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1966 Mercedes-Benz 300 SE W109 (Manuals / 4 Gears) RWD (1965-1967)

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Overview

1966 Mercedes-Benz 300 SE W109 (Manuals / 4 Gears) RWD (1965-1967)

The 1966 Mercedes-Benz 300 SE represented the beginning of the new era of luxury limousines in the W109 series, positioning itself as the most sophisticated variant over the W108 series. 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. Unlike the W108 series, the 300 SE comes standard with pneumatic (airborne) suspension that offers unmatched comfort. Equipped with a 4-speed manual gearbox , this luxury sedan achieves a top speed of 190 km/h and accelerates from 0-100 km/h in 11.2 seconds according to the factory, combining the elegance of the new design with the proven power of the 3.0-liter engine.

Model:W109 300 SE
Production year:1966
Transmission:Manuale with 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:13.2 L/100km combined
Extra-urban:10.4-12.5 L/100km
City:14.7-17.6 L/100km
Emission standard:N/A
Body style:Sedan
0-80 km/h:6.1 s
0-100 km/h:9.6 s
0-160 km/h:27.9 s
0-200 km/h:N/A
Top speed:190 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 regard the W109 300 SE as the model that proved the superiority of Mercedes-Benz in the luxury car market, especially appreciating the integration of the air suspension in the new more modern and lower chassis. Although the M189 engine is an engineering masterpiece made of aluminum, reviews point out that it is incredibly complex to repair and requires specific workmanship, much like the pneumatic system that can cause staggering costs if neglected.

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