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1970 Mercedes-Benz 300 SEL 6.3 W109 (Automatic / 4 Gears) RWD [1966-1972]

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Overview

1970 Mercedes-Benz 300 SEL 6.3 W109 (Automatic / 4 Gears) RWD [1966-1972]

The 1970 Mercedes-Benz 300 SEL 6.3 remains one of the most iconic cars in automotive history, virtually creating the concept of the super-sport sedan. This vehicle is powered by the massive M100 6.3 engine, a 6332 cm3 Bosch Mechanical Injection Gasoline unit, which produces 250 hp / 247 HP / 184 kW in 4000 engine rpm and a monumental torque of 500 Nm in 2800 rpm. Equipped with 4-speed automatic transmission and pneumatic (airborne) suspension, this limousine achieves a top speed of 220 km/h and accelerates from 0-100 km/h in just 6.5 seconds . In its time, this model was one of the fastest four-door cars in the world, combining the smooth movement of a SEL series with the performance of a racing car.

Model:W109 300 SEL 6.3
Production year:1970
Transmission:Automatic 4 speed
Starting price:€12,400
Engine size:6.3 L
Max torque:500 Nm
Cylinders alignment:V 8
Charge system:Gasoline pa turbocharger
Displacement:6332 cm3
Max power:250 PS / 247 HP / 184 kW
Fuel type:Gasoline
Fuel consumption:19.4 L/100km combined
Extra-urban:13.4-16.1 L/100km
City:24.9-29.9 L/100km
Emission standard:N/A
Body style:Sedan
0-80 km/h:5.3 s
0-100 km/h:7.3 s
0-160 km/h:20.2 s
0-200 km/h:47.2 s
Top speed:220 km/h
Curb weight:1765 kg
Gross weight:2265 kg
Length:5000 mm
Width:1810 mm
Height:1420 mm
Fuel capacity:105 liters

Expert Assessment

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

Experts regard the 300 SEL 6.3 as a "costumed monster" as its performance was unimaginable for a luxury sedan at the time. The M100 engine is praised for its inexhaustible power and mechanical reliability, but reviews point out that its maintenance is extremely costly due to the complexity of the 8-element mechanical injection system. Air suspension is vital to carry the heavy weight of the engine and provide stability at the bends, but specialists warn that any repairs to this system require a high budget. Fuel consumption is legendary for its height, but this was a sacrifice that the owners of this elite vehicle were willing to make for the prestige and speed it offered.

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