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1965 Mercedes-Benz 300 SE Coupe W112 (Manuals / 4 Gears) RWD [1962-1967]

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Overview

1965 Mercedes-Benz 300 SE Coupe W112 (Manuals / 4 Gears) RWD [1962-1967]

The 1965 Mercedes-Benz 300 SE Coupe represented the pinnacle of luxury and advanced engineering in the W112 series, being distinguished from the W111 models by its more powerful engine and pneumatic suspension. This exclusive vehicle is powered by the legendary M189 engine, a 2996 cm3 (aluminum) 6-cylinder petrol engine and Bosch mechanical injection system, which produces 170 hp / 168 HP / 125 kW in 5400 rpm and a 249 Nm torque in 4000 rpm. Equipped with a 4-speed manual gearbox , this luxury cup reaches a top speed of 200 km/h and accelerates from 0-100 km/h in 12.2 seconds (according to the factory). With a length of 4880 mm , power steering and air suspension that offers an “over-the-counter” ride, the 300 SE Coupe was one of the most expensive and sophisticated motor cars of its time.

Model:W112 300 SE Coupe
Production year:1965
Transmission:Manuale with 4 speed
Starting price:€9,500
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:Coupe
0-80 km/h:6.2 s
0-100 km/h:9.5 s
0-160 km/h:28.7 s
0-200 km/h:N/A
Top speed:200 km/h
Curb weight:1590 kg
Gross weight:2060 kg
Length:4880 mm
Width:1845 mm
Height:1395 mm
Fuel capacity:82 liters

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Summary

The 1965 Mercedes-Benz 300 SE Coupe (W112) remains a rare masterpiece that combines Paul Bracq's timeless style with Daimler-Benz's most elite technology. The M189 engine, derived from that of the 300 SL "Gullwing", offers exceptional power and elasticity, making this coupe a very fast tool for its era. The feature that makes this model unique is the pneumatic (airborne) suspension, which offers a level of comfort that is hardly achievable even by modern cars, although it requires a very specific and costly maintenance. With disc brakes on all four wheels and an interior filled with noble wood and thick leather, the 300 SE was the symbol of absolute status. Today, this model is one of the most sought-after cars by collectors, as it represents a period when Mercedes-Benz spared nothing to create the best vehicle in the world.

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