1971 Mercedes-Benz 300-Series

300SEL 3.5 Sedan

8 - Cyl.

Automatic

10905612003841

Clear

Gasoline

THIS IS A 1971 MERCEDES BENZ 300SEL 3.5 ANTHRACITE METALLIC GRAY CLEARCOAT EXTERIOR BURGENDY LEATHER INTERIOR POWER SUNROOF AIR CONDITIONING AIR RIDE SUSPENSION AND MUCH MORE... The Mercedes-Benz W108 and W109 vehicles equipped with the 3.5L SOHC  cast-iron block m116 V8 were produced, starting in late 1969, with the  300SEL 3.5. The 280SEL 3.5 was released in mid-1970, with the 280SE 3.5  following shortly thereafter. The 3.5 was a breakthrough in engine  technology for Mercedes-Benz. With a 9.5:1 compression ratio and a redline  of 6800 RPMs (unheard of in American V8s of the era), this 3.5L engine  equipped with Bosch D-Jetronic EFI produced 200-230HP (estimates vary by  source). Even on the conservative side, that equated to 57HP per liter of  displacement, while giving nearly 17MPG on the highway. This was also  unheard of by American V8 standards. The 109 Chassis Mercedes Benz vehicles with the 3.5 are some of the most  in-demand vintage Benzes to this date. Their popularity is driven by the draw of  the 3.5L V8 that can rev up to 6800RPMs and sustain that RPM longer than any  pushrod engine, in combination with the classic styling of the 109 chassis.   The 3.5 had a higher redline and the 4-speed automatic which is only found in  the 3.5. The 3.5 owners say it is more responsive - due mostly to its gearing  and higher-revving engine. Technical data Mercedes-Benz W109 (Manufacturer's  figures except where stated) Mercedes-Benz 300 SEL (W109 III) 300 SEL (W109 E28) 300 SEL 3.5 (W109 E35/1)† 300 SEL 6.3 (W109 E63) Produced: 1965–1967 1968–1970 1969–1972 1968–1972 Units (approx.) (included with 300 SE) 2,500 (includes 300 SE) 9,500 6,500 Engine: 6-cylinder-inline engine (four-stroke),  front-mounted 90° 8-cylinder-V  engine (four-stroke),  front-mounted Bore x Stroke: 85 mm x 88 mm 86.5 mm x 78.8 mm 92 mm x 65.8 mm 103 mm x 95 mm Displacement: 2996 cc 2778 cc 3499 cc 6330 cc Max. Power @ rpm: 170 PS (130 kW; 170 hp) @ 5400 170 PS (130 kW; 170 hp) @ 5750 200 PS (150 kW; 200 hp) @ 5800 250 PS (180 kW; 250 hp) @ 4000 Max. Torque @ rpm: 250 N·m (180 lb·ft) @ 4000 240 N·m (180 lb·ft) @ 4500 286 N·m (211 lb·ft) @ 4000 500 N·m (370 lb·ft) @ 2800 Compression Ratio: 8.8: 1 9.5: 1 9.5: 1 9.0: 1 Fuel feed: Bosch injection Electronic Bosch injection Intermittent electronic Bosch injection Fuel tank capacity: 82 L  (21.7 US gal; 18.0 imp gal) 105 L (27.7 US gal; 23.1 imp gal) Valvetrain: SOHC, duplex chain Cooling: Water Gearbox: 4-speed manual w/ column or floor shifter or 4-speed automatic rear wheel drive, standard axle ratio 3.92:1 or 3.69:1 (V8: 3.46:1) 4-speed automatic rear wheel drive, standard axle ratio 2.85:1 Electrical system: 12 volt Front suspension: Double wishbones, air springs, rubber springs, stabilizing bar Rear suspension:: Swing axle, radius arms, air and additional rubber springs Brakes: Disc brakes (Ø 273 mm front, 279 mm rear), power assisted Steering: Recirculating ball steering, servo-assisted Body structure: Sheet steel, monocoque (unibody) construction Dry weight: 1,655 kg (3,650 lb) 1,695 kg (3,740 lb) 1,730 kg (3,800 lb) 1,830 kg (4,000 lb) Loaded weight: 2,140 kg (4,700 lb) 2,120 kg (4,700 lb) 2,170 kg (4,800 lb) 2,265 kg (4,990 lb) Track front/ rear: 1,482 mm (58.3 in) / 1,485 mm (58.5 in) 1,482 mm (58.3 in) / 1,490 mm (59 in) Wheelbase: 2,850 mm (112 in) Length: 5,000 mm (200 in) Width: 1,810 mm (71 in) Height: 1,440 mm (57 in) 1,470 mm (58 in) Tyre/Tire sizes: 185 H 14 185 V 14 195 or 205 VR 14 Top speed: 200 km/h (120 mph) 195 km/h (121 mph) 210 km/h (130 mph) 221 km/h (137 mph) Fuel Consumption (estimate): 18.0 litres per 100 kilometres (15.7 mpg-imp;  13.1 mpg-US) 16.5 litres per 100 kilometres (17.1 mpg-imp;  14.3 mpg-US) 18.5 litres per 100 kilometres (15.3 mpg-imp;  12.7 mpg-US) 21.0 litres per 100 kilometres (13.5 mpg-imp;  11.2 mpg-US) Price Germany USA: DM 28,600 $ 9,910 [3] DM NA $ 9,400 DM 31,025 $ 11,327 DM 39,160 $ 15,122 This 1973 Mercedes 300SEL 4.5 is extremely rare  and collectable. This Beautiful W109 Sedan remains in its  original colors of White over a Burgundy Interior. The air  suspension is in excellent condition and does-not leak or  lose air at all. The Engine is extremely strong and smooth  with amazing power. The car is incredibly fast and quiet and does not  smoke or leak at all. The original Leather is in great shape.   This vehicles has all the original manuals, books and  documentation. In 1971 buying this car meant you were amongst  the powerful and famous who demanded luxury and performance.   The original price was equal to that of the contemporary  Bentleys, Rolls Royce's, with the comfort of air conditioning,  air suspension, and an automatic transmission. This 300SEL is a  true collectors item that can be a daily driver or an addition  to any collection. VEHICLE CONDITION YOU ARE LOOKING AT  A MERCEDES BENZ 300SEL 3.5 V8 IN ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL SURVIVOR CONDITION Very good Overall Condition with Much Less Than Normal Wear Engine and  Transmission are EXTREMELY STRONG AND SMOOTH. AIR RIDE SUSPENSION  IS IN EXCELLENT  CONDITION WITH NEW AIR SUSPENSION BELLOW (DOES NOT  LEAK AIR OR COLLAPSE, ADJUSTS HEIGHT AS IT SHOULD AND RIDES PERFECT) ALL POWER OPTIONS  WORK AS THEY SHOULD LEATHER  Interior, and Carpets are ALL ORIGINAL VERY CLEAN. AIR CONDITIONING, POWER SUNROOF, WINDOWS, LIGHTS, SIGNALS, RADIO & HORN ARE  FUNCTIONAL. WOOD DASH IS  ALL ORIGINAL AND CLEAN WITH LESS THAN NORMAL WEAR. Paint and Body  are Glossy and Smooth  and in Beautiful Condition. Please View Videos Below TERMS OF SALE: Placing a Bid: Your  bid constitutes a legally binding contract to purchase this vehicle. Please  do not bid if you're not seriously interested or financially able to  purchase this vehicle. Please  read eBay's User Agreement Seller reserves  the right to, Obtain and verify the registered  information of all users who bid on this auction. Cancel any and all bids at our  discretion, or end the auction early if necessary. Bidders Age: You  must be 18 years of age or older to Bid. Buyers Inspection: We  have done our best to disclose all information known about this  vehicle in the auction. We  welcome all buyers to have an inspector come to our location. If you  plan to have a buyers inspection, please make sure you inspect the  vehicle prior to the auction ending. Inspection fees if any are  Buyers responsibility. Representations and Warranties made by  seller: This  vehicle is being sold "as  is". Manufacturers warranties or eBay warranties may still  apply. Extended warranty may be available, please call (904)  463-7071 for details.  No representations or warranties are made by seller, nor are any  representations or warranties relied upon by bidders in making bids. 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The venue for all legal proceedings shall be in  Duval County, Florida. Please Call 904-463-7071 If  you have any questions before bidding On Aug-12-11 at 11:53:15 PDT, seller added the following information: PLEASE NOTE: YOU ARE BIDDING ON A 1971 MERCEDES BENZ 300SEL 3.5ANTHRACITE METALLIC GRAY CLEARCOAT EXTERIOR (WHICH IS THE ORIGINAL FACTORY COLOR CODE)BURGUNDY LEATHER INTERIORFACTORY POWER SUNROOFFACTORY AIR CONDITIONING