1971 Mercedes-Benz 250CE W114

Highlights

• Restored approximately six years ago
• Beautiful and increasingly rare silver over black RHD W114 250 CE Coupe
• Comprehensively restored including body, upholstery and paint
• MOT, Tax and ULEZ free for London driving
• In demand for commercial, film, TV and magazine work

The Appeal

With its pillarless side profile and distinctive ‘stack’ headlights, the W114 coupe is one of Paul Bracq’s finest designs and has come to be regarded as one of the iconic Mercedes models. So, it is perhaps no surprise to discover that this car is in demand with film and TV producers and photographers for commercial shoots. Recognised for its pioneering features, engineering, build and quality, it is also considered to have one of the most reliable engines in history.

It was the first of the Mercedes models to feature the Bosch D-Jetronic fully electronic fuel injection, a central console and the now iconic ribbed lights and is an original, increasingly rare, RHD UK market model. Significant restoration work by the current owner included bodywork, floorplates and upholstery with the car being ‘taken down to its wheel arches’ and restored.

These cars have long been admired for their blend of mechanical sophistication and understated glamour, and good examples are increasingly sought after. This 1971 UK-registered example benefits from a restoration and presents a fine opportunity to acquire a handsome Mercedes-Benz coupe that is ready to be used and enjoyed.

History and Paperwork

• First UK registered 11th August 1971
• Previously white, which was changed in January 2000
• Older restoration refinished in silver over black
• Extensive refurbishment covering floors, bodywork and interior retrim
• MOT, tax and ULEZ compliant for London driving
• Please note: Category C Insurance Loss in 2001
• No full service history available, but details available for current keeper’s ownership
• Vendor states that the mileage is higher than 30,221 miles displayed
• Vendor tells us that it is in demand for commercial visual work

The Condition

• The vendor describes the car as being in very good condition throughout
• Paint is very well presented with a handsome shine
• Brightwork is clean
• Nicely-presented colour-matched wheels
• Underside appears solid with only gentle patina
• Interior is very original
• Upholstery carries only gentle wear
• Instruments are clean and legible
• Dashboard in good overall order

The Mechanics

• 2,496cc 150bhp M114 straight six fuel-injected engine
• Four-speed automatic transmission
• Believed to be mechanically standard
• Engine bay in good order
• Reported by the vendor to be driving well

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