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1964 Mercedes-Benz 300 SE W112 (Manuals / 4 Gears) RWD (1961-1965)

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Overview

1964 Mercedes-Benz 300 SE W112 (Manuals / 4 Gears) RWD (1961-1965)

The 1964 Mercedes-Benz 300 SE, equipped with the 3.75 rear-axle option, was the fastest and most performance-oriented variant of the W112 series. This vehicle is powered by the legendary M189 engine, a 2996 cm3 Gasoline engine with aluminum block and mechanical injection Bosch, which produces 170 hp / 168 HP / 125 kW at 5400 rpm and a 249 Nm torque at 4000 rpm. Thanks to the longer axle ratios (3.75), this car reaches a top speed of 200 km/h , making it one of the fastest limousines of the time. The pneumatic (airborne) suspension ensures that, despite the high speed, the vehicle maintains a level of royal comfort, while the 4-speed manual gearbox allows for more dynamic control over engine power.

Model:W112 300 SE
Production year:1964
Transmission:Manuale with 4 speed
Starting price:€12,500
Engine size:3.0 L
Max torque:249 Nm
Cylinders alignment:Line 6
Charge system:Gasoline pa turbocharger
Displacement:2996 cm3
Max power:170 PS / 168 HP / 125 kW
Fuel type:Gasoline
Fuel consumption:13.2 L/100km combined
Extra-urban:10.4-12.5 L/100km
City:14.8-17.8 L/100km
Emission standard:N/A
Body style:Sedan
0-80 km/h:6.1 s
0-100 km/h:9.4 s
0-160 km/h:28.4 s
0-200 km/h:N/A
Top speed:200 km/h
Curb weight:1565 kg
Gross weight:2065 kg
Length:4875 mm
Width:1795 mm
Height:1455 mm
Fuel capacity:82 liters

Expert Assessment

Consumption
100%
Safety
95%
Performance
100%
Driveability
100%
Durability
95%
Maintenance
80%
Design
100%
Summary

Experts consider this specific version with the 3.75 axle as the "highway limousine," as transmission reports allow reaching the magic barrier of 200 km/h. While highly rated for stability at high speeds and the engineering of the M189 engine, critics point out that the air system requires regular use to avoid getting stuck. Maintenance remains the most delicate point, as any repair to the aluminum engine or pneumatic system costs as much as a new time machine.

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