Mercedes-Benz 280 E
(1976 - 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 E
4-Door Sedan, 185 PS, 2746 cm3
4-Door Sedan, 177 PS, 2746 cm3
4-Door Sedan, 160 PS, 2746 cm3
Coupe, 160 PS, 2746 cm3
Coupe, 185 PS, 2746 cm3
4-Door Sedan, 160 PS, 2746 cm3
4-Door Sedan, 185 PS, 2746 cm3
4-Door Sedan, 185 PS, 2746 cm3
Convertible, 185 PS, 2746 cm3
Convertible, 185 PS, 2746 cm3
Coupe, 185 PS, 2746 cm3
4-Door Sedan, 156 PS, 2746 cm3
Coupe, 156 PS, 2746 cm3
Coupe, 177 PS, 2746 cm3
Station Wagon, 185 PS, 2746 cm3
4-Door Sedan, 156 PS, 2746 cm3
4-Door Sedan, 185 PS, 2746 cm3
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Auctioned vehicles of Mercedes-Benz 280 E
| Brand | Model | Year | Status | Auction name | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz 280E auto 1977 Not Sold Brightwells Classic & Vintage Cars and Motorcycles (November 27, 2013) |
280E auto | 1977 | Not Sold | Brightwells Classic & Vintage Cars and Motorcycles (November 27, 2013) | |
| Mercedes-Benz 280E AMG Sports Saloon 1982 Sold Bonhams Les Grand Marques du Monde à Paris (February 2, 2023) |
280E AMG Sports Saloon | 1982 | Sold | Bonhams Les Grand Marques du Monde à Paris (February 2, 2023) | |
| Mercedes-Benz 280E 1981 Sold Anglia Car Auctions Kings Lynn Auction (June 22, 2013) |
280E | 1981 | Sold | Anglia Car Auctions Kings Lynn Auction (June 22, 2013) | |
| Mercedes-Benz 280 E W123 1979 Sold Oldtimer Galerie Toffen Herbst-Versteigerung (October 14, 2023) |
280 E W123 | 1979 | Sold | Oldtimer Galerie Toffen Herbst-Versteigerung (October 14, 2023) | |
| Mercedes-Benz 280 E (123) 1978 Sold ACA Kings Lynn Auction (August 27, 2016) |
280 E (123) | 1978 | Sold | ACA Kings Lynn Auction (August 27, 2016) | |
| Mercedes-Benz 280 E 1979 Sold Oldtimer Galerie Toffen Toffen Auktion (September 14, 2013) |
280 E | 1979 | Sold | Oldtimer Galerie Toffen Toffen Auktion (September 14, 2013) | |
| Mercedes-Benz 280 E 1978 Sold Dorotheum Fahrzeug Auktionen Klassische Fahrzeuge (July 2, 2022) |
280 E | 1978 | Sold | Dorotheum Fahrzeug Auktionen Klassische Fahrzeuge (July 2, 2022) | |
| Mercedes-Benz 280 E (123) 1984 Sold Brightwells Leominster Sale (June 23, 2016) |
280 E (123) | 1984 | Sold | Brightwells Leominster Sale (June 23, 2016) | |
| Mercedes-Benz 280 E W123 1981 Sold Oldtimer Galerie Toffen Toffen (March 28, 2020) |
280 E W123 | 1981 | Sold | Oldtimer Galerie Toffen Toffen (March 28, 2020) | |
| Mercedes-Benz 280 E (123) 1979 Not Sold Classics Central Bedfordshire (February 28, 2016) |
280 E (123) | 1979 | Not Sold | Classics Central Bedfordshire (February 28, 2016) |
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