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1970 MERCEDES-BENZ 280SE 3.5 CABRIOLET Registration No. GGW 810J Chassis No. Engine No. Light blue with cream leather interior. Engine: V8 single overhead camshaft, 3499cc, 230bhp at 6000rpm; Gearbox: automatic; Brakes: all round disc, servo-assisted; Suspension: independent with coil springs, wishbones and anti-roll bar all round. Right-hand drive. The 280SE 3.5 litre cars were Mercedes' first V8 powered sports-cars. A combination of elegant styling coupled with effortless performance made them highly desirable and they were every bit as prestigious as their competitors. From the outset the emphasis was on quality and the cars featured a new interior with more wood, and leather upholstery became standard. The 3.5 litre V8 engine was highly advanced with electronic fuel injection and transistor ignition - it was a turning point in Mercedes-Benz engine manufacture. The high price that these cars retailed for ensured their relative rarity, although certainly reflecting the quality and expense taken in their production. Even by Mercedes' efficient standards output was limited, thereby enhancing the car's rarity and prestige. This example has been part of a select private Mercedes collection and can only be described as superb; the quality of the panelwork and paintwork is to a very high standard and the car is handsomely trimmed with cream leather upholstery. These high quality convertible Mercedes are still truly splendid machines - this one is in exceptional condition.