1980 Mercedes-Benz 200-Series

280 SE Sedan

6

Automatic

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We where lucky enough to purchase this beautiful pristine Mercedes from the original owners brother. He noted that his brother always kept the vehicle parked in the garage covered and in amazing condition. It has been very well maintained serviced and kept very clean. We have performed all the services on the vehicle and it drives very well, idles and hums like a kitten and ready for the road. As you walk around the Mercedes you will not find any flaws ding scraps or body damage, remarkable preserved. The interior is very clean and in good condition with no tears or gouges in the leather. All original working components are in place and you will defiantly love looking at the pristine clean engine when you open the hood. You can tell this Mercedes was cherished and carefully driven. History The 'new' S-class generation development began in 1966, which was only a year after the launch of the W108/09. This was the first Mercedes saloon to feature the brand new corporate styling theme which was to be continued until 1993 when the 190 was discontinued. The design, finalized in 1969 was a dramatic leap forward, with more masculine lines that combined to create an elegant and sporty character. The basic design concept was actually inspired from the R107 SL-Class roadster, especially the front and rear lights. The car was presented in September 1972. The model range initially included two versions of the M110 engine (Straight-6 with 2746 cc of displacement) - the 280S (using a Solex carburetor) and the 280SE (using Bosch D-Jetronic injection), plus the 350 SE, powered by the M116 engine (V8 with 3499cc of displacement). Half a year later two new models powered by the M117 engine (V8 with 4520cc of displacement) were added to the range - the 450SE and the 450SEL (with a 10 cm longer body). The most notable W116 was the high-performance, limited-production 450 SEL 6.9, which was introduced in 1975, and became the first production car to use an electronic 4-wheel multi-channel anti-lock braking system (ABS) as an option from 1978 on. This model boasted the largest engine installed in a post-war Mercedes-Benz up to that time, and also featured self-leveling hydropneumatic suspension. The 300 SD sedan (USA and Canada only) had a turbocharged 3.0 L I5 diesel engine developed from the record breaking C111 experimental vehicle. The 450SEL was named the European Car of the Year in 1974. Production totaled 473,035 units. The W116 was succeeded by the W126 S-Class in 1979. The W116 was sold throughout Europe, the Americas, Asia, the Middle East, Africa, and Australia.In 1975, the W116 was upgraded with a new fuel injection system to comply with revised exhaust emission standards in European markets. A slight power reduction was a result of this update. In 1978, a series of engine upgrades restored original performance levels with new fuel injection systems. Chassis code Model Years Model Engine No. built[2] W116.020 1973–1980 280 S sedan 2.8 L M110 I6 122,848 W116.024 1973–1980 280 SE sedan 2.8 L M110 I6 150,593 W116.025 1974–1980 280 SEL sedan 2.8 L M110 I6 7,032 W116.028 1973–1980 350 SE sedan 3.5 L M116 V8 51,100 W116.029 1973–1980 350 SEL sedan 3.5 L M116 V8 4,266 W116.032 1973–1980 450 SE sedan 4.5 L M117 V8 41,604 W116.033 1973–1980 450 SEL sedan 4.5 L M117 V8 59,578 W116.036 1975–1980 450 SEL 6.9 6.9 L M100 V8 7,380 W116.120 1978–1980 300 SD sedan 3.0 L OM617 I5 turbodiesel (USA and Canada only) 28,634Interior of the W116 6.9 The W116 S-Class incorporated a broad variety of Mercedes-Benz safety innovations.[5] Anti-lock brakes were first featured on the W116 S-Class. This system prevents the wheels from locking while braking. The system improves steering control during hard braking situations, and to shorten brake distances. Strengthened body structure. The W116 featured a more stable security passenger cell with a stiffened roof frame structure. High strength roof and door pillars, along with other reinforced zones, provided enhanced vehicle occupant protection. A padded dashboard, deformable switches and controls, and a four-spoke steering wheel with impact absorber and broad impact cushion aimed to reduce occupant injury during collisions. The fuel tank was no longer fitted at the rear end, but was now placed above the rear axle for added protection. Wraparound turn signals made it easier to communicate with nearby drivers.