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1979 Mercedes-Benz 280 SE (W116)

1979 Mercedes-Benz 280 SE (W116)-Auction Lot

Lot Number: 146

1979 Mercedes-Benz 280 SE (W116)

A time-warp example of the rarely seen W116 280 SE...

 

 

LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Saturday 28th March, 2020 at 12.00am GMT at

  • Body Colour

    BODY COLOUR
    Green

  • Registration Number

    REG NUMBER
    YYV452T

  • Odometer Reading

    ODOMETER READING
    39000 Miles

SUMMARY

A time-warp example of the rarely seen W116 280 SE...

 

 

DESCRIPTION

Offered for sale is a 2.8L 1979 Mercedes-Benz 280SE automatic that has been with the current owner for the last 2 years. Coming with a partial history file, this lot's condition scores an impressive 106/135. A time-warp example of the rarely seen W116 280 SE...

 

 

Initially registered on the 19/02/1979 to the first of just three owners

The SE saloons were the predecessors to the acclaimed SEL luxury saloons

The mileage of some 39,000 (atoc) is partly corroborated by previous MOTs

Supplied with the owner's handbook and period MOT Certificates

Innovative in their day, the SE Saloon is the smart choice in the luxury classic market

 

For further information please contact Arwel Richards on 07434 960868. Exterior: 4/5, Interior: 4/5, Engine: 4/5, Transmission: 4/5, Running gear: 4/5, Electrics: 4/5, Vehicle history: 2/5 For a full condition report, view this car on www.classiccarauctions.co.uk/.

SPECIFICATION

Lot Number
146
Make
MERCEDES-BENZ
Model
280SE
Registration Number
YYV452T
Chassis Number
11600000000000
Engine Number
11100000000000
Transmission
automatic
Body Colour
Green

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CONSIGNOR

Consignor

For further information regarding this lot please contact Arwel.

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SCORE:

104 / 130

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About the Seller Rating

A lot's rating is compiled based on information provided by the seller of the lot. We strongly recommend viewing a lot prior to bidding as we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information provided by the seller. We will not entertain any disputes over seller rating details.

Poor Numerous faults / Extensive damage / Many missing parts / Project or donor car

Fair Basic condition / Requires attention mechanically & cosmetically / Some damage / Some missing parts

Good Everyday useable classic car / Driven & enjoyed / Commensurate with age & mileage / Drives and looks as it should / Some vehicle history

Very good Almost pristine / Mechanically & cosmetically sound / Driven only occasionally / Extensive vehicle history

Excellent Pristine / Original / Documented nut & bolt ground-up restoration / Stored professionally / Trailered only / Complete vehicle history

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