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1969 Mercedes-Benz 280 SE W108 (Manuals / 5 Gears) RWD (1965-1972)

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Overview

1969 Mercedes-Benz 280 SE W108 (Manuals / 5 Gears) RWD (1965-1972)

The 1969 Mercedes-Benz 280 SE with 5-speed manual transmission is one of the most refined and technically advanced variants of the W108 series. This vehicle is powered by the M130 E28 engine, a 2778 cm3 Bosch Mechanical Injection Gasoline unit, which produces 160 hp / 158 hp/ 117.5 kW at 5500 rpm and a torque of 240 Nm at 4250 rpm. The presence of fifth gear (overdrive) significantly improves the highway experience, reducing noise and consumption at high speeds. With a top speed of 190 km/h and a 0-100 km/h acceleration in 10.5 seconds , this sedan perfectly combines the W108 chassis lacquer with a more sporty control and higher efficiency than the standard versions.

Model:W108 280 SE
Production year:1969
Transmission:Manuale with 5 speed
Starting price:€5,150
Engine size:2.8 L
Max torque:240 Nm
Cylinders alignment:Line 6
Charge system:Gasoline pa turbocharger
Displacement:2778 cm3
Max power:160 PS / 158 HP / 117.5 kW
Fuel type:Gasoline
Fuel consumption:12.8 L/100km combined
Extra-urban:9.7-11.6 L/100km
City:15.0-18.0 L/100km
Emission standard:N/A
Body style:Sedan
0-80 km/h:6.4 s
0-100 km/h:9.4 s
0-160 km/h:28.1 s
0-200 km/h:N/A
Top speed:191 km/h
Curb weight:1485 kg
Gross weight:1985 kg
Length:4900 mm
Width:1810 mm
Height:1440 mm
Fuel capacity:82 liters

Expert Assessment

Consumption
64%
Safety
80%
Performance
78%
Driveability
90%
Durability
94%
Maintenance
65%
Design
100%
Summary

Experts rate the 280 SE 5-speed as the peak efficiency for the W108 series, where Bosch injection significantly increases power. The chassis remains very reliable avoiding pneumatic complexity. However, the mechanical injection system requires rare specialists, which increases the cost of servicing. When synchronized correctly, the engine delivers dynamics and smoothness that competes with modern driving standards.

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