1971 Mercedes-Benz 280SE 3.5 Coupe

This 1971 Mercedes-Benz 280SE 3. 5 Coupe is one of 3,270 built between November 1969 and July 1971. The 3,499cc V8 is equipped with Bosch D-Jetronic fuel injection and is mated to a 4-speed automatic. This W111. Services completed in preparation for this tour included an oil/filter change, brake fluid flush, A/C system check, chassis lubrication, a trunk latch repair. A new set of Bridgestone tires was also mounted on the later-spec MB wheels. The finish is a repaint applied about 20 years ago, with some color variation visible ahead of the passenger door. The driverâ??s seat shows two small tears in the leather, and the rear bench also has two tears. A mystery-switch is noted in the front passenger foot well, with no function identified. The sunroof is not operational, but is fully closed and is not leaking. Aftermarket Electronic Speed Control (cruise, with original manual) reportedly worked well on the recent road trip. The Nardi steering wheel has a two-toned wood rim and slotted spokes. Burl wood accents show age-related crazing, and there are chips and some warping to the curved piece at the base of the windshield. The video above shows a full walk-around, under hood view, cabin seating and instrument tour, and behind the wheel drive. The 5-digit odometer shows 14,477 miles and is working inconsistently, with true mileage unknown. This MB data tag indicates delivery equipment included:811 â?? Rear speakers249 â?? Electrically heated rear window492 â?? H. D. Heat Exchanger516 â?? Becker Grand Prix radio531 â?? Automatic antenna580 â?? Behr air conditioning462 â?? Tunis Beige Metallic paintThis optional M116 3. 5L V8 offered 197-200 hp at delivery. Introduced in 1969, this engine was wider than its predecessor, requiring MB to widen the 280SE grille to accommodate it. The 2014 ignition system refresh included a new distributor cap, rotor, points, plugs, and condenser. Also pictured are a hand-sized area of corrosion and cracked paint in the spare tire well of the trunk, and a small rust spot with bubbling paint behind the driver side rear wheel. This video includes a cabin tour and exterior walk around. Additional interior details and a view of the trunk are shown in this short clip. The engine compartment and a short drive are shown here. This video shows interior instruments, highlighting functional and non-working items. Filed under: fintail, w111