Highlights
- Has been owned by one family since new
- Recently serviced at Mercedes-Benz Ben network
- Well maintained and has a charming original patina
- Ready for transfer of ownership with all documents in order
- Registered in Rome
The Appeal
In the 1960s and 1970s, Mercedes-Benz achieved one success after another. Its cars were certainly beautiful and elegant, well-built and comfortable, with a distinct charm that no other car manufacturer seemed able to match. The house of the Three-Pointed Star began a long sequence of successes with the arrival of the W111 and W112 'tail' saloons, which helped the factory achieve production levels that allowed for true economies of scale, and revolutionised its production lines.
By the mid-1960s, the ornamental fins were no longer fashionable, so with the W108, Mercedes design evolved, proposing a particularly imposing and almost regal appearance, with large, light-filled passenger compartments with ample glass surfaces and a slightly lower stance, resulting in elegant and comfortable cars designed for an exclusive clientele, with lines that were both modern and understated.
Today, these extremely pleasant to drive cars are among the most charming European classics, and over the years they have acquired a patina of great charm that makes them even more fascinating and full of retro character. This particular car from 1971 looks just like this and has been owned by the same family for over fifty years.
History and Documentation
- Registered in 1971 with Rome plates
- Owned by one family since new
- Documents in order ready for the transfer of ownership
- Recently serviced at Mercedes network
- Registered with the Italian Automotoclub Storico Italiano
The Condition
- The bodywork presents itself well, with some slight traces of unremarkable surface corrosion
- Original paintwork with a light patina that gives it great authenticity
- Some marks and a few bubbles can be seen, but nothing particularly noticeable
- Wheels and tyres appear to be in good condition
- Interior is well maintained, with a few slight imperfections
- Seats appear well upholstered and well preserved
- Slight patina on the dashboard
- Controls and instruments are efficient and retain their original charm
- Some slight discolouration on door handles
The Mechanics
- 2,746 cm³ 6-cylinder engine
- 4-speed automatic transmission
- Engine compartment in good condition for its age
- Recently serviced
- The seller told us that this car is in very good condition
- No mechanical problems reported
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