N°02 — The Story
A vehicle with provenance.
MODEL HISTORY The Mercedes-Benz W111 — known in its earliest years as the "Heckflosse" (tailfin) — epitomises the elegant luxury class of the 1960s and early 1970s. With its clean architecture, high-quality materials and solid engineering, the model set new standards in comfort and safety. The coupé and cabriolet variants in particular are considered among the most desirable Mercedes-Benz classics, combining timeless styling with durable engineering and an increasingly stable collector market.
EXTERIOR & INTERIOR Finished in Black (04) over a beautifully patinated dark red leather interior — a rare and exceptionally elegant combination. The car has been completely repainted in the past and presents in very well kept condition throughout.
ENGINE & TRANSMISSION 3.5-litre M116 V8 producing 200 hp (147 kW), paired with the factory automatic transmission — the most coveted drivetrain configuration of the W111 coupé lineage.
MILEAGE 216,000 km as read; mileage partially verifiable through accompanying documentation.
TYRES, BRAKES, BODY & UNDERBODY Tyres: tread in good condition but somewhat aged. Body: good order with minor age-related wear. Underbody: good condition with no known rust-through.
KNOWN DEFECTS In the interest of full transparency, the following points have been documented during on-site inspection and in discussion with the seller: • Small dent in the rear bumper • Older tyres (tread depth still acceptable) Please refer to the full photo gallery and videos for further insight into the vehicle's condition.
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N°03 — Highlights
What sets this car apart.
- 01Sought-after flat-radiator W111 coupé with the M116 3.5-litre V8
- 02Collector-grade example in very well maintained condition
- 03Rare colour combination — Black (04) over dark red leather
- 04Classic Data appraisal 09/2019, grade 2+
- 05Third owner, first registered in Germany 07/1971
- 06Fully documented history
- 07H-licence plate, TÜV valid until 11/2026
- 08Front & rear seat belts, original Becker Grand Prix radio
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