• Year of manufacture 
    1969
  • Car type 
    Other
  • Lot number 
    r0016
  • Reference number 
    0125_r0016
  • Condition 
    Used
  • Location
    United Arab Emirates
  • Exterior colour 
    Other

Description

To Be OFFERED AT AUCTION at RM Sothebys' Shift Online: Europe and Middle East event, 23 - 28 April 2025.

  • One of 1,390 examples constructed
  • Powered by an M130 2.8-litre inline six-cylinder engine
  • Tastefully appointed with a floor-mounted automatic transmission, Becker Mexico AM/FM Cassette radio, power windows, and air conditioning
  • American-market example; sold new to a surgeon in New York City
  • Finished in dark green over cognac leather
  • Accompanied by a collection of owner’s manuals, brochures, and period service records

Unveiled in 1967, the Mercedes-Benz 280 SE Cabriolet was the marque’s flagship offering, seamlessly blending the power of a refined 2.8-litre inline six-cylinder engine with unparalleled luxury and comfort, all enveloped in Paul Bracq’s era-defining design. The 280 SE Cabriolet not only guided Mercedes-Benz into the 1970s but also represented the last S-Class cabriolet for over four decades, cementing its place in the automotive canon.

Finished in dark green over cognac trim, this 280 SE Cabriolet perfectly captures all that is cherished about these legendary models. As indicated on accompanying 1969-dated service records, this American-market 280 SE Cabriolet was sold new to Dr Joseph Francis Giattini via Mercedes-Benz Manhattan in the summer of 1969.

The 280 SE Cabriolet is equipped with desirable features including a four-speed automatic transmission with floor-mounted shifter, Becker Mexico AM/FM Cassette radio, air conditioning, and power windows. In addition to its period service records, the car is also accompanied by its owner’s manuals, brochures, spare wheel, rear tonneau cover.
To view this car and others currently consigned to this auction, please visit the RM website at rmsothebys.com/auctions/0125/.


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Contact Person Kontaktperson
Title 
Mr
First name 
Augustin
Last name 
Sabatie-Garat

Phone 
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