Mercedes-Benz 280 1978

FROM $2,860

The 1978 Mercedes-Benz 280 range of configurations is currently priced from $2,860.

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The 1978 Mercedes-Benz 280 carries a braked towing capacity of up to 1200 Kg, but check to ensure this applies to the configuration you're considering.

16.0L/100km (combined)

Sedan

4 Speed Automatic

Leaded Petrol

Mercedes-Benz 280 Model	Body Type	Specs	Price from	Price to
Ce	Body Type: Coupe	Specs: 2.7L Leaded 4 SP AUTO	Price From: $5,500	Price To: $7,810
E	Body Type: Sedan	Specs: 2.7L Leaded 4 SP AUTO	Price From: $2,860	Price To: $5,830
Sel	Body Type: Sedan	Specs: 2.7L Leaded 4 SP AUTO	Price From: $4,290	Price To: $6,270
Se	Body Type: Sedan	Specs: 2.7L Leaded 4 SP AUTO	Price From: $5,500	Price To: $7,700

Mercedes-Benz 280 Model

Body Type

Specs

Price from

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Body Type: Coupe

Specs: 2.7L Leaded 4 SP AUTO

Price From: $5,500

Price To: $7,810

Body Type: Sedan

Specs: 2.7L Leaded 4 SP AUTO

Specs: 2.7L Leaded 4 SP AUTO

Price From: $4,290

Price To: $6,270

Body Type: Sedan

Specs: 2.7L Leaded 4 SP AUTO

Price From: $5,500

Price To: $7,700

Mercedes-Benz 280 Model	Body Type	Front Tyre Size	Front Rim	Rear Rim
Ce	Body Type: Coupe	Front Tyre Size: —	Front Rim: 6x14 in	Rear Rim: 6x14 in
E	Body Type: Sedan	Front Tyre Size: —	Front Rim: 6x14 in	Rear Rim: 6x14 in
Se	Body Type: Sedan	Front Tyre Size: —	Front Rim: 6x14 in	Rear Rim: 6x14 in
Sel	Body Type: Sedan	Front Tyre Size: —	Front Rim: 6x14 in	Rear Rim: 6x14 in

Mercedes-Benz 280 Model

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Mercedes-Benz 280 1978 FAQs

Finding the right fuel

THE Valiants need PULP with an upper-cylinder lubricant such as Valvemaster or Flashlube, which can be found at your local servo. Your Benz should run satisfactorily on PULP with no need for an additive.

Merc doing well

Thanks for your comments, Neil. I wonder if you would have had the same results using unleaded without the Fuelstar.

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Mercedes-Benz 280 1978 Dimensions

Dimensions for the 1978 Mercedes-Benz 280 are dependent on which body type is chosen. The maximum width and height is 1865mm x 1425mm and can vary on the basis of model.

Mercedes-Benz 280 Model	Body Type	Height x Width x Length	Ground Clearance
Ce	Body Type: Coupe	Height x Width x Length: 1395x1786x4640 mm	Ground Clearance: 165 mm
E	Body Type: Sedan	Height x Width x Length: 1438x1786x4825 mm	Ground Clearance: 165 mm
Se	Body Type: Sedan	Height x Width x Length: 1425x1865x4960 mm	Ground Clearance: 150 mm
Sel	Body Type: Sedan	Height x Width x Length: 1425x1865x5060 mm	Ground Clearance: 150 mm

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Mercedes-Benz 280 1978 Towing Capacity

The 1978 Mercedes-Benz 280 has maximum towing capacity of 1200kg. Some models also offer heavy-duty or towing option packs which can increase towing capacity, as well as options which can hamper towing capacity. Towing capacities can vary wildly on a large number of factors. These include engine, transmission, model, and options chosen. Always check with the manufacturer or in your vehicles handbook before attempting to tow anything.

Mercedes-Benz 280 Model	Body Type	Specs	Braked Capacity
Ce	Body Type: Coupe	Specs: 2.7L Leaded 4 SP AUTO	Braked Capacity: 1200kg
E	Body Type: Sedan	Specs: 2.7L Leaded 4 SP AUTO	Braked Capacity: 1200kg
Se	Body Type: Sedan	Specs: 2.7L Leaded 4 SP AUTO	Braked Capacity: 1200kg
Sel	Body Type: Sedan	Specs: 2.7L Leaded 4 SP AUTO	Braked Capacity: 1200kg

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Mercedes-Benz 280 1978 Fuel consumption

Fuel consumption for the 1978 Mercedes-Benz 280 is dependent on the type of engine, transmission, or model chosen. The Mercedes-Benz 280 currently offers fuel consumption from 16.0L/100km.

Mercedes-Benz 280 Model	Body Type	Specs	Fuel Consumption
Ce	Body Type: Coupe	Specs: 2.7L Leaded 4 SP AUTO	Fuel Consumption: 16.0L/100km
E	Body Type: Sedan	Specs: 2.7L Leaded 4 SP AUTO	Fuel Consumption: 16.0L/100km
Sel	Body Type: Sedan	Specs: 2.7L Leaded 4 SP AUTO	Fuel Consumption: 17.0L/100km
Se	Body Type: Sedan	Specs: 2.7L Leaded 4 SP AUTO	Fuel Consumption: —