When this car was built, the Mercedes-Benz viewpoint was that you design the car around the passenger area. People first is a simple idea; their comfort, their safety – and all else falls in place from this first principle. It was the “from-the-inside-out” way of thinking about design that gave the Mercedes-Benz two special advantages: living room interiors that are luxurious and hospitable to all, with safety considerations not found in most any other car of the period. The second is charm to spare throughout – with just a hint of arrogance that you drive the car with the aristocratic nose, a classic profile with the glint of the famous three-pointed star.

This 1970 280SE Cabriolet is cosmetically restored and features a new interior. The car is presented in light ivory and the interior is seen in a rich tobacco tone. A dark brown canvas convertible top is a perfect complement to the overall visual package. The 280SE is powered by a 2.8-liter inline six-cylinder engine that is paired to an automatic transmission. Other desirable equipment includes factory air conditioning, Becker AM/FM radio, factory center console; power steering and brakes.