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1971 Mercedes-Benz 280 SEL 4.5 [W108] 
Ep. 3.22Class: Cars, Sedan — Model origin: 
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![1971 Mercedes-Benz 280 SEL 4.5 [W108]](i001033365.jpg)
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◊ 2017-05-14 21:06 |
This deserves a "Made for USA" flag. The European spec 3.5 litre V8 had very limited performance due to exhaust regulations, compared with full size American motors, and wouldn't justify the high price tag. Hence Mercedes made a 4.5-litre specially made for the U.S. market. |
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◊ 2017-05-14 21:52 |
US side markers, 1968+, this model was made 1971-72 |
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◊ 2019-04-10 09:03 |
MY1972, MY1971 was when they were putting the 3.5 in the 300SEL |
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