The Mercedes-Benz W108-series was launched in 1965 to replace the W111 "Fintail" models and remained in production until 1972. Designed by the legendary Paul Bracq, its elegant, clean lines were the epitome of understated luxury and remain as timelessly beautiful today as they did over half a century ago.
This Australian-delivered 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280SE is a fuel-injected example of the final evolution of the W108 series and presents in the highly sought-after factory colour of Medium Blue (DB350), perfectly complemented by a Cream MB-Tex interior. This refined and quintessentially 1970s Mercedes-Benz combination exudes a sophisticated presence, further accentuated by the car's well-preserved original brightwork, elegant chrome detailing, and classic Mercedes hubcaps.
This particular example has been beautifully preserved in highly original condition, with the interior exhibiting exceptional levels of care—the dash timber, upholstery, and switchgear are all in excellent order, reflecting the quality and craftsmanship of the era.
Unlike many examples that were later retrofitted with aftermarket air-conditioning, this 280SE retains its original, factory-fitted Behr air-conditioning system—a rare and highly desirable factory option. The system remains fully functional and ice-cold, providing modern-day comfort while maintaining the originality of the cabin.
Under the bonnet lies the 2.8L M130 straight-six, which in SE specification benefits from Bosch fuel injection, delivering 160 horsepower (118kW)—a noticeable improvement over the carburetted version. Power is sent to the rear wheels via a four-speed automatic transmission developed in-house by Daimler-Benz, ensuring a smooth yet engaging drive. The W108 was renowned for its refinement, impeccable ride quality, and precise handling, and this example continues to deliver a sublime on-road experience.
This 280SE has been maintained to an exceptional standard, with a number of receipts for work carried out over the last four years by a leading Mercedes-Benz specialist, ensuring it remains in outstanding mechanical condition.
A period-correct Becker Mexico AM/FM radio cassette remains in place, complete with its original instruction manual and warranty certificate. Additionally, all original factory literature has been retained, further adding to the vehicle’s authenticity and collectability.
With its Australian-delivered provenance, rare factory Behr air-conditioning, stunning original colour combination, and superb overall condition, this 280SE is a true collector’s example of the W108 series. As a car that embodies the golden age of Mercedes-Benz craftsmanship, it represents an exceptional opportunity for the enthusiast seeking an elegant and historically significant classic. Registration in NSW is until August 2026.
We are a boutique dealership located in a warehouse just 15 minutes from the Sydney CBD and 15 minutes from the airport. We pride ourselves on the quality of our cars and specialise in Mercedes-Benz. Our stock is hand-picked and each car is meticulously checked prior to being offered for sale by a specialist third-party technician. We are MTA members and agents for NSW Roads and Maritime Services, enabling us to transfer registrations and perform other transactions such as number plate transfer from our office. A range of other services is also offered including the transport of cars to any state or overseas, and competitive financing rates for all cars including older ones. Our showroom is indoors and off-street parking is available for our customers inside. We are Mercedes-Benz Club members and specialise in the brand, and aim to provide our customers with a high level of personalised service befitting of the unique cars that we offer.
The Mercedes-Benz W108-series was launched in 1965 to replace the W111 "Fintail" models and ran through to 1972. Designed by Frenchman Paul Bracq, its simple but elegant lines remain as timelessly beautiful today as they did almost 60 years ago.
This stunning 1969-built 280S is one of the last of the W108 line and is finished in Light Ivory with a bamboo MB-Tex interior. It was delivered new by James Sutherland Mercedes-Benz of Waitara to a North Shore customer and remained in the original owner's care up until two years ago, at which time it passed into the hands of a Mercedes-Benz collector. It is showing 91,088 miles on the odometer and comes complete with spare keys, all the original factory literature and manuals, service log book and a large number of receipts for mechanical work done on the vehicle dating back to the early '70s. The car is in excellent original condition both inside and out, with a highlight being the interior trim and dash timber - all of which are in excellent order for the car's age. Soon after the car's delivery it was locally fitted with a Mark IV air-conditioning system, which was done very much in the style of the factory-fitted Behr OEM system. A 1970s Becker Mexico AM/FM radio cassette has been fitted, and it is complete with its operating instructions and original warranty certificate. The 280S is powered by the 2.8L straight-six M130 engine, with fuel fed by twin carburettors. It develops 138 horsepower (103kW) and drives to the rear wheels via a four-speed automatic transmission designed and built in-house by Daimler-Benz. This remarkable example of the last of the W108 line drives beautifully and delights with the sporty note from its exhaust. Given its originality, excellent provenance and large amount of supporting paperwork, this head-turning 280S is highly collectible and we commend it to any serious collector of the remarkable vehicles from the golden age of Mercedes-Benz.
We are a boutique dealership located in a warehouse just 15 minutes from the Sydney CBD and 15 minutes from the airport. We pride ourselves on the quality of our cars and specialise in Mercedes-Benz. Our stock is hand-picked and each car is meticulously checked prior to being offered for sale by a specialist third-party technician. We are MTA members and agents for NSW Roads and Maritime Services, enabling us to transfer registrations and perform other transactions such as number plate transfer from our office. A range of other services is also offered including the transport of cars to any state or overseas, and competitive financing rates for all cars including older ones. Our showroom is indoors and off-street parking is available for our customers inside. We are Mercedes-Benz Club members and specialise in the brand, and aim to provide our customers with a high level of personalised service befitting of the unique cars that we offer.
The Mercedes-Benz W108-series was launched in 1965 to replace the W111 "Fintail" models and remained in production until 1972. Designed by the legendary Paul Bracq, its elegant, clean lines were the epitome of understated luxury and remain as timelessly beautiful today as they did over half a century ago.
This 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280SE is a fuel-injected example of the final evolution of the W108 series and presents in the highly sought-after factory colour of Medium Blue (DB350), perfectly complemented by a Cream MB-Tex interior. This refined and quintessentially 1970s Mercedes-Benz combination exudes a sophisticated presence, further accentuated by the car's well-preserved original brightwork, elegant chrome detailing, and classic Mercedes hubcaps.
This particular example has been beautifully preserved in highly original condition, with the interior exhibiting exceptional levels of care—the dash timber, upholstery, and switchgear are all in excellent order, reflecting the quality and craftsmanship of the era.
Unlike many examples that were later retrofitted with aftermarket air-conditioning, this 280SE retains its original, factory-fitted Behr air-conditioning system—a rare and highly desirable factory option. The system remains fully functional and ice-cold, providing modern-day comfort while maintaining the originality of the cabin.
Under the bonnet lies the 2.8L M130 straight-six, which in SE specification benefits from Bosch fuel injection, delivering 160 horsepower (118kW)—a noticeable improvement over the carburetted version. Power is sent to the rear wheels via a four-speed automatic transmission developed in-house by Daimler-Benz, ensuring a smooth yet engaging drive. The W108 was renowned for its refinement, impeccable ride quality, and precise handling, and this example continues to deliver a sublime on-road experience.
This 280SE has been maintained to an exceptional standard, with a number of receipts for work carried out over the last four years by a leading Mercedes-Benz specialist, ensuring it remains in outstanding mechanical condition.
A period-correct Becker Mexico AM/FM radio cassette remains in place, complete with its original instruction manual and warranty certificate. Additionally, all original factory literature has been retained, further adding to the vehicle’s authenticity and collectability.
With its rare factory Behr air-conditioning, stunning original colour combination, and superb provenance, this 280SE is a true collector’s example of the W108 series. As a car that embodies the golden age of Mercedes-Benz craftsmanship, it represents an exceptional opportunity for the enthusiast seeking an elegant and historically significant classic.
We are a boutique dealership located in a warehouse just 15 minutes from the Sydney CBD and 15 minutes from the airport. We pride ourselves on the quality of our cars and specialise in Mercedes-Benz. Our stock is hand-picked and each car is meticulously checked prior to being offered for sale by a specialist third-party technician. We are MTA members and agents for NSW Roads and Maritime Services, enabling us to transfer registrations and perform other transactions such as number plate transfer from our office. A range of other services is also offered including the transport of cars to any state or overseas, and competitive financing rates for all cars including older ones. Our showroom is indoors and off-street parking is available for our customers inside. We are Mercedes-Benz Club members and specialise in the brand, and aim to provide our customers with a high level of personalised service befitting of the unique cars that we offer.
The W108-series was launched in 1965 to replace the W111 "Fintail" models and ran through to 1972. Designed by Frenchman Paul Bracq, its simple but elegant lines remain as timelessly beautiful today as they did almost 60 years ago. This 1972-built 280S is one of the very last of the line, and is finished in Aqua Blue with a blue MB-Tex interior. It was delivered new by Morrison's Mercedes-Benz of Chatswood to a North Shore customer and remained in the original owner's care into the early 2000s. It has covered 187,013 miles and comes complete with spare keys, all the original factory literature and manuals, service log book and a large number of receipts for mechanical work done on the vehicle dating back to the early '70s. The car is in excellent original condition, with the paint, trim and dash timber all in very good order for the car's age. The original AWA AM radio remains in the dash, complete with 8-track cartridge facility and even the operating instructions and warranty certificate. This particular example is unusual by way of the optional equipment fitted at the time it was built. It was factory-ordered with the optional 'pistol-grip' automatic transmission selector (rather than the standard column shift) along with a very rare electric sliding steel sunroof. The 280S is powered by the 2.8L straight-six M130 engine, with fuel fed by twin carburettors. It develops 138 horsepower (103kW) and drives to the rear wheels via a four-speed automatic transmission designed and built in-house by Daimler-Benz. This remarkable example of the very last of the W108 line drives beautifully and delights with the sporty note from its exhaust, being somewhat evocative of the W113 'Pagoda' 280SL which shared the same M130 motor. Given its originality, excellent provenance and large amount of supporting paperwork, this wonderful 280S is highly collectible and we commend it highly to any collector of the remarkable vehicles from this golden age of the famous Stuttgart marque.
We are a boutique dealership located in a warehouse just 15 minutes from the Sydney CBD and 15 minutes from the airport. We pride ourselves on the quality of our cars and specialise in Mercedes-Benz. Our stock is hand-picked and each car is meticulously checked prior to being offered for sale by a specialist third-party technician. We are MTA members and agents for NSW Roads and Maritime Services, enabling us to transfer registrations and perform other transactions such as number plate transfer from our office. A range of other services is also offered including the transport of cars to any state or overseas, and competitive financing rates for all cars including older ones. Our showroom is indoors and off-street parking is available for our customers inside. We are Mercedes-Benz Club members and specialise in the brand, and aim to provide our customers with a high level of personalised service befitting of the unique cars that we offer.
Designed by Frenchman Paul Bracq and very much inspired by the lines of his own timeless W111 coupe from 1961, the W114/115-series "Compact" sedan range was launched in 1968 as a replacement for the W110 Fintail models and to sit below the new W108 large sedan range. It quickly established itself as an incredibly durable vehicle, capable of amassing enormous mileages with absolute mechanical reliability. The six-cylinder petrol-engined versions bore the W114 designation, while the fours and the diesels were allotted W115. The series ran right through until 1976, and proved highly popular in Australia as a smaller alternative to the larger and more luxurious W116 S-Class...hence the popular "Compact" nickname of the time .
This remarkable Australian-complied and delivered W114 280E dates from 1974 and is finished in sparkling White with a Tobacco MB-Tex interior, the latter featuring lustrous Zebrano timber trim across the dash. Delivered new on 29 November 1974 by Stellar Motors Mercedes-Benz in Bega NSW to a lady from Tilba, it has covered just 146,403km and presents in extraordinarily clean and original condition. It comes complete with all of its original manuals, factory literature, owner's folder, service log book and a wealth of receipts going all the way back to the car's first scheduled service. Everything about this 280E presents and functions as it should – from the ice-cold air-conditioning through to the central locking, rare optional sliding electric steel sunroof and the original Becker Mexico radio/cassette. The 2.8L 136kW M110 twin-cam straight six engine performs strongly, and the 4-speed automatic transmission provides crisp and smooth gear changes. In 1973 the W114/115 series received a significant facelift, and this 1974 example benefits from the upgrade's new frontal treatment with wider, squat grille and single bumper treatment, fluted rear tail lights and the removal of the front door quarter windows. As a 280E it was also the top of the range, and was sold in much smaller numbers than its petrol 230 and 250 stablemates. Sitting on its original factory 14-inch steel wheels with colour-keyed hubcaps, this stunning W114 is quite possibly the finest of its type available anywhere in Australia at the present time and easily the best of its type seen by us since the late 1990s. These cars are becoming increasingly rare and are being viewed as highly collectible, and there is no doubt that this very special example will find its way into the hands of a serious collector extremely quickly.
We are a boutique dealership located in a warehouse just 15 minutes from the Sydney CBD and 15 minutes from the airport. We pride ourselves on the quality of our cars and specialise in Mercedes-Benz. Our stock is hand-picked and each car is meticulously checked prior to being offered for sale by a specialist third-party technician. We are MTA members and agents for NSW Roads and Maritime Services, enabling us to transfer registrations and perform other transactions such as number plate transfer from our office. A range of other services is also offered including the transport of cars to any state or overseas, and competitive financing rates for all cars including older ones. Our showroom is indoors and off-street parking is available for our customers inside. We are Mercedes-Benz Club members and specialise in the brand, and aim to provide our customers with a high level of personalised service befitting of the unique cars that we offer.
