1973 Mercedes-Benz 250C Auto
VIC • Private
81
Odometer3,874km
Body typeCoupe
FuelPetrol
TransmissionAutomatic
Comments from the seller
Comes with books…original and no rust….This 1973 Mercedes 250C is a gorgeous spec. Cognac interior with Ivory exterior is such a classic W114 coupe combo — warm, classy, and very 70s Euro luxury.
I really want to sell my Mercedes regrettably.
Those coupes have the pillarless hardtop look with all the windows down, and that M114 inline-6 is smooth when it’s dialed in. The cognac leather/mb-tex against cream paint ages beautifully too.
Quick specs
Chassis: W114 coupe, pillarless hardtop two door
Engine: M114.980 2.5L inline-6, reconditioned twin Zenith carbs, ∼130hp
Transmission: 4-speed auto.
Weight: ∼3200 lbs
Exhaust system : New
0-60: About 11 seconds. It’s a cruiser, not a sprinter
Why the 1973 is unique
Last year of the W114 coupe before the W123 took over in 1976
That color combo
Exterior: Cream was DB-876 Light Ivory. It was a popular, elegant choice that shows the chrome trim really well
Interior: Cognac MB-Tex or leather. MB-Tex holds up incredibly well with no tears.
Wood: Zebrano wood on the dash and console. Darkens to a rich patina with age
Original paint with no rust on a W114 coupe is unicorn-tier rare.
Why that matters
Rust magnet: W114/W115s had minimal factory rustproofing. Most survivors rusted at the window corners, floors, and jack points by the 1980s
Original paint: Means no accident repairs, no hidden filler, and the body lines haven’t been messed with. Collectors pay a big premium for that
Survivor value: Original cream DB-876 that’s still presentable in 2026 puts it way above a repainted driver. It’s preservation class now
Preserve, don’t restore: Gentle paint correction only. Avoid a full respray unless absolutely necessary. You can’t un-paint a survivor
Storage: Keep it dry and ventilated. These cars survived 50+ years without rust because someone kept them out of salt and moisture
A no-rust, original-paint 250C in cream/cognac is exactly what W114 collectors hunt for. This is a time capsule.
The price is very fair for this vehicle with RWC.
Car details
øVehicle description
W114 Coupe 2dr Auto 4sp 2.8
Powerplant type
Internal Combustion Engine (ICE)
Cost to insureSponsored
Exterior colour
White
Interior colour
Cognac Tan
Body type
Coupe, 2 doors, 5 seats
Transmission
4 speed Automatic
Engine
6 cylinders, Petrol Aspirated, 2.8L
Cost of financeSponsored
Registration plate
Check with seller
Build date
March 1973
Compliance date
March 1973
Roadworthy certificate
Provided at pick-up by seller
carsales Network ID
SSE-AD-16572633
Safety & Security
Number of Airbags
0
Engine
Engine type
Piston
Engine Location
Front
Engine Size (cc)
2778cc
Engine Size (L)
2.8L
Induction
Aspirated
Engine Configuration
In-line
Cylinders
6
Camshaft
Overhead Cam
Valves/Ports per Cylinder
2
Engine Code
M130
Generic Engine Type
Piston
Transmission & Drivetrain
Gears
4
Gear Type
Automatic
Gear Location
Floor
Drive
Rear Wheel Drive
Fuel
Fuel Type
Petrol
Fuel Delivery
Carburettor Single
Method of Delivery
Mechanical
Wheels & Tyres
Rim Material
Steel
Front Rim Description
14x6.95
Rear Rim Description
14x6.95
Other
Country of Origin
GERMANY
Launch Year
1973
Launch Month
11
Generation Name
114
Series
W114
Badge
(No Badge)
Doors
2
Seat Capacity
5
Body Style
Coupe
Probationary plate status +
Australian Capital Territory
Approved
Western Australia
Approved
Northern Territory
Approved
Tasmania
Approved
New South Wales
Not Determined
Victoria
Approved
Queensland
Referred
South Australia
Referred
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Zane is the sellerLocation
Preston, VIC 3072
Member since
2022
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