INTRODUCTIONand HISTORY--------------- This luxurious model was the last of the hand-built Mercedes. Only 13 cars per week rolled off the production line. These cabriolets and coupes are true classics. Unlike other automobiles, these cars were classics the day they rolled off the production line, and have remained so ever since.The 220SEb was first introduced in 1961 and was considered to be an immediate success. Road & Track magazine said "one of the best-looking body designs to come from any German concern." Exquisitely proportioned and beautifully designed. Luxurious may very well be an understatement when describing this model. There were no changes to the basic design until 1969. (Why mess with perfection, huh?) Because of the high demand for convertibles, many coupes have been cut and converted into convertibles, especially the 280 SE 3.5 coupes (as they are the most sought-after of the cabriolets.)SO BE CAREFUL!This has been done so by unscrupulous people in the event of an unsuspecting customer that comes to purchase a convertible. If you are looking at a convertible, make sure to check the chassis number. If you are unsure of the car, call us with the chassis number and we will be happy to help verify whether or not it is a true cabriolet. If you purchase a false convertible, it can cost you thousands of dollars.Click here for information on what to avoid.All of these coupes and convertibles are elegant, yet can still be driven and maintained with no fuss. The later models with bigger engines are preferred, such as the 300 SE,(see separate page)which was rare when it was new, and is a definite keeper now. The 280 SE 3.5 convertible is a definite collectible because of it's power and grace, and also because of the grille, which is lower and wider. They are elegantly trimmed out with leather and hard-wood veneer in the dash. | Production Numbers: | | Production Numbers of the 220SEb from 1961 to 1965 | | The chassis prefix for coupes is 111 021 The engine prefix is 127 984 | | The chassis prefix for cabriolets is 111 023The engine prefix is 127 984 |
| Coupes | 14173 units | | Cabriolets | -2729 units | | Total: | 16902 units |
| Production Numbers of the 250SE from1965 to 1967 | | The chassis prefix for 250SE Coupes is 111 021The engine prefix is 129 980/981 | | The chassis prefix to 250 SE Cabriolets is 111 023The engine prefix is 129 980/981 |
| Coupes | 5259 units | | Cabriolets | -954units | | Total: | 6213 units
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