1974 Mercedes 280 with 146,000kms W114/115-series "Compact"
Designed by Frenchman Paul Bracq and very much inspired by the lines of his own timeless W111 coupe from 1961, the W114/115-series "Compact" sedan range was launched in 1968 as a replacement for the W110 Fintail models and to sit below the new W108 large sedan range. It quickly established itself as an incredibly durable vehicle, capable of amassing enormous mileages with absolute mechanical reliability. The six-cylinder petrol-engined versions bore the W114 designation, while the fours and the diesels were allotted W115. The series ran right through until 1976, and proved highly popular in Australia as a smaller alternative to the larger and more luxurious W116 S-Class...hence the popular "Compact" nickname of the time . This remarkable Australian-complied and delivered W114 280E dates from 1974 and is finished in sparkling White with a Tobacco MB-Tex interior, the latter featuring lustrous Zebrano timber trim across the dash. Delivered new on 29 November 1974 by Stellar Motors Mercedes-Benz in Bega NSW to a lady from Tilba, it has covered just 146,403km and presents in extraordinarily clean and original condition. It comes complete with all of its original manuals, factory literature, owner's folder, service log book and a wealth of receipts going all the way back to the car's first scheduled service. Everything about this 280E presents and functions as it should – from the ice-cold air-conditioning through to the central locking, rare optional sliding electric steel sunroof and the original Becker Mexico radio/cassette. The 2.8L 136kW M110 twin-cam straight six engine performs strongly, and the 4-speed automatic transmission provides crisp and smooth gear changes. In 1973 the W114/115 series received a significant facelift, and this 1974 example benefits from the upgrade's new frontal treatment with wider, squat grille and single bumper treatment, fluted rear tail lights and the removal of the front door quarter windows. As a 280E it was also the top of the range, and was sold in much smaller numbers than its petrol 230 and 250 stablemates. Sitting on its original factory 14-inch steel wheels with colour-keyed hubcaps, this stunning W114 is quite possibly the finest of its type available anywhere in Australia at the present time and easily the best of its type seen by us since the late 1990s. These cars are becoming increasingly rare and are being viewed as highly collectible, and there is no doubt that this very special example will find its way into the hands of a serious collector extremely quickly. We are a boutique dealership located in a warehouse just 15 minutes from the Sydney CBD and 15 minutes from the airport. We pride ourselves on the quality of our cars and specialise in Mercedes-Benz. Our stock is hand-picked and each car is meticulously checked prior to being offered for sale by a specialist third-party technician. We are MTA members and agents for NSW Roads and Maritime Services, enabling us to transfer registrations and perform other transactions such as number plate transfer from our office. A range of other services is also offered including the transport of cars to any state or overseas, and competitive financing rates for all cars including older ones. Our showroom is indoors and off-street parking is available for our customers inside. We are Mercedes-Benz Club members and specialise in the brand, and aim to provide our customers with a high level of personalised service befitting of the unique cars that we offer.
Designed by Frenchman Paul Bracq and very much inspired by the lines of his own timeless W111 coupe from 1961, the W114/115-series "Compact" sedan range was launched in 1968 as a replacement for the W110 Fintail models and to sit below the new W108 large sedan range. It quickly established itself as an incredibly durable vehicle, capable of amassing enormous mileages with absolute mechanical reliability. The six-cylinder petrol-engined versions bore the W114 designation, while the fours and the diesels were allotted W115. The series ran right through until 1976, and proved highly popular in Australia as a smaller alternative to the larger and more luxurious W116 S-Class...hence the popular "Compact" nickname of the time . This remarkable Australian-complied and delivered W114 280E dates from 1974 and is finished in sparkling White with a Tobacco MB-Tex interior, the latter featuring lustrous Zebrano timber trim across the dash. Delivered new on 29 November 1974 by Stellar Motors Mercedes-Benz in Bega NSW to a lady from Tilba, it has covered just 146,403km and presents in extraordinarily clean and original condition. It comes complete with all of its original manuals, factory literature, owner's folder, service log book and a wealth of receipts going all the way back to the car's first scheduled service. Everything about this 280E presents and functions as it should – from the ice-cold air-conditioning through to the central locking, rare optional sliding electric steel sunroof and the original Becker Mexico radio/cassette. The 2.8L 136kW M110 twin-cam straight six engine performs strongly, and the 4-speed automatic transmission provides crisp and smooth gear changes. In 1973 the W114/115 series received a significant facelift, and this 1974 example benefits from the upgrade's new frontal treatment with wider, squat grille and single bumper treatment, fluted rear tail lights and the removal of the front door quarter windows. As a 280E it was also the top of the range, and was sold in much smaller numbers than its petrol 230 and 250 stablemates. Sitting on its original factory 14-inch steel wheels with colour-keyed hubcaps, this stunning W114 is quite possibly the finest of its type available anywhere in Australia at the present time and easily the best of its type seen by us since the late 1990s. These cars are becoming increasingly rare and are being viewed as highly collectible, and there is no doubt that this very special example will find its way into the hands of a serious collector extremely quickly. We are a boutique dealership located in a warehouse just 15 minutes from the Sydney CBD and 15 minutes from the airport. We pride ourselves on the quality of our cars and specialise in Mercedes-Benz. Our stock is hand-picked and each car is meticulously checked prior to being offered for sale by a specialist third-party technician. We are MTA members and agents for NSW Roads and Maritime Services, enabling us to transfer registrations and perform other transactions such as number plate transfer from our office. A range of other services is also offered including the transport of cars to any state or overseas, and competitive financing rates for all cars including older ones. Our showroom is indoors and off-street parking is available for our customers inside. We are Mercedes-Benz Club members and specialise in the brand, and aim to provide our customers with a high level of personalised service befitting of the unique cars that we offer.