1975 Mercedes-Benz W116 w116 280se review from Australia and New Zealand
"Better than any new car"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
The distibutor cap played up.
Indicator wouldn't hold.
Odometer stopped at 206000.
The radiator had a small leak.
General comments?
The best car in the world.
Great on fuel.
Reliable every day driver.
Parts are cheap I even bought a second 280se to stip for spare parts.
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model Year | 1975 |
| First year of ownership | 2005 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2007 |
| Engine and transmission | 2.8L Automatic |
| Performance marks | 8/10 |
| Reliability marks | 9/10 |
| Comfort marks | 10/10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 10/10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 8/10 |
| Distance when acquired | 283405 kilometres |
| Most recent distance | 293670 kilometres |
| Date of Entry | 9th February, 2007 |