1970 Mercedes-Benz 300 SEL 6.3

Description

Mercedes-Benz is responsible for creating a new class of performance sedans capable of outrunning contemporary Ferraris and Porsches with the creation of the 300 SEL 6.3 sedan in 1968. Developed in secret by lead engineer Erich Waxenberger combining the best attributes of the luxurious 300 SEL grand touring sedan with the 6.3-liter V8 and transmission of the 600 “Grosser” to create a conservatively styled sedan that conceals its remarkable performance. The combination of engineering capabilities with innovative technologies bestows this Mercedes with air suspension with automatic level control, a four-speed automatic transmission, power steering, dual-circuit ventilated power disc brakes for all four wheels, air conditioning, power windows, and numerous other amenities. Inside and out, it may appear like any other Mercedes-Benz as it is only under the hood, and the simple designation on that trunk creates the mystique that is the 6.3. 

Highlights 

• The recipient of over $79,000 worth of service and restorative work completed since 2018 

• A well-preserved example with a majority of its original paint and interior

• Awarded Preservation Award at the 2018 Misslewood Concours

• Powered by a 6.3 liter “M100” V8 engine with mechanical eight-plunger fuel injection pump, rated at 250 net horsepower at 4,000 rpm 

• Finished in Horizon Blue over a Natural leather interior  

• Optionally equipped with a power sunroof and an ivory-colored steering wheel 

• Interior wood trim restoration by Madera Concepts 

• Equipped with Bilstein shock absorbers and a stainless-steel exhaust system 

• Upgraded with Mercedes-Benz 15 inch “Bundt” style wheels acquired from Mercedes Benz Classic and are shod with 205/65 Michelin Premier tires 

• Becker Europa radio with automatic antenna 

• This 300 SEL 6.3 is offered with an odometer displaying just over 88,000 miles which the seller believes to be original 

Features 

• Central locking system  

• Anti-dive control on the rear axle  

• Power windows 

• Electric tachometer 

• Floor shifted automatic transmission 

• Front seat back nets 

• Electric clock 

• Pivoting vent windows 

• Foldable armrest between the front and rear seats 

• Padded dashboard and sun visors 

• Anatomically counted seats with adjustable height, backrest, and headrests 

• Panoramic safety glass windows 

• Review mirror adjustable to anti-glare position 

• Locking glove compartment 

• Door mounted map pockets 

Known Imperfections 

• Cracked dashboard 

• Cracked windshield seal 

• Stained rear seat bottom and rear carpet 

• Minor aging of some rubber seals

Included 

• Original owner’s manuals and service book in OEM container

• Service records 

• Jack 

• Spare wheel 

• Mercedes-Benz OEM tool roll

• Original steel wheels and painted hubcaps with tires  

Ownership History 

This 1970 Mercedes-Benz 300 SEL 6.3 was acquired by the consigner in 2018. Since then, it has been in the highly capable hands of DAS Sport of Gordonsville, Virginia where, over the past six years, this well-preserved example of Mercedes’ super sedan has received over $79,000 in service and restorative work as documented in the history file available for review. 

Additional Notes A Broad Arrow Group Consignment Specialist is working as an agent on behalf of the owner of this vehicle Contact: Ramsey Potts Phone: 912.508.4096 email: rpotts@hagerty.com