Mercedes 280SE

For sale is my original 1970 Mercedes Benz 280SE (W108) sedan.  
Original European car but has spent its entire life in Sunny California. This is a solid. unrestored 280 SE Model. and a very rare European model. with 85K miles (140kms) from new.
This classic Mercedes had been in dry storage for about 15 yrs. The car was put back on the road after a long hibernation in November of 2011. and has been an ocassional driver ever since.  Lived in dry state California since its importation in 1971. 2 owner car. I must stress that this car has no structural rust or rot. It would be perfect to use and enjoy whilst using it as a part of an ongoing or would be the perfect rust free candidate for full restoration. You will not find a more genuine blank canvas car than this. it still retains its original paint. engine. wheels. interior. glass carpets. instruments and fittings.
The engine is the reliable 2. 8L straight six-cylinder motor. with original Fuel Injection. The car starts immediately and without hesitation. idles and runs very well. It maintains full oil pressure and normal water temp at around 175 steadily. The transmission shifts well and precise into all gears. as all the W108s usually do. No engine noises. rattles or overheating.
The speedometer is still the original unit which reads in KM. BOTH the factory odometer and the trip-meter work fine. The indicator for P R D N L does not. Blower. heater/ defroster work fine. The wipers work fine at both speeds. Even the inside courtesy dome lights AND inside-trunk light work!
The original Mercedes Benz horn works. as well as all door locks and window cranks. Tyres are good and battery too.  
The interior is in orignal condition and not subject to any re-trim. There are a few little snags on the leather. as pictured. All door panels. its headliner. rear seat ( including the top of the backrest). both headrests and its carpeting are in good order. It has NEVER been smoked in.  The exterior is completely original and 42-years old! It is flat in places and has the odd crack due to the heat and dryness that it was subject to for its entire life. The sunshine and climate has preserved the structural integrity of this car. I challenge anyone to find another as solid. It has not suffered from rust problems like so many others have done. Overall. a very clean. NON SMOKER California Mercedes Benz 280SE in unrestored condition. and a very rare European model.  It is not a concours car at all. but a Mercedes that you will have fun driving around and still turn heads. I doubt that there are many out there as rust free and unrestored as this! 
I personally imported the car myself and flew out to California to see the car before importing her last year.
Genuine reason for sale.  
Registration document in hand. all EU taxes paid.  The car will require a UK MOT to be registered with the DVLA. but be assured that import and customs duties have been paid.
The car is stored in my garage in SE London (Bexley). 5 miles from JCT2 of the M25. Close to all London airports and the port of Dover. I can arrange delivery to any location across Europe and help with international shipping to a port of choice.
Any inspection welcome.  Potential bidders are encouraged to view prior to bidding to achieve a true sense of feel for the car. She does need some improvement like any unrestored classic car. however. I must stress that she is not a rust bucket and fortunately has survived the rot that so many others have unfortunately succumb to. The paint is dry. yet original and the interior the same.  I would be happy to show anyone around the car before the close of the auction. the kettle is working so please swing by so that you can bid with confidence.
Bid to buy. those that have feedback of less than 10. please contact me first to demonstrate genuine intention.
Note: She is advertised privately thus could be sold prior to auction close.
A deposit of £200 should be received by Paypal or alternative within 24 hours of the auction close. Collection/payment to be made within 7-10 days further to discussion.

Thank you all for your time. All the best with the Auction

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