Basic information and history

Mercedes-Benz 280 from 1975 represents a period when the brand’s engineering took precedence. The six-cylinder M110 engine with double overhead camshafts is known for smooth running, durability and a strong willingness to rev, combined with classic 1970s design and a well-balanced chassis. This model year is appreciated by knowledgeable enthusiasts for its mechanical integrity and period-correct driving feel.

This example was sold new in Sweden and is stated to be in original condition. The odometer reads 170,000 kilometres and can be guaranteed according to the seller. The car has had 3 owners. A removable hardtop is included and the car sits on AMG Penta wheels. In 2025, the front suspension was refurbished for nearly SEK 35,000 with new links and control arms by Mercedes specialist Henrik Rosengren.

Equipment and options

• M110 twin-cam engine
• Manual gearbox
• Hardtop
• Four spoked wheels with new Dunlop tyres included
• Air-conditioning

The car is stated to be in original specification. No other modifications are reported; according to the seller the car appears unchanged from the factory.

Condition

Body and exterior: The paint is described as in excellent condition with fine gloss and an even surface. The body is also reported to be in excellent condition with straight panels. The glass is assessed to be in good condition.

Interior: The interior has a tear in the seat of one front chair and is perceived as somewhat slack according to the seller. The dashboard is in good condition and the headliner is described as good.

Tyres and wheels: Penta wheels with summer tyres in okay condition. Four spoked wheels with new tyres; overall impression is good according to the seller.

Mechanicals and functions: The engine is assessed to be in good condition and starts and runs flawlessly. The gearbox is described as in excellent condition and shifts as it should; the clutch operates properly. The brakes are in excellent condition. All electronics work, no warning lights are illuminated. The air-conditioning works. The vehicle can be driven as it stands.

Service history

According to the seller, the car is fully serviced. In 2025, the front suspension was refurbished for nearly SEK 35,000 with new links and control arms by Mercedes specialist Henrik Rosengren. There are invoices and documentation substantiating the service work and the odometer reading. The documentation is said to be coherent and supports the car’s history and the stated mileage. Last inspected on 7 September 2022, but the car is currently not road-legal due to an overdue inspection.

Summary

A Swedish-delivered 1975 Mercedes-Benz 280 in original specification with 170,000 kilometres and three owners. Body and paint are presented in very good condition according to the seller; the interior shows some notes in the form of a tear and some slackness in a front seat. The mechanicals are described as strong, with a well-functioning engine, excellent gearbox and brakes, and a newly refurbished front suspension. A hardtop is included, the car sits on AMG Penta wheels, and the service history is documented. An interesting example for those seeking a well-preserved six-cylinder Mercedes from the 1970s with the correct feel and functioning original technology.