Mercedes-Benz 280 CE
(1977 - 1985)
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It was not just one luxury sedan among many. It was the luxury sedan. The one against which all others had to measure themselves. The one that was only measured against the very highest standards. The Mercedes-Benz W 116 once again drew from the full before lightweight construction and air resistance put an end to the Swabian solid construction of steel and chrome. This article describes why the first S-Class, even with its six-cylinder engine, belonged to the pinnacle of automotive engineering and shows a picture of a Caledonia green 280 SE.
In the seventies and eighties, the Mercedes W123 model series was an integral part of the everyday street scene. In addition to private individuals, its regular customers included cab drivers, who appreciated the comfort, reliability and durability of what was then the most successful model series. Today, the W123 is a popular classic, but there are no longer many of them in our part of the world, as some have been exported and are used as cabs or limousines abroad.
Over 35 years ago, Mercedes presented the S-Class of the W 126 series, the superlative saloon that was more aerodynamic, safer and more innovative than all the competition. Only the simple and unusual design initially caused some controversy, but the continuing success and over 800,000 units produced proved that Mercedes was right. This driving report portrays a Mercedes-Benz 500 SE of the first W-126 generation and describes its development and special features.
It took almost eight years to develop and prepare for production, and then the cab drivers refused to accept progress, even organizing protest rallies because they preferred the predecessor. And today, almost 35 years later, the Mercedes-Benz 124 model series is known as the last "real" Mercedes. Over two million saloons were built over 11 years, and today they are as popular as their predecessors. This report describes the history of the 124 model series, portrays a 280 E from 1993 and explains how it feels today, 25 years after its production.
Current market prices for Mercedes-Benz 280 CE
Coupe, 176 PS, 2746 cm3
Coupe, 136 PS, 2299 cm3
4-Door Sedan, 160 PS, 2746 cm3
4-Door Sedan, 184 PS, 2746 cm3
4-Door Sedan, 184 PS, 2746 cm3
Convertible, 184 PS, 2746 cm3
Convertible, 184 PS, 2746 cm3
Coupe, 184 PS, 2746 cm3
4-Door Sedan, 156 PS, 2746 cm3
4-Door Sedan, 176 PS, 2746 cm3
Coupe, 156 PS, 2746 cm3
Station Wagon, 184 PS, 2746 cm3
4-Door Sedan, 156 PS, 2746 cm3
4-Door Sedan, 184 PS, 2746 cm3
4-Door Sedan, 184 PS, 2746 cm3
Off-Road Vehicle, 156 PS, 2717 cm3
Off-Road Vehicle, 149 PS, 2717 cm3
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Auctioned vehicles of Mercedes-Benz 280 CE
| Brand | Model | Year | Status | Auction name | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz 280 CE (W123) 1981 Sold Iconic Auctioneers Practical Classic Car and Restoration Show Versteigerung (March 22, 2025) |
280 CE (W123) | 1981 | Sold | Iconic Auctioneers Practical Classic Car and Restoration Show Versteigerung (March 22, 2025) | |
| Mercedes-Benz 280 CE 1979 Sold Humer Granner Classic Expo Salzburg (October 18, 2025) |
280 CE | 1979 | Sold | Humer Granner Classic Expo Salzburg (October 18, 2025) | |
| Mercedes-Benz 280 CE 1984 Sold RM/Sotheby's St. Moritz (September 15, 2023) |
280 CE | 1984 | Sold | RM/Sotheby's St. Moritz (September 15, 2023) | |
| Mercedes-Benz 280 CE (123) 1985 Sold Brightwells Leominster Sale (June 23, 2016) |
280 CE (123) | 1985 | Sold | Brightwells Leominster Sale (June 23, 2016) | |
| Mercedes-Benz 280 CE (123) 1985 Withdrawn Barons Autumn Classic (October 27, 2015) |
280 CE (123) | 1985 | Withdrawn | Barons Autumn Classic (October 27, 2015) | |
| Mercedes-Benz 280 CE (123) 1983 Sold ACA Kings Lynn Auction (April 4, 2015) |
280 CE (123) | 1983 | Sold | ACA Kings Lynn Auction (April 4, 2015) | |
| Mercedes-Benz 280 CE 1978 Conditional Sale Oldtimer Galerie Toffen Oktober-Versteigerung (October 16, 2021) |
280 CE | 1978 | Conditional Sale | Oldtimer Galerie Toffen Oktober-Versteigerung (October 16, 2021) | |
| Mercedes-Benz 280 CE (123) 1985 Not Sold Classic Car Auctions UK The Classic Car Sale (June 18, 2016) |
280 CE (123) | 1985 | Not Sold | Classic Car Auctions UK The Classic Car Sale (June 18, 2016) | |
| Mercedes-Benz 280 CE (123) 1983 Not Sold Auktionshaus Lippe Oldtimerauktion in Borken (November 5, 2016) |
280 CE (123) | 1983 | Not Sold | Auktionshaus Lippe Oldtimerauktion in Borken (November 5, 2016) | |
| Mercedes-Benz 280 CE auto 1984 Sold H&H Classics The Chateau Impney Motor Car Auction (December 3, 2014) |
280 CE auto | 1984 | Sold | H&H Classics The Chateau Impney Motor Car Auction (December 3, 2014) |
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