One-Owner 1997 Mercedes-Benz C280

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE 

Introduced for the 1994 model year, the W202-generation C-Class succeeded the venerable 190E and established a new entry point into the Mercedes-Benz lineup. The C280 represented the top-tier standard production model in the U.S. market, combining the smooth M104 inline-six engine with Mercedes-Benz engineering, comfort features, and safety technology in a compact luxury sedan package. 

Showing approximately 72,850 miles, this one-owner 1997 Mercedes-Benz C280 is powered by a 2.8-liter M104 inline-six paired with a five-speed automatic transmission and is finished in Smoke Silver Metallic over Cream Beige MB-Tex upholstery. Factory equipment includes heated front seats, a power glass sunroof, automatic climate control, power-adjustable front seats, an onboard temperature display, a stock cassette head unit, and more as outlined below. 

The vehicle was purchased new by the seller’s father in 1997, who has remained the only owner since. The seller further notes that the car recently received a replacement battery. 

This one-owner 1997 Mercedes-Benz C280 is now offered at no reserve by the seller on behalf of the owner with a clean CARFAX Vehicle History Report and a clean Illinois title in the owner's name. 

Highlights

• One-owner example

• Under 73,000 miles shown

• 2.8L M104 inline-six paired with a 5-speed automatic transmission 

• Smoke Silver Metallic over Cream Beige MB-Tex upholstery

• Clean CARFAX Vehicle History Report 

Factory Equipment

Some highlights include:

• 221 - Power-adjustable driver's seat 

• 222 - Power-adjustable front passenger seat 

• 240 - Outside temperature indicator 

• 251 - Becker Exquisit radio 

• 414 - Power tilt/slide glass sunroof 

• 423 - 5-speed automatic transmission 

• 471 - Acceleration Skid Control (ASR) 

• 570 - Folding front armrest 

• 581 - Automatic climate control 

• 584 - Power windows 

• 593 - Heat-insulating glass 

• 600 - Headlamp wiper/washers 

• 652 - 8-hole alloy wheels 

• 810 - Premium sound system 

• 873 - Heated front seats 

• 955 - Elegance Package 

Servicing & Documentation

According to the seller and the clean CARFAX Vehicle History Report, the following service work has been performed: 

• 2026: Replacement battery 

• 2022: Air conditioning refrigerant recharged 

Known Imperfections

• Cosmetic imperfections consistent with age and mileage 

• Some dings along the driver's side and passenger door 

• Some wear on interior surfaces

Ownership History

The current owner acquired this Mercedes-Benz new in 1997. According to the clean CARFAX Vehicle History Report, this C280  has been registered exclusively in Illinois.

From the seller: “This vehicle was purchased new by my father, who is the original owner. It has always been garage kept, has never been smoked in, and has been used primarily for local driving. The car remains in excellent condition.” 

Included Items

• Spare tire and jack 

• Two key fobs