One-Family-Owned 1998 Mercedes-Benz C280

Description

OFFERED WITHOUT RESERVE

When the W202-generation Mercedes-Benz C-Class debuted in the mid-1990s, it represented a refined evolution of the compact executive sedan formula. With understated styling, solid build quality, and a smooth inline-six engine, the C280 offered a premium driving experience in a practical package. Power comes from a 2.8-liter inline-six engine paired with a five-speed automatic transmission, sending power to the rear wheels.

This 1998 Mercedes-Benz C280 is a single-family-owned example located in Texas. Originally purchased new by the seller, the car was later gifted to their mother, who reportedly drove it sparingly. The seller reacquired the car in 2018 and has used it as a secondary vehicle since. It received a repaint in 2021, a new headliner in 2023, and now shows 179,500 miles.

Factory Equipment 

• Finished in Jet Black non-metallic paint (fully repainted in 2021) 

• Black leather with Dark Burl Walnut trim interior 

• Bose sound system with trunk-mounted six-disc CD changer 

• Heated front bucket seats 

• Factory equipment and options list: 

  • 200A – LEATHER 

  • 221 – LEFT FRONT SEAT, ELECTRICALLY ADJUSTABLE 

  • 222 – RIGHT FRONT SEAT, ELECTRICALLY ADJUSTABLE 

  • 249 – AUTOMATICALLY DIPPING INSIDE REAR VIEW MIRROR 

  • 251 – RADIO MB - EXQUISIT - USA 

  • 265 – LINES-NO.PLATE DISCONTINUED 

  • 292 – SIDEBAG 

  • 331 – CASSETTE COMPARTMENT 

  • 340 – ADDITIONAL 3RD STOP LAMP 

  • 345 – RAIN SENSOR 

  • 414 – ELECTRIC TILT/SLIDE SUNROOF IN GLASS VERSION 

  • 423 – 5-SPEED AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION 

  • 461 – INSTRUMENT WITH MILES IND. AND ENGLISH LEGEND 

  • 472 – ELECTRONIC STABILITY PROGRAM (ESP) 

  • 494 – VERSION FOR USA 

  • 524 – PAINTWORK - PRESERVATION 

  • 551 – ANTI-THEFT/ANTI-BREAK-IN WARNING SYSTEM 

  • 570 – FOLDING ARMREST, FRONT 

  • 581 – AUTOMATIC CLIMATE CONTROL 

  • 584 – ELECTRIC WINDOW LIFTERS (FRONT AND REAR DOORS) 

Modifications 

• Repainted in 2021 in correct non-metallic Jet Black color 

• Headliner replaced in 2023 

Servicing & Documentation 

• Original window sticker

• Owner’s manual 

• See CARFAX Vehicle History Report (attached) for service history 

Known Imperfections 

• Missing bolt on underside of front bumper (seller claims bumper remains stable) 

• Interior trunk release button is inoperable (trunk opens via key or key fob) 

• Cracking leather on driver’s door armrest 

• Headlight wipers are inoperable 

• The included CARFAX history report lists the following (see report for full details): 

  • August 2008: Accident reported, damage to rear

  • April 2019: Minor damage to front

  • May 2020: Minor damage to front

  • October 2020: Mileage inconsistency when the odometer reading went from 170,399 to 165,500 miles. This is believed to be a clerical error.

 Ownership History 

• The seller purchased this C280 new in 1998 and later gifted it to her mother, then reacquired the car in 2018 and has used it as a secondary vehicle 

• Offered with a clean Texas title in the seller's name

Included 

• Original window sticker

• Owner’s manual 

• Two key fobs 

Additional Notes

From the seller: “I bought the car brand new in 1998 and then gave it to my mother who drove it sparingly and garaged it. I took it back around 2018, as a secondary car. It has been repainted, the same original black color. It drives great and the car has been well-maintained.”