Highlights

Desirable four-speed manual gearbox example
Refurbished mechanically, electrically, and cosmetically, we are told
Invoices and records reportedly available for work carried out
Described by the vendor as a reliable daily driver

The Appeal

The W108 280SE is one of Mercedes-Benz's most admired saloons of the early 1970s, pairing a smooth inline-six with the marque's hallmark solidity and engineering integrity. Examples fitted with a four-speed manual gearbox are particularly desirable, making this 1971 car a notable find for the discerning enthusiast.

This 280SE has reportedly been subjected to a thorough refurbishment encompassing its mechanical, electrical, and suspension systems, with the bodywork receiving paint correction and the interior also refurbished. Invoices and records reportedly document the work undertaken, and the car holds a valid technical inspection until April 2027. For those seeking a usable, well-sorted W108 with the added appeal of a manual gearbox, this is one well worth considering.

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Key Information

Mileage: 43,317 km indicated; the odometer is believed to have gone around the clock, with an estimated actual reading of approximately 143,317 km
Country of registration: South Africa
Technical inspection status: valid until April 2027
Technical specs: 2.8-litre M130 inline-six engine (158 hp) paired with a four-speed manual transmission
Paperwork: Invoices and records available for work carried out
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The Detail

Mechanical, electrical, and suspension refurbishment carried out, we are told
Vendor notes the fuel tank, radiator and steering box have been refurbished
Cream interior with wood inlays; reportedly refurbished
One small dent noted on the left rear door
The vendor describes the car as being in good working order
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