Mercedes-Benz 280 SEL
(1974 - 1985)
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"In the midst of a period of economic worries, Daimler-Benz is launching an expensive, large car that aspires to the pinnacle of today's automotive technology..." This was written in "Automobil Revue" in mid-May 1975, the year in which the car market had reached a low point. In fact, it seemed an anachronism for a car company to come out with a new super model during the "oil crisis" that certainly did not have economy written all over it. Nevertheless, the car was a success, with 7,380 vehicles being built. This report summarizes its technical specifications and refers to presentations and test reports. Of particular interest and worthy of note in this article are the original transcripts of the statements made by Mr. Schmidt and Mr. Scherenberg at the presentation, as well as the technical data and press information.
People had actually expected a small Benz from Mercedes; the magazines were full of speculation at the end of the sixties. But then came the Stroke Eight, which replaced the small tail fin and looked completely different from its predecessor. And it was also available with a really powerful engine, the 2.8-liter inline six-cylinder with two overhead camshafts. A predecessor of the AMG sports saloons? This report tells the story of the Stroke Eight and the most powerful model and shows the cars in many historical and modern photos.
In 1975, Mercedes presented the 450 SEL 6.9, the top-of-the-range model of the W 116 S-Class. A powerful V8 with a displacement of 6.8 liters delivered over 280 hp and catapulted the saloon into sports car performance territory. This was also appreciated by the press and, of course, the celebrities of the time. This driving report describes the special features and characteristics of the large saloon and shows them in present-day and historical images, supplemented by a sound sample.
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 SEL
4-Door Sedan, 184 PS, 2746 cm3
4-Door Sedan, 184 PS, 2746 cm3
4-Door Sedan, 199 PS, 3499 cm3
4-Door Sedan, 224 PS, 4520 cm3
4-Door Sedan, 285 PS, 6834 cm3
4-Door Sedan, 217 PS, 3818 cm3
4-Door Sedan, 231 PS, 4973 cm3
4-Door Sedan, 160 PS, 2746 cm3
4-Door Sedan, 184 PS, 2746 cm3
Coupe, 160 PS, 2746 cm3
Coupe, 184 PS, 2746 cm3
4-Door Sedan, 160 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
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Auctioned vehicles of Mercedes-Benz 280 SEL
| Brand | Model | Year | Status | Auction name | Details |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mercedes-Benz 280 SEL (116) 1975 Sold Campen Randers Sale (November 13, 2016) |
280 SEL (116) | 1975 | Sold | Campen Randers Sale (November 13, 2016) | |
| Mercedes Benz 450 SEL 1976 Not Sold Anglia Car Auctions Kings Lynn Auction (April 9, 2016) |
450 SEL | 1976 | Not Sold | Anglia Car Auctions Kings Lynn Auction (April 9, 2016) | |
| Mercedes-Benz 450 SEL (116) 1976 Sold Classic Car Auctions UK Classic Car Sale (September 24, 2016) |
450 SEL (116) | 1976 | Sold | Classic Car Auctions UK Classic Car Sale (September 24, 2016) | |
| Mercedes-Benz 500 SEL (126) 1982 Sold Historics at Brooklands Brooklands Museum 7th March 2015 Cars (March 7, 2015) |
500 SEL (126) | 1982 | Sold | Historics at Brooklands Brooklands Museum 7th March 2015 Cars (March 7, 2015) | |
| Mercedes-Benz 450 SEL 6.9 1979 Sold Dorotheum Fahrzeug Auktionen Classic Expo Salzburg (October 17, 2020) |
450 SEL 6.9 | 1979 | Sold | Dorotheum Fahrzeug Auktionen Classic Expo Salzburg (October 17, 2020) | |
| Mercedes-Benz 380 SEL 1983 Sold SWVA Dorset Sale (July 25, 2014) |
380 SEL | 1983 | Sold | SWVA Dorset Sale (July 25, 2014) | |
| Mercedes-Benz 450 SEL 6.9 (116) 1975 Not Sold Artcurial Automobiles sur les Champs 9 (November 1, 2015) |
450 SEL 6.9 (116) | 1975 | Not Sold | Artcurial Automobiles sur les Champs 9 (November 1, 2015) | |
| Mercedes Benz 450 SEL 1976 Not Sold ACA Kings Lynn (January 23, 2016) |
450 SEL | 1976 | Not Sold | ACA Kings Lynn (January 23, 2016) | |
| Mercedes-Benz 450 SEL 6.9 (116) 1979 Not Sold Classicbid Stuttgart (March 3, 2017) |
450 SEL 6.9 (116) | 1979 | Not Sold | Classicbid Stuttgart (March 3, 2017) | |
| Mercedes-Benz 450 SEL 6.9 1976 Sold Dorotheum Fahrzeug Auktionen Classic Expo Salzburg Versteigerung (October 15, 2022) |
450 SEL 6.9 | 1976 | Sold | Dorotheum Fahrzeug Auktionen Classic Expo Salzburg Versteigerung (October 15, 2022) |
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