1973 Mercedes Benz 280SE 4.5 Drive 

Уважение хозяину этого авто! Это так здорово, что человек в возрасте имеет возможность заниматься любимым делом и получать от этого удовольствие, да и ещё в таком прекрасном месте!

These Mercedes cars were made to last decades if well maintained, but modern plastic Mercedes cars are only made to last 6 years and then their so called electronic system starts to break down on it's own . Watching you drive your classic Mercedes makes me feel it's a very comfortable and relaxing car to drive. A very big 👍 from Lebanon!

Респект этому старому человеку, который сохранил такую легендарную машину в отличном состоянии. Это не машина, а сказка👍👍👍 Спасибо вам мил человек)

Thank you so much Ken. It was so amazing for me to watch your very laxurius Mercedes-Benz car built so long ago. In 1973 I was only 8 years of age and now this is really a wonderful moment for me watching your lovely car drive. Love you so much, Ken.

I owned a 280 SE 4.5 in Boston in the mid 1980's (Mercedes had just transitioned to mfg the 500 SEL flagship, following the 450 SEL). The car was Burgundy with a tan leather interior (not tex leather). It was an absolute blast to drive longer distances. I clearly recall the amount of torque the engine delivered. Letting your foot off the gas was akin to braking in a modern car.This car had an enormous sunroof, AC, power windows, a lovely sound system and radar detectors! Beautiful example you have, it brings back memories of taking 500 mile cruises on a whim with other musicians.😎. These cars truly need to be driven... it's almost sad to see them as museum/garage exhibits today - but scarcity will do that. The W108 and W109 were pure class and the 4.5 carved it's own niche.

Особое уважение деду хозяина этой красавицы салам из Таджикистана 👍👍👍

Мой последний авто в совке. Купил его в 1990. ЕДИНСТВЕННЫЙ на ходу в Ленинграде!!!!! Он изменил мне всё! Походку, разговор. НЕТ СТАРОГО МЕРСА! ЕССТЬ МЕРС!!!!

Именно эта модель мне очень нравится!👍 Вы молодец, что так бережно относитесь к автомобилю!🙂👍

That is a beautiful example and you must be very proud.

I bought a similar used 280 SE 4.5 in light metallic blue from a Mercedes dealer back in the ‘80’s. A fantastic car! For a large car, it handled very sporty. I wasn’t earning much back then and it became expensive for upkeep, so sadly I sold it.

Аксакал, дай Бог вам здоровья и долгих лет счастливой жизни 👏👏👏👍🙋‍♂️🇰🇿🇰🇿🇰🇿🇰🇿🇰🇿

Thank you. Love that Benz! I drive a CLK32O 2002! I'M 71 yrs young and my Benz is still a chick magnet! My philosophy has always been, "The Best Or Nothing"! So true! The best is still to come! Thank you! JC

This car is also a masterpiece as Me262 Schwalbe. The car has beautiful colour.

Wow. It's new! Beautiful. That was a MERCEDES. I love these old MERCEDES!

time capsule absolutely beautiful pristine condition 72 no rattles smooth driving

Fabulous car ! - This has got to be the best looked after 280SE 4.5 in the world - This car is a real credit to it's current owner - Well done, Great video ! 👍

Hi ken I 've watched all your videos now, I saw the sad black 1960 300 D series, what a shame. I'm in my late '60's, & as a kid in the 1950's my paternal grandad had an odd color green 1956 300 C series a little darker than your 4.5 and with deep tan leather seats. He was suspicious of the early automatics so ordered his new as a manual. Owned and used by him until he passed away, then bought by an uncle of mine. My dad was into planes & had two Cesena's instead. My mum's dad had bought himself a new Packard Patrician also in 1956 and equally suspicious of auto box's Pa ordered his as a manual as well. As a kid the Studebaker-Packard dealers here in Australia also sold Mercedes Benz. Again, a lovely video.

صنعت كي لا تفنى، انها مرسيدس بنز فخر الصناعة الالمانية والأوروبية والعالمية جمعاء ولا أحد يضاهيها مطلقا.

Lovely, classic Mercedes. My half-brother had one of those. 280 SE 4.5 litre 1973 that he had imported from the US. But it was blue.

Amazing car you have sir. None of the modern MB junk will last that long.

Super Classic MB the color scheme was so on point back then during that era Pine Green exterior on a light or cream beige leather interior.

Владелец просто красавчик что сохранил так автомобиль. Очень сильно уважаю людей которые относятся так к технике

Classic Mercedes cars are the best ever made German cars

I bought a new 1972 280SEL 4.5 dark green, black interior with sunroof from Carwell Corp in Hermosa Beach, CA. Such a solid, wonderful, reliable motorcar. Being 6'4", the L gave rear seat passengers plenty of room. I sold it myself & purchased a new late 1974 450SL. Beautiful SE, Prost!

Ohh boy. EFI. 😊. Definitely nice ride.

Это произведение искуства 👍

Realmente foi um lindo passeio; a sensação de segurança com 4.5 L nesse 280 SE tranquiliza qualquer "carona" quando conduzido pelo seu zelo e em um vídeo tão bem elaborado! Parabéns por todo conjunto da obra!🇧🇷

Это тот самый дед, который ездил за молоком и только в солнечную погоду! ))))

If there would be a title of a Supreme Masterpiece of multi Art and Design of all sectors and all times -the MB280se of the late 60's + the early 70's should win it very easily.

Very nice car in almost mint condition, congrats! 4.5 was not available in Europe as far as I know, so it should be the most desirable engine displacement! At that time you bought your car I decided to looking for the successor the W116. After 6 month intensive market investigation in 2022 I bought a nice 1. hand 6.9 and I am as happy as you are! Regards from Germany.

OMG perfect ...this is how cars should always be built....thank toy so much in sharing

Absolutely gorgeous car, and the color is great because it isn't ubiquitous!

Thank you. 👍🏻🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿🇬🇧 Beautiful scenery ( found your route on Google Maps). Lovely vehicle.They rusted here due to salt. I’ve kept our W201 from new and our W212 estate as that is well-built and un encumbered with today’s unnecessary electronics.

Amazing car , my favorite Mercedes !! 👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾👍🏾

Hello ! I'm following you from Romania! Your car is SUPERB, very well maintained! I really like ! I wish I could see a car manufactured now, how it will be after 50 years!

Paul Bracq is a genius

DIESER TYP HAT WIRKLICH GESCHMACK WAS AUTO ANGEHT! SCHÖN V8 MERCEDES 👌🏻

Beautiful. My dad a few late seventies and early eighties MBs. Such great memories

He had this car but In black. I could drive all the cars but this one!!,that’s when I fell in love with the earlier 70s models, love the Co Co mats,I think I’ll get some for my 750IL

That is a beautiful w108! I had a 6.3 years ago which I miss dearly , the 280se much more practical.

Классно сохранилась машина,, молодец мужик.

Супер машина,50 лет все работает

Nice car, nice video!! greetings from Germany, Jens

Those old Mercedes are really nice. I like the dash and guages. The SL-380’s were popular.

What a beast, and yet so elegant. The only thing that tops it might be the coupe version. And perhaps a remark in general: it would be SOOO much more rewarding to hear the car sounds and the driving experience over that silly subway music.

Very nice report. Nice to see the area where you live 👍🏼 When I was a Youngster this Mercedes was unaffordable for average persons. Greatings from lake constance in Germany 😉

My father had one green also. 280 se. Very nice.

Your car is amazing! Sounds fantastic and looks just as good

speechless, positively stunning😊

Stunning

Gute Fahrt ! Wunderbar Arbeit und Video 😊 Danke

Fantastic! 💖💖💖💖💖

one of the best cars from Germany !🙂

When someone asks me, what's my favorite w108 color? I think of your Car every time Ken. You are very lucky to own such a beauty, that's true. But the car is extremely lucky to have you as its owner. Great Video Ken. Cheers John.

I have a old friend who had a European used cars sales, I was his detailer/sales/Cookect-

Гарний колір ! Стан - завод!

Exquisit car. New Mercedes being less classy.

Классная машина. 😁👍

Divinooooooo todavía eran Mercedes Benz!

beautiful color, I haven't seen it yet

Excellent car

Wonderful part of the world

Amazing car my frient !!

There has been some serious money spent on that beautiful car

I have the very same car,same color .thank-you for sharing

Beautiful car!

Espetáculo!!! Enor Soldatelli, de Vacaria, cidade do interior do Rio Grande do Sul, Brasil, era proprietário de uma Mercedes-Benz idêntica à relíquia deste vídeo, só que movida a óleo diesel… 👏👏👏👏👏👏

Love that green!

Extraordinary 👍👉❤️

تحفه فنيه من شركه الأحلام الفنيه ومن شعب عملاق لا يعرف المستحيل

I just love your content... Im hopefully picking up my 1970 280SE 6cyl next week to start my own project. This channel will be a great source of information! How's the white 280 going? cant wait to see the work done at the vinyl shop!

very nice, I love this car 🙂

This car is mint!

That car has not seen rain since he got it 😄

Schönes Video und nett kommentiert!

Magnifique 🤩 👍

What a car

Stunning 😍💪

It is good to be loaded at times…✌️👍🏻

Süper klasik harika kondisyonda tebrikler

Моя мечта в надёжных руках !!!

master pice👍 l am congrats you

Năm 1970 lần đầu tiên gặp dòng xe này tôi có cảm giác rùng mình....không thể tin vào mắt mình.

Eine Super Kiste !

A beautiful car. I have not finished watching the video in its entirety, but do the Hella horns sound like that old and unique Mercedes horn? I love the sound of old Mercedes horns, very exclusive and unique!

Мерседес - автомобіль у власному розумінні цього слова!

Great car, i have the 190e 2.6 from 91, bought it for my dog, its a long walk to the beach

Sehr schönes Auto👍

Beautiful Benz! I live in Roanoke Va and that looks like a great drive, what road are you on? I would love to take my Mercedes R129 SL 500 down that road.

Подкапотное пространство забыл. А там M117 d-jet?

Unless this car was modified it does not have a standard torque converter. Originally these cars have a robust pump driven four speed Daimler Benz transmission.

Do you know why some 280 gear shifters are on the steering column?

Раньше инжинеры не только труд они душу вкладывали в машины а сейчас маркетологи диктуют

Respect

Mercedes Benz, don't make them like this anymore, this is when they make good cars. These cars were made to last. Today they wear the name and that is all.

53 năm rồi,vẫn chỉ là giấc mơ.Đời mới bây giờ càng mới càng xấu....

Мерседес в этом кузове моя мечта . ,

Когда её произвели у папы была ваз 2101 с итальянским движком , я думал мы в космосе , а оказывается что в дерме был наш автопром , а загнивающий капитализм на марсе 😢. И это всего лишь 28 лет спустя после разгрома Германии!

Супер!!!! огонь 🔥

Great Legend