1970 Mercedes-Benz 200-Series

280S Sedan

6 - Cyl.

Automatic

10801612051968

Gasoline

Up for bid is a1970 Mercedes 280S caught in a time warpthis is a real California Barn find that is in amazing original conditionOriginal is the best word to describe this classic German automobile Low milesOriginal paint Original Interior/headlinerOriginal window stickerOriginal contractAll documentation starting in 1969San Francisco order for European delivery All originalThis classic Mercedes is a very special automobile that was a custom order on November 21,1969 at European Motors in San Francisco CaliforniaIt was picked up in Frankfurt Germany on April 14, 1970 by Mr Jensen who used the car in Europe while vacationing with his wife and then it was shipped back to the West Coast where it was been loving owned by him until his passing where it was inheritated by a family member.Mr Jensen's pride and joy which has been in a time warp is now being offered on this Ebay auction This is a very clean and original example This is a real California car This classic Mercedes has been in the same family for nearly 43 years.The original paint is quite nice, as is the chrome an all brightworkThe classic Mercedes grille is like newThis classic Mercedes Benz was the pride and joy of it's owner who ordered this car new. It has live an easy life in the Golden State having only traveled about 2500 miles per year with 109789 miles and always stored in a climate controlled environmentIt is a true survivor with the original white paint still quite shiny and bright. Some parts are better than others with some small dings and chips but no sign of any previous damage or repair in the front or rear. The drivers door has some minor laquer checking and possibly has some minor paint work at some time but otherwise it is an outstanding example. She has been and the the car has been off the road since 2009. We installed a new battery and serviced the engine as well as cleaning the carbs. It fired right up and runs very strong with good power. The 4 speed automatic shifts strong as it should in every gearThe carbs still need some cleaning and adjusting otherwise this car does not look to need anything and is a very solid exampleit has two brand new tires with less than 5 miles they were special ordered white walls This is the last of the hand built Mercedes-Benz automobilesthis is a undervalued classic that will only go up in value if not for the simple fact that they don't make them anymore This automobile is an outstanding example of the very classic 108 bodyThis car looks as cool as a 1970 6.3it should be looked at as a affordable collector car that you can drive original headliner looks new Optional Becker Europa Sterio the interior of this Classic Mercedes is in unbelivable conditionthe Bamboo MB Text still looks new in which I cannot find any imperfections in the material do to the overall lack of use as well as the unbelivable high quality of the MB Text material which does not have the built in obsolescence of most other materials used for automobile interiorsThe door panels look new as well, the dash pad is in excellent condition with the exception of one small crack that is hidden by the wheel. The big Mercedes steering wheel has a few age cracks California cars have always been the most desirable because of the mild climate cars don't rust. It is amazing all of the California cars forsale all over the country. This is an Original California car with Original documentation going back 43 years to when this classic Mercedes was a factory order in San Francisco as a European delivery Historically California cars have been the most desirable collector cars especialy one with such detailed documentation to show its promadence this car has documentaion dating back to 1969 Purchase order European delivery contract 11/21/1969Mercedes-Benz factory order confirmation number 12/4/1969 Original window sticker on delivery in Frankfurt 3/6/1970 Original check copy from Great Western Bank 3/6/70 MANSESTIC VAASA LINES shipping rec Bremerhaven to California 7/1/1970 Doc rec in Howard terminal Oakland California 7/2/70California registrations starting in 1970 to 2009as well as all the service records and detailed oil changes and much moreshow this is a true California original. This car is a very special and unique automobile that would be hard to duplicate. They are only original once. 1970 was a very good year for just about any car and one of the most desirable for many classic cars A 1970 AMC Gremlin would be cool in this condition and with this original providance but it would still be a Gremilin. This is a classic Mercedes Benz 108 chassis White/Bamboowith original documentation from 1969 to 2009.This is collector quality that would be impossible to duplicate. This is one that should be looked at closely by those of you who know! A classy tangible asset you can drive and maintain affordably You just don't find this type of original documentation now a days! It's not that's it's cleanIt's that it's never been dirty Dont miss out on this rare opportunity to buy an original California car from new being offered this week for a very low reserve Additional Information, Please Read Before BiddingCAR HAS A CLEAN CURRENT CALIFORNIA TITLETHIS AUTOMOBILE IS BEING SOLD WITH A BILL OF SALE THIS IS A 43 YEAR OLD AUTOMOBILE IN VERY NICE CONDITION CAR IS SOLD AS IS WITH NO WARRANTY Please only bid if you intend to buy. If you have any questions or concerns, please ask BEFORE you bid. It is very frustrating to have bidders who are not serious buyers and it is not fair to the other bidders.Please have all funds in place prior to bidding and make sure you are able to follow all the directions of the auction prior to bidding. If you are unable to do this, please do not bid.Please do not email with request for the reserve. The reserve should have no bearing on what you feel comfortable bidding. The reserve is the least we will accept.We require a $500 non refundable deposit within 24 hours of the close of the auction to be made via paypal. The balance must be paid before 5:00 PM on the Friday following the auction.Buyer is responsible for shipping of the vehicle and all costs associated with it. If you require the title to be overnighted to you, there is a $25.00 charge for this, the charge will be more for international postage. EXPORT OKWE CAN HELP PUT YOU IN CONTACT WITH AFFORDABLE SHIPPING TO JUST ABOUT ANYWHERE IN THE WORLD! The car is located near the port of Oaklandmost of the collector cars that leave California are shipped from the Port of Oakland or Port of Los AngelousEurope, Middle East, South American,Australia are routinly shipped from here We can assist you in finding the most cost effective shipper just about anywhere in the United States or around the world. 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