Alright wow: this 1966 Mercedes 250SE Cabriolet, manual and minty green, blends old-school luxury, modern upgrades, rich history, and open-top cruising perfection.
Overview
SBX Cars is proud to offer for sale this 1966 Mercedes-Benz 250SE Cabriolet showing 9,822 miles on the odometer at the time of this cataloging. Finished in light green over a Parchment leather interior, this W111 Cabriolet is offered with service records, owner’s booklets, historic registration cards, and a clear title.
The W111-chassis Mercedes-Benz coupe and cabriolet models were known for high-end iconic styling from the moment they first debuted in 1961. They delivered distinctive and luxurious features for the era, like handcrafted interiors, four-wheel disc brakes, woodgrain trim, and fuel injection systems. For a unique blend of touring comfort and an interactive driving experience, some were also outfitted with manual transmissions, like this stunning, rare four-speed manual 250SE Cabriolet.
The car’s library of documentation spans many decades, including registration paperwork dating back to new. Following about 55 years of Arizona ownership, the car subsequently spent time in California before making its way to Florida (where it's being stored in a climate controlled garage). In recent years, this Cabriolet went through extensive service and maintenance at Mercedes-Benz specialty facilities. An electric air conditioning system and a Bluetooth audio system were incorporated, and the car received work to the fuel injection system, timing, electrical system, fluids, suspension, clutch, and more. It is mechanically sound and ready for its next owner to enjoy.
This 250SE Cabriolet offers a rare combination of vintage luxury and an engaging manual-transmission driving experience. It is an appreciating, well-maintained investment that shows abundant pride of ownership throughout.
Note that the car is titled using VIN 250SE086882, while the chassis number is 11102310086882.
Specifications & Options
Exterior
- Light mint green paint
- Repainted under prior ownership
- Originally Papyrus White (code 717)
- Black retractable soft top
- Plastic rear window
- Parchment snap-in convertible boot
- Chrome bumpers
- U.S.-specification quad stacked headlights
- Antenna
- Driver side mirror
- Rocker moldings
- Twin exhaust outlets
- 14-inch steel wheels
- Body-colored hubcaps
- Cornell 855 steel-belted 195/75 whitewall tires
Interior
- Parchment leather upholstery
- Re-trimmed
- Lap belts added
- Manual-crank windows
- Wood trim
- VDO-branded clock
- Electric air conditioning
- Becker Europa AM/FM radio
- Bluetooth connectivity
- Newer carpeting
- Trunk-mounted spare tire with jack
- VDO-branded gauges
- 140-mph speedometer
- 7,000-rpm tachometer
- Fuel level
- Coolant temperature
- Oil pressure
Mechanical
- M129 2.5-liter inline-six
- Replacement engine
- Bosch mechanical fuel injection
- Rated at 150 horsepower
- Rated at 159 lb-ft of torque
- Four-speed manual transmission
- Independent double wishbone front suspension
- Rear swing axle
- Four-wheel disc brakes
Service History
Service history highlights have included:
- Recent brake fluid flush, steering coupler and damper replacement
- December 2024: Heater lever repair, electrical system repair, oil change, radio antenna replacement, bracket replacement, fuel filter change, fuel pump change, injector cleaning, seat belt installation
- May 2024: Timing adjustment, valve adjustment, spark plug replacement
- February 2024: Ignition coil replacement, hose clamp replacement, front wheel bearing replacement, brake line flush, hydraulic clutch fluid flush
Condition & Reports
The seller has provided a gallery of photographs, as well as videos with an exterior walk-around, an interior overview, and a driving demonstration.
Noted imperfections:
- Windshield chip
- Some blemishes in the chrome
- Ding on passenger front fender
- Small exterior blemishes as shown in the photos
Included in the Sale
- Service records
- Owner’s booklets
- Key
- A/C controller
Summary
The W111 Cabriolet is widely regarded in Mercedes-Benz enthusiast communities as a symbol of timeless elegance. This four-speed manual example, with its robust service history, presents an exclusive opportunity to experience vintage luxurious German motoring in a turn-key classic.
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Buyer's Premium
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- Buyer's premium: 5%
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