1974 Mercedes-Benz 280 C

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE 

In November 1968, Mercedes-Benz unveiled the new coupe models 250 C and 250 CE, rounding off the W114/115 series at the upper end and introducing an exclusive coupe version to the intermediate-class product line for the first time. The coupes shared the basic technical concept and design with the sedans, closely resembling the 250-type sedan up to the A-pillar. However, from the A-pillar onwards, differences became more pronounced, with the coupe featuring a flatter front screen, a roof 45 millimeters lower than the sedan, and a two-door layout. The frameless front and rear side windows added to the car's elegant sportscar characteristics, along with a longer rear bumper extending to the wheel arches. Engine options included a 2.5-liter six-cylinder unit, with the coupe equipped with the most powerful engine of the series. In April 1972, alongside the new 280 sedan, the corresponding coupe version 280 C was introduced, featuring a completely new six-cylinder engine with two overhead camshafts. Following a model revision in September 1973, incorporating various safety and design enhancements, production of the "Stroke Eight" coupes ceased in August 1976, paving the way for their successors, the 123 series coupe models, which debuted in April 1977. 

Highlights 

• Finished in Stone-Pine Green Metallic 

• Bamboo Leather interior 

• Powered by a 2.8-liter double-overhead-camshaft “M110” inline six 

• Four-speed automatic transmission 

• Original Becker Europa II Stereo 

• The factory air conditioning has been converted to r134a and utilizes a modern rotary-style compressor 

• Please note that while the odometer reads just under 70,000 miles at the time of listing, the true mileage is unknown 

Features 

• Floor-mounted gear selector 

• Power steering 

• Four-wheel power disc brakes 

• Central locking 

• Power antenna 

• Folding center armrest 

• Tinted glass 

• Reclining bucket seats 

• Quartz clock 

• Chrome roof bars 

• Locking glove box 

• Full-wheel covers with color-keyed centers 

• Gully-tufted carpet 

• Heated rear window 

Known Imperfections 

• Minor paint imperfections as pictured 

• Minor dents in the chrome trim 

• Broken handle for the passenger seat adjustment 

• Chip in the windsheild

Included 

• Original window sticker 

• Service records 

• Battery tender 

• Reproduction owner’s manual 

Ownership History 

The current owner of this 1974 Mercedes-Benz 280 C purchased the car from Miami, Florida, in November 2022.  

Additional Notes 

A Broad Arrow Group Consignment Specialist is working as an agent on behalf of the owner of this vehicle. 

Contact: Hunter Harris  Phone: 772.925.9304  email: hharris@hagerty.com 

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