Extremely rare example with the rarely seen low grille
One of the last 300 cars built
Complete restoration costing €62,000
Supplied with appraisal documentation
Serial numbers are marked as matching
The plus
The W111 was getting old. That was the consensus at Mercedes-Benz headquarters in 1969. It had been almost a decade since the car's introduction, and it was starting to look decidedly old-school, which was a shame - it was one of the last hand-built Mercedes-Benzes, and these were absolutely sumptuous. It really did feel like a swansong for this old car - and with a little subtle tweaking (including a wider, lower grille), it looked a little more modern.
Of course, considering Mercedes-Benz's high-end engineering - the German brand's technicians didn't stop there. They also prepared the car to house their first V8 engine, the 3.5-litre M116. For many luxury car owners in Europe, it was their first taste of American-style power, and it was the biggest post-war engine the company built.
Today, it's truly the W111 you can only dream about. All the boxes are ticked, from the elegant old-school silhouette and luxurious cabin to the robust power under the bonnet. As a result, we expect this car to generate a lot of well-deserved interest.
Having undergone a complete restoration, costing in excess of €62,000, this impressive example boasts an evocative colour scheme, an engine with matching numbers and plenty of documentation. This could well be one of the most remarkable W111s we've ever had at Car & Classic. image.png3.76 MB
History and Documentation
Registered 1971
Third registered owner
Complete restoration in January 2023 at a cost of €62,000
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