To coincide with the launch of the new, lower-priced executive models, which were positioned below the MB W 108 and W 109, the inline-six engine range was revised in 1967. The 2,5-litre engine was enlarged to 2778 cc (169,5 cu in) and renamed M 130 for both the carburettor version with 140 PS (103 kW; 138 hp) at 5200 rpm and the fuel-injected version with 160 PS (118 kW; 158 hp) at 5500 rpm.
The 3,5 L V8 models
Following the positive reception of the limited-edition 6.333 cc (386,5 cu in) M 100 V8-powered 300 SEL 6.3 in 1967, Mercedes-Benz offered the brand-new 3,5 LM 116 V8 engine with the new Bosch D-Jetronic electronic fuel injection in 1969. The V8 engine would further establish the W 108/W 109 in many export markets and make them more competitive in the United States, where many passenger cars, particularly American luxury brands, were equipped with V8 engines. The new V8 engine with 200 hp (147 kW; 197 PS) at 5.800 rpm was first installed in the W 109 in August 1969 as the 300 SEL 3.5 and in July 1970 in the W 108 as the 280 SE/SEL 3.5.
This 280 SE 3.5 L is a highly original car that was originally delivered in Italy. It has been in the Netherlands since 1996 and has been partially restored, with all the rubber seals and non-working parts replaced. It has Pullman upholstery that still looks great. It drives perfectly and has only 135 km on the clock. The booklets and data card are included. This is a very nice and rare Mercedes 3.5 L that is definitely worth a look.
- Body Types
- TransmissionAutomatic
- Exterior ColourGrey
- Number of doors
