1970 Mercedes-Benz 280 SE 3.5 Cabriolet

Representing the ultimate expression of 1960s Mercedes-Benz design philosophy, the W111 Cabriolet reached its absolute zenith with the 280SE 3.5—a flagship model strictly limited to just 1,232 units produced over a brief three-year window between 1969 and 1971. Beneath its assertive, low-and-wide ’Low-Grille’ front fascia lies the legendary 3.5-liter M116 V8 engine, generating a formidable 200 PS. Imported into Japan as a European-specification model in 1982 and meticulously preserved by passionate collectors ever since, this highly original example features a floor-shifted 4-speed automatic transmission, power steering, power windows, and air conditioning. Surrounded by hand-crafted wood and supple leather, cruising with the top down offers an unrepeatable experience that no modern hypercar can replicate.