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1966 Mercedes-Benz 300 SE W109 (Automatic / 4 Gears) RWD [1965-1967]

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Overview

1966 Mercedes-Benz 300 SE W109 (Automatic / 4 Gears) RWD [1965-1967]

The 1966 Mercedes-Benz 300 SE with automatic transmission represented the high standard of luxury in the W109 series, offering a stress-free driving experience and advanced technology. This vehicle is powered by the legendary M189 engine, a 2996 cm3 Gasoline unit 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. Daimler-Benz’s 4-speed automatic transmission, combined with the pneumatic (airborne) suspension that was standard equipment for the W109, enables a top speed of 185 km/h and a 0-100 km/h acceleration in 11.2 seconds . This model was the ideal choice for those seeking royal refinement of the 300 series without sacrificing its simplicity of use in urban traffic and on long journeys.

Model:W109 300 SE
Production year:1966
Transmission:Automatic 4 speed
Starting price:€8,800
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:15.1 L/100km combined
Extra-urban:11.2-13.4 L/100km
City:18.0-21.6 L/100km
Emission standard:N/A
Body style:Sedan
0-80 km/h:7.9 s
0-100 km/h:10.9 s
0-160 km/h:33.0 s
0-200 km/h:N/A
Top speed:184 km/h
Curb weight:1560 kg
Gross weight:2060 kg
Length:4900 mm
Width:1810 mm
Height:1440 mm
Fuel capacity:82 liters

Expert Assessment

Consumption
100%
Safety
95%
Performance
100%
Driveability
100%
Durability
95%
Maintenance
85%
Design
100%
Summary

Experts rate the W109 300 SE as one of the most comfortable cars in history, noting how the air suspension "wipes out" any road irregularities. However, specialists warn that this car is a real financial challenge; the M189 aluminum engine is extremely expensive to rebuild and requires rigorous maintenance of the cooling system. The combination of the automatic gearbox with the weight of the vehicle results in a high fuel consumption, but for collectors, the refinement and status that this limousine offers remain unmatched.

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