#280c

[uncannydrive]

1973 280C Gasoline Coupe

[crazyforcars]

1976 280C, the last production year of the /8 coupe.

Introduced as a 1969 model, the W114 series was facelifted for 1974 with 5mph bumpers, rain gutters for the A-pillars, fluted tail lights, a shorter/wider grill, and integrated rear view mirrors.

The ‘vent’ windows in the front doors are interesting:  DB decided to eliminate the opening vent windows in the W114, going to a 1 piece window, which necessitated a new window regulator.  But they opted NOT to apply this change to the coupes (cost? packaging?).  But they still wanted to apply the new corporate rear view mirror to the door, so the vent had to become fixed, and the mirror ended up with its weird placement. 

[hirocimacruiser]

430 Nissan Cedric wagon. Me likey. 

[nsdclassic]

Mercedes 280C W114

[crazyforcars]

1974 Mercedes 280C coupe (W114)

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Mercedes 280C, second series (1974-1976 model years)… C114.

Was the mid-range coupe at the time (the 450SLC was the top of the line), but cost as much as an Eldorado.  

Despite having a double-overhead straight six, independent rear suspension, and 4-wheel disc brakes, it lacked power seats and an adjustable steering wheel.

Last of the ‘60s Mercedes, updated with ‘70s design touches, such as A-pillar rain gutters, modern rear view mirrors, and fluted tail lights.

[crazyforcars]

1974-1976 Mercedes E-class coupe.  W114, or really a C114.

Unique blend of ‘60s design (vertical headlamps, last use of vent panes in front windows, faux radiator cap, old-style door handles, and painted hubcaps) and ‘70s innovation (rain gutters, modern rear view mirror, fluted rear lights, safety steering wheel).

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1974-76 Mercedes 280C (C114)