align=\"left\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"30%\">type<\/td>\n<td class=\"value\" align=\"right\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"70%\">Series Production Car<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"label\" align=\"left\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"30%\">production years<\/td>\n<td class=\"value\" align=\"right\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"70%\">1969 &#8211; 1971<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"label\" align=\"left\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"30%\">built at<\/td>\n<td class=\"value\" align=\"right\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"70%\">Germany<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"boldlabel\" align=\"left\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"30%\">engine<\/td>\n<td class=\"boldvalue\" align=\"right\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"70%\">V8<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"label\" align=\"left\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"30%\">position<\/td>\n<td class=\"value\" align=\"right\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"70%\">Front Longitudinal<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"label\" align=\"left\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"30%\">aspiration<\/td>\n<td class=\"value\" align=\"right\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"70%\">Natural<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"label\" align=\"left\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"30%\">valvetrain<\/td>\n<td class=\"value\" align=\"right\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"70%\">SOHC, 2 Valves per Cyl<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"label\" align=\"left\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"30%\">fuel feed<\/td>\n<td class=\"value\" align=\"right\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"70%\">Bosch D-Jetronic Injection<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"label\" align=\"left\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"30%\">displacement<\/td>\n<td class=\"value\" align=\"right\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"70%\">3499 cc \/ 213.52 in\u00b3<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"label\" align=\"left\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"30%\">bore<\/td>\n<td class=\"value\" align=\"right\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"70%\">92 mm \/ 3.6 in<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"label\" align=\"left\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"30%\">stroke<\/td>\n<td class=\"value\" align=\"right\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"70%\">86.5 mm \/ 3.4 in<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"label\" align=\"left\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"30%\">compression<\/td>\n<td class=\"value\" align=\"right\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"70%\">9.5:1<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"label\" align=\"left\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"30%\">power<\/td>\n<td class=\"value\" align=\"right\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"70%\">146.9 kw \/ 197 bhp @ 5800 rpm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"label\" align=\"left\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"30%\">specific output<\/td>\n<td class=\"value\" align=\"right\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"70%\">56.3 bhp per litre<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"label\" align=\"left\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"30%\">bhp\/weight<\/td>\n<td class=\"value\" align=\"right\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"70%\">119.39 bhp per tonne<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"label\" align=\"left\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"30%\">torque<\/td>\n<td class=\"value\" align=\"right\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"70%\">286.1 nm \/ 211 ft lbs @ 4000 rpm<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"label\" align=\"left\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"30%\">driven wheels<\/td>\n<td class=\"value\" align=\"right\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"70%\">RWD<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"label\" align=\"left\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"30%\">front tires<\/td>\n<td class=\"value\" align=\"right\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"70%\">185 V 14<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"label\" align=\"left\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"30%\">rear tires<\/td>\n<td class=\"value\" align=\"right\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"70%\">185 V 14<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"label\" align=\"left\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"30%\">front brakes<\/td>\n<td class=\"value\" align=\"right\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"70%\">Discs<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"label\" align=\"left\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"30%\">rear brakes<\/td>\n<td class=\"value\" align=\"right\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"70%\">Drums<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"label\" align=\"left\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"30%\">steering<\/td>\n<td class=\"value\" align=\"right\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"70%\">Recirculating Ball<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"label\" align=\"left\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"30%\">f suspension<\/td>\n<td class=\"value\" align=\"right\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"70%\">Double Wishbones w\/Coil Springs, Anti-Roll Bar<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"label\" align=\"left\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"30%\">r suspension<\/td>\n<td class=\"value\" align=\"right\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"70%\">Swing Axle w\/Coil Springs<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"label\" align=\"left\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"30%\">curb weight<\/td>\n<td class=\"value\" align=\"right\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"70%\">1650 kg \/ 3638 lbs<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"label\" align=\"left\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"30%\">wheelbase<\/td>\n<td class=\"value\" align=\"right\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"70%\">2750 mm \/ 108.3 in<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"label\" align=\"left\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"30%\">front track<\/td>\n<td class=\"value\" align=\"right\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"70%\">1482 mm \/ 58.3 in<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"label\" align=\"left\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"30%\">rear track<\/td>\n<td class=\"value\" align=\"right\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"70%\">1485 mm \/ 58.5 in<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"label\" align=\"left\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"30%\">length<\/td>\n<td class=\"value\" align=\"right\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"70%\">4905 mm \/ 193.1 in<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"label\" align=\"left\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"30%\">width<\/td>\n<td class=\"value\" align=\"right\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"70%\">1845 mm \/ 72.6 in<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"label\" align=\"left\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"30%\">height<\/td>\n<td class=\"value\" align=\"right\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"70%\">1420 mm \/ 55.9 in<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"label\" align=\"left\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"30%\">transmission<\/td>\n<td class=\"value\" align=\"right\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"70%\">4-Speed Automatic<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"label\" align=\"left\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"30%\">final drive<\/td>\n<td class=\"value\" align=\"right\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"70%\">3.69:1<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"label\" align=\"left\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"30%\">0 &#8211; 100 kph<\/td>\n<td class=\"value\" align=\"right\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"70%\">~9.4 seconds<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<tr>\n<td class=\"label\" align=\"left\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"30%\">fuel capacity<\/td>\n<td class=\"value\" align=\"right\" valign=\"bottom\" width=\"70%\">82 litres or 21.65 gal.<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>\n<h4>Auction Sales History<\/h4>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-276958\" src=\"http:\/\/supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/1109394-1024.jpg\" alt=\"1109394-1024\" width=\"\" height=\"\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"copy-paste-block\"><b><a href=\"http:\/\/www.supercars.net\/Pics?viewCarPic=y&amp;source=carGal&amp;carID=4974&amp;pgID=1&amp;pID=1109394\">1971 Mercedes-Benz 280SE 3.5 Cabriolet 111027.12.003241<\/a> &#8211; sold for $313,500<\/b> Lovely factory color-combination of Light Beige over Dark Brown Leather. Desirable 3.5 V8 with factory floor-shift automatic transmission. Beautifully presented inside and out Mercedes-Benz&#8217; last hand built automobile. Offered with copies of the Mercedes-Benz factory build sheets.<br \/>\n<b>Auction Source: <\/b><a href=\"http:\/\/www.supercars.net\/gallery\/119513\/3261\/1.html\">2015 Quail Lodge Auction by Bonhams<\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"copy-paste-block\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-276959\" src=\"http:\/\/supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/1109206-1024.jpg\" alt=\"1109206-1024\" width=\"\" height=\"\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"copy-paste-block\">\n<div class=\"copy-paste-block\"><b><a href=\"http:\/\/www.supercars.net\/Pics?viewCarPic=y&amp;source=carGal&amp;carID=4974&amp;pgID=1&amp;pID=1109206\">1971 Mercedes-Benz 280 SE 3.5 111.027.12.001038<\/a> &#8211; sold for $330,000<\/b> Two private California owners from new; only 55,000 actual miles. Desirable console shift, Behr air conditioning, and Becker radio. Superb, rare original color combination. Fresh engine-out cosmetic restoration, including new paint and top. Show-detailed presentation, including the undercarriage. Includes owner&#8217;s books, jack, and tools.<br \/>\n<b>Auction Source: <\/b><a href=\"http:\/\/www.supercars.net\/gallery\/119513\/3254\/1.html\">RM Sotheby&#8217;s Monterey 2015<\/a><br \/>\n<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-276961\" src=\"http:\/\/supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/1099785-1024.jpg\" alt=\"1099785-1024\" width=\"\" height=\"\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"copy-paste-block\">\n<div class=\"copy-paste-block\"><b><a href=\"http:\/\/www.supercars.net\/Pics?viewCarPic=y&amp;source=carGal&amp;carID=4974&amp;pgID=1&amp;pID=1108842\">1971 Mercedes-Benz 280 SE 3.5 Cabriolet 111.027.12.002871<\/a> &#8211; sold for $429,000<\/b> Two-year, show-quality restoration by Road Scholars in breathtaking dark blue over tobacco. Powered by its original matching-numbers 3.5-liter V-8 engine. Rare and desirable floor-shift automatic model. Features desirable factory air conditioning and a Becker radio. Includes a proper set of tools, a jack, and a correct owner\u2019s manual. Enjoyed over the past 30 years by just two long-term owners.<br \/>\n<b>Auction Source: <\/b><a href=\"http:\/\/www.supercars.net\/gallery\/119513\/3254\/1.html\">RM Sotheby&#8217;s Monterey 2015<\/a><br \/>\n<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-276962\" src=\"http:\/\/supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/1098931-1024.jpg\" alt=\"1098931-1024\" width=\"\" height=\"\" \/><\/div>\n<div class=\"copy-paste-block\">\n<div class=\"copy-paste-block\"><b><a href=\"http:\/\/www.supercars.net\/Pics?viewCarPic=y&amp;source=carGal&amp;carID=4974&amp;pgID=1&amp;pID=1099785\">1971 Mercedes-Benz 280 SE 3.5 Cabriolet 111.027.12.000776<\/a> &#8211; sold for $280,500<\/b> Superbly Presented Mercedes-Benz Icon. Luxurious Hand-Built Leather, Wood, and Wool Interior. Powerful 3.5-Liter SOHC V-8 and Desirable 4-Speed Automatic. Collector-Owned; Properly Maintained Two-Owner Example. One of Mercedes-Benz\u2019s Final Hand-Built Models.<br \/>\n<b>Auction Source: <\/b><a href=\"http:\/\/www.supercars.net\/gallery\/119513\/3219\/1.html\">The 2015 Amelia Island Auction by Gooding &amp; Company<\/a><br \/>\n<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-276963\" src=\"http:\/\/supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/1093739-1024.jpg\" alt=\"1093739-1024\" width=\"\" height=\"\" \/><\/div>\n<div class=\"copy-paste-block\">\n<div class=\"copy-paste-block\"><b><a href=\"http:\/\/www.supercars.net\/Pics?viewCarPic=y&amp;source=carGal&amp;carID=4974&amp;pgID=1&amp;pID=1093739\">1971 Mercedes-Benz 280 SE 3.5 Cabriolet 111.027.12.001202<\/a> &#8211; sold for $429,000<\/b> A beautifully presented low-mileage example. Matching numbers and believed original throughout. Powered by the most desirable 3.5-liter V-8 engine.<br \/>\n<b>Auction Source: <\/b><a href=\"http:\/\/www.supercars.net\/gallery\/119513\/3170\/1.html\">2014 Monterey by RM Auctions<\/a><br \/>\n<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-276964\" src=\"http:\/\/supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/1093461-1024.jpg\" alt=\"1093461-1024\" width=\"\" height=\"\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"copy-paste-block\">\n<div class=\"copy-paste-block\"><b><a href=\"http:\/\/www.supercars.net\/Pics?viewCarPic=y&amp;source=carGal&amp;carID=4974&amp;pgID=1&amp;pID=1093461\">1971 Mercedes-Benz 280 SE 3.5 Cabriolet 111027.12.004323 <\/a> &#8211; sold for $264,000<\/b> Matching numbers example. Desirable 3.5 V8 with floor-shift and air conditioning. Factory livery in Tunis Beige over Cognac. One of the last great classics from Mercedes-Benz. Offered with factory records, books and tools.<br \/>\n<b>Auction Source: <\/b><a href=\"http:\/\/www.supercars.net\/gallery\/119513\/3162\/1.html\">2014 Quail Lodge Auction by Bonhams<\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"copy-paste-block\"><\/div>\n<div class=\"copy-paste-block\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-276965\" src=\"http:\/\/supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/1085948-1024.jpg\" alt=\"1085948-1024\" width=\"\" height=\"\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"copy-paste-block\"><b><a href=\"http:\/\/www.supercars.net\/Pics?viewCarPic=y&amp;source=carGal&amp;carID=4974&amp;pgID=1&amp;pID=1085948\">1971 Mercedes-Benz 280 SE 3.5 Cabriolet 111.027.12.002841<\/a> &#8211; sold for $335,500<\/b> An exceptional, original, unrestored car. Only 56,000 actual miles. Complete books and tools, and an extensive file of receipts and literature. Certainly among the best examples available anywhere. The ultimate \u201cusable Classic\u201d.<br \/>\n<b>Auction Source: <\/b><a href=\"http:\/\/www.supercars.net\/gallery\/119513\/3111\/1.html\">Amelia Island 2014 by RM Auctions<\/a><br \/>\n<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-276967\" src=\"http:\/\/supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/1080768-1024.jpg\" alt=\"1080768-1024\" width=\"\" height=\"\" \/><\/div>\n<div class=\"copy-paste-block\"><b><a href=\"http:\/\/www.supercars.net\/Pics?viewCarPic=y&amp;source=carGal&amp;carID=4974&amp;pgID=1&amp;pID=1080922\">1971 Mercedes-Benz 280 SE 3.5 Cabriolet 111.027.12.002687<\/a> &#8211; sold for $297,000<\/b> The most powerful and expensive Mercedes convertible of its era. Factory air conditioning, power windows, and radio. A low-mileage example; single ownership for 25 years. Recipient of a ground-up restoration.<br \/>\n<b>Auction Source: <\/b><a href=\"http:\/\/www.supercars.net\/gallery\/119513\/3083\/1.html\">2014 Arizona by RM Auctions<\/a><br \/>\n<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-276968\" src=\"http:\/\/supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/1080733-1024.jpg\" alt=\"1080733-1024\" width=\"\" height=\"\" \/><\/div>\n<div class=\"copy-paste-block\">\n<p><b><a href=\"http:\/\/www.supercars.net\/Pics?viewCarPic=y&amp;source=carGal&amp;carID=4974&amp;pgID=1&amp;pID=1080768\">1971 Mercedes-Benz 280 SE 3.5 Cabriolet 111.027.12.004156<\/a> &#8211; sold for $220,000<\/b> Extremely Rare and Desirable Model. Last of the Hand-Assembled Luxury Cars from Mercedes-Benz. V-8 Performance with Full-Power Features. Offered in an Attractive Color Combination. Rare Floor-Shift Variant.<br \/>\n<b>Auction Source: <\/b><a href=\"http:\/\/www.supercars.net\/gallery\/119513\/3081\/2.html\">The Scottsdale Auctions by Gooding &amp; Company<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-276969\" src=\"http:\/\/supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/1072715-1024.jpg\" alt=\"1072715-1024\" width=\"\" height=\"\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"copy-paste-block\"><b><a href=\"http:\/\/www.supercars.net\/Pics?viewCarPic=y&amp;source=carGal&amp;carID=4974&amp;pgID=1&amp;pID=1072715\">1971 Mercedes-Benz 280SE 3.5 Cabriolet 111.027.12.001965<\/a> &#8211; sold for $220,000<\/b> One-year-only 3.5-liter Cabriolet. Factory Behr air conditioning and Becker Mexico radio. Fully serviced, recently refreshed, and impeccably maintained.<br \/>\n<b>Auction Source: <\/b><a href=\"http:\/\/www.supercars.net\/gallery\/119513\/3023\/1.html\">2013 Monterey Auction by RM Auctions<\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"copy-paste-block\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-276971\" src=\"http:\/\/supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/1062514-1024.jpg\" alt=\"1062514-1024\" width=\"\" height=\"\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"copy-paste-block\">\n<div class=\"copy-paste-block\">\n<p><b><a href=\"http:\/\/www.supercars.net\/Pics?viewCarPic=y&amp;source=carGal&amp;carID=4974&amp;pgID=1&amp;pID=1072441\">1971 Mercedes-Benz 280 SE 3.5 Cabriolet 111.027.12.002320<\/a> &#8211; sold for $236,500<\/b> Well-Preserved Restoration to Concours Standards. One of Only 1,232 3.5 Cabriolets Built. Desirably Optioned with Floor Shift and Air-Conditioning. 2011 Best in Class Award Winner. A Hand-Built Modern Classic.<br \/>\n<b>Auction Source: <\/b><a href=\"http:\/\/www.supercars.net\/gallery\/119513\/3020\/1.html\">Gooding &amp; Company\u2019s 10th Anniversary 2013 Pebble Beach Auction<\/a><\/p>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-276972\" src=\"http:\/\/supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/1057736-1024.jpg\" alt=\"1057736-1024\" width=\"\" height=\"\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"copy-paste-block\"><b><a href=\"http:\/\/www.supercars.net\/Pics?viewCarPic=y&amp;source=carGal&amp;carID=4974&amp;pgID=1&amp;pID=1057736\">1971 Mercedes-Benz 280 SE 3.5 Cabriolet 111.027.12.003266<\/a> &#8211; sold for $220,000<\/b> Known Ownership from New. Beautifully Preserved Original Interior. Sympathetic Restoration in Original Silver Livery. Built with Floor Shift and Rare Limited-Slip Differential. Low-Mileage Example.<br \/>\n<b>Auction Source: <\/b><a href=\"http:\/\/www.supercars.net\/gallery\/119513\/2935\/1.html\">The 2013 Scottsdale Auctions by Gooding &amp; Company<\/a><\/div>\n<div class=\"copy-paste-block\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-276973\" src=\"http:\/\/supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/1057634-1024.jpg\" alt=\"1057634-1024\" width=\"\" height=\"\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"copy-paste-block\">\n<div class=\"copy-paste-block\"><b><a href=\"http:\/\/www.supercars.net\/Pics?viewCarPic=y&amp;source=carGal&amp;carID=4974&amp;pgID=1&amp;pID=1057634\">1971 Mercedes-Benz 280 SE 3.5 Cabriolet 111.027.12.004389<\/a> &#8211; sold for $151,250<\/b> Beautifully Preserved Original 3.5. Unusual Factory Color Combination. Single Family Ownership for Nearly 30 Years. A Remarkably Versatile Classic Mercedes-Benz.<br \/>\n<b>Auction Source: <\/b><a href=\"http:\/\/www.supercars.net\/gallery\/119513\/2935\/1.html\">The 2013 Scottsdale Auctions by Gooding &amp; Company<\/a><br \/>\n<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-276974\" src=\"http:\/\/supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/10082921.jpg\" alt=\"1008292\" width=\"\" height=\"\" \/><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"copy-paste-block\">\n<div class=\"copy-paste-block\"><b><a href=\"http:\/\/www.supercars.net\/Pics?viewCarPic=y&amp;source=carGal&amp;carID=4974&amp;pgID=1&amp;pID=1008292\">1971 Mercedes-Benz 280SE 3.5 Cabriolet<\/a> &#8211; <\/b><\/p>\n<div class=\"copy-paste-block\">The 1971 Mercedes-Benz 280SE 3.5 Cabriolet offered here is an excellent example both aesthetically and mechanically. Having spent many years within the private collection of noted Mercedes-Benz collector Stuart Roffman, it received exemplary care. In 2004, it was given a bare-metal refinish in its original color of Signal Red; the following year a correct leather interior was installed, and the car was mechanically serviced, with all work performed by Mercedes-Benz expert Jim Cosgrove of Old Timer Restorations.<\/div>\n<p><b>Auction Source: <\/b><a href=\"http:\/\/www.supercars.net\/gallery\/119513\/2713\/1.html\">2011 Monterey Auction by RM<\/a><br \/>\n<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-276975\" src=\"http:\/\/supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/9869541.jpg\" alt=\"986954\" width=\"\" height=\"\" \/><\/div>\n<div class=\"copy-paste-block\">\n<div class=\"copy-paste-block\"><b><a href=\"http:\/\/www.supercars.net\/Pics?viewCarPic=y&amp;source=carGal&amp;carID=4974&amp;pgID=1&amp;pID=986954\">1971 Mercedes-Benz 280SE 3.5 Cabriolet<\/a> &#8211; <\/b><\/p>\n<div class=\"copy-paste-block\">The 1971 Mercedes 280SE 3.5 offered here is a very clean example with a four-speed column shift automatic transmission and air conditioning. With 9,470 miles indicated, the overall condition is very good. The chrome work is showing only slight signs of age. Its brick-red leather interior is exceptionally well maintained, and the burgundy carpeting is just as clean \u2013 a nice contrast to the silver finish and black top. The car has also benefitted from recent mechanical service.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><b>Auction Source: <\/b><a href=\"http:\/\/www.supercars.net\/gallery\/119513\/2616\/1.html\">2011 Amelia Island Auction by RM Auctions<\/a><br \/>\n<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-276976\" src=\"http:\/\/supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/9662521.jpg\" alt=\"966252\" width=\"\" height=\"\" \/><\/div>\n<div class=\"copy-paste-block\">\n<div class=\"copy-paste-block\"><b><a href=\"http:\/\/www.supercars.net\/Pics?viewCarPic=y&amp;source=carGal&amp;carID=4974&amp;pgID=1&amp;pID=966252\">1971 Mercedes-Benz 280SE 3.5 Cabriolet<\/a> &#8211;<\/b><\/p>\n<div class=\"copy-paste-block\">The 280SE 3.5 Cabriolet pictured here is a lovely example of this very sought-after model. Presented in white with its original soft top and a handsome brown leather interior, it is also fitted with electric windows and still retains its rare original steel wheels, complete with stainless steel painted wheel rims. The car has covered 58,500 miles from new and is in very good overall condition with a fresh MoT.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><b>Auction Source: <\/b><a href=\"http:\/\/www.supercars.net\/gallery\/119513\/2532\/1.html\">2010 Automobiles of London by RM Auctions<\/a><br \/>\n<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-276977\" src=\"http:\/\/supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/9548622.jpg\" alt=\"954862\" width=\"\" height=\"\" \/><\/div>\n<div class=\"copy-paste-block\">\n<div class=\"copy-paste-block\">\n<p><b><a href=\"http:\/\/www.supercars.net\/Pics?viewCarPic=y&amp;source=carGal&amp;carID=4974&amp;pgID=1&amp;pID=954862\">1971 Mercedes-Benz 280 SE 3.5 Convertible<\/a> &#8211; <\/b><\/p>\n<div class=\"copy-paste-block\">Reported to drive capably and shift smoothly, this distinguished 280 SE 3.5 still features all of its original body panels and its stock Becker Europa radio. It is equipped with power windows and Behr air conditioning, and has recently had its brakes and suspension evaluated and serviced as needed. Wonderfully restored and cared for by marque experts with decades of collective experience, this highly desirable Mercedes-Benz Convertible is a pristine example of the marque\u2019s last great 5-passenger luxury convertible of the post-war period.<br \/>\n<b>Auction Source: <\/b><a href=\"http:\/\/www.supercars.net\/gallery\/119513\/2494\/2.html\">2010 Gooding &amp; Company Pebble Beach Auction<\/a><\/div>\n<p><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-276978\" src=\"http:\/\/supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/9183182.jpg\" alt=\"918318\" width=\"\" height=\"\" \/><\/p>\n<div class=\"copy-paste-block\"><b><a href=\"http:\/\/www.supercars.net\/Pics?viewCarPic=y&amp;source=carGal&amp;carID=4974&amp;pgID=1&amp;pID=918318\">1971 Mercedes-Benz 280 SE 3.5 Convertible<\/a> &#8211; <\/b><\/p>\n<div class=\"copy-paste-block\">Much of the early life of this vehicle was spent in the southern United States. It has had only four owners since new. In the late 1970s, the car was purchased by its second owner.<\/div>\n<p><b>Auction Source: <\/b><a href=\"http:\/\/www.supercars.net\/gallery\/119513\/2366\/2.html\">Gooding &amp; Company 2010 Amelia Island Auction<\/a><br \/>\n<img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-276979\" src=\"http:\/\/supercars.net\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/8839772.jpg\" alt=\"883977\" width=\"\" height=\"\" \/><\/div>\n<div class=\"copy-paste-block\"><b><a href=\"http:\/\/www.supercars.net\/Pics?viewCarPic=y&amp;source=carGal&amp;carID=4974&amp;pgID=1&amp;pID=883977\">1971 Mercedes-Benz 280SE 3.5 Convertible<\/a> &#8211; <\/b><\/p>\n<div class=\"copy-paste-block\">The beautiful 1971 Mercedes-Benz 280SE 3.5 Cabriolet presented here in white with a dark blue top and interior has always been very well maintained and cared for. Notably, it was recently treated to a full mechanical service that included refurbishing the AC sys<\/div>\n<p><b>Auction Source: <\/b><a href=\"http:\/\/www.supercars.net\/gallery\/119513\/2169\/1.html\">2009 RM Auctions Sports &amp; Classics of Monterey <\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>1969\u21921971 Mercedes-Benz 280 SE 3.5 Cabriolet In September 1969, clearly more powerful versions of the 280 SE 3.5 Coup\u00e9 and Cabriolet were introduced. The completely newly developed 3.5-litre V8 engine with an output of 147 kW excelled in particularly smooth running characteristics and gave the car a sports-car-like performance. 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