1972 Mercedes Benz 280SEL 4.5 Same owner for 39 years Desirable Dark Olive and Cognac leather interior Extremely dry Colorado car Powerful 4.5L M117 SOHC V8 Engine 3-Speed automatic transmission Factory air conditioning Power steering, brakes and windows MotoeXotica Classic Cars is pleased to present this well documented three owner 1972 Mercedes-Benz 280 SEL. The previous owner was an engineer who works on vintage Mercedes models as a hobby, andregularly serviced and maintained the car including the recent installment of new Bilstien shocks, and the replacement of all hoses, fluids, and filters. Overall this is a very clean example thathas been driven regularly and kept up over the years. The finish of this Dark Olive Green Benz defies its age and would be comfortable as a daily driver, weekend driver, or car show participate. In 1972, Mercedes-Benz introduced the W116 line, the first to be officially called theS-Class.Produced from 1972 through 1980. This SEL's original owner over his 39 year ownership used the car at his vacation home in Colorado. The Colorado climate kept the car dry, and it was eventually sold via hisestate in 2012. The second owner invested in a mechanicalrefurbishmentincluding an engine tune up, the updating of all injection components including all new lines on the engine and injectors, and a front-end alignment. All of the chrome trim and moldings as well as the rubber seals on the doors, windows, and trunk were removed and replaced with NOS Mercedes products, and the original paint was buffed and polished. The car was then purchased by the previous owner in 2014. Finished in a beautiful deep "Dark Olive" green (code 291), the paint job shows extremely well with only minor imperfections visible upon close inspection. Front and rear bumpers have an excellent fit and finish that show well. All trim pieces are present and have a brilliant finish. The weather-stripping surround the doors and glass are in very good condition. The U.S. spec headlights and taillights are in very condition with no hazing or cracks. Factory sunroof has an excellent fit and finish. Paint and body are exceptional with no visible evidence of repair or damage that we could find. Inside, the rich "Cognac" tan leather (code 250) seats all look great while matching carpet is seen throughout the interior. Overall the genuine wood interior looks great, however there are some very slight signs of wear. The door panels and dashboard are matched perfectly the exterior of the car and look fantastic. The headliner mirrors the rest of the cabin and completes the theme.The original equipment steering wheel is in great condition, power windows, power locks, air conditioning, Becker Grand Prix AM/FM radio and even a power radio antenna! Included with this car is the original European Mercedes-Benz Service dealerships, owners manual, maintenance booklet and even over $10,000 worth of service documents and receipts! This nicely represented Mercedes from the dry state of Colorado is equipped with the 4.5L SOHC cast-iron block M117 V8, 3-speed automatic transmission, power steering, power brakes, 4 wheel disc brakes and independent suspension. The 14 inch original equipment steel wheels have the dark Olive green exterior matching full hub caps are wrapped in performance Sumitomo radials. This Mercedes Benz S-Class is a classic car, frequently used as standard by car hire companies. It is comfortable and safe as well as elegant looking; ideal for drives across the countryside or high class transport on the "Autobahn", but with this 280 SEL you'll find yourself driving and looking for twisty back roads instead... GET OUT AND DRIVE!!! Current mileage on the odometer 38,862. It is sold as is on a clean & clear mileage exempt title. VIN:10806812013974 Note: Please see full terms and conditions listed below that pertain to the purchase of any said vehicle, thank you.