This 1968 Mercedes-Benz is one of 954 250SE Cabriolets built between 1965 and 1967.
Finished in Silver Metallic over black leather, this example underwent a bare-metal repaint in 2014 along with the installation of a new convertible top, headliner, boot, and more.
Power comes from a fuel-injected 2.5L M129 straight-six coupled with a 4-speed column-shifted automatic transmission.
The 2.5L M129 inline-six features a mechanically-controlled six-piston fuel injection pump and was rated at 150 horsepower when new.
Shifting is through a 4-speed automatic transmission.
The water pump and drive belts were replaced 1,000 miles ago along with the subframe bushings, motor mounts, front shocks, tie rods, battery, and muffler.
The fuel tank was cleaned and relined, and a new fuel pump, power steering pump, and fuel sending unit were installed 2,000 miles ago.
The radiator was recored and new hoses were fitted within the last 5,000 miles.
The sale includes a collection of factory literature as well as service records.
A bare-metal repaint in the original shade of Silver Metallic (180) was performed in 2014 following minor rust repair.
New rubber gaskets were installed along with a fresh convertible top.
A fresh top boot and headliner were also added.
Replacement 14” steel wheels wear polished and body-colored covers and were mounted with a matching set of Cooper Lifeliner Classic radials within the last 1,000 miles.
The 2014 work included refreshment of the interior with refinished wood trim, new carpeting, and replacement door panels. The factory air conditioning system was converted to use R134a refrigerant and is reported to work well.
The front passenger power window was repaired in early 2018.
A 1990s tape deck has replaced the original radio.
Just under 18k miles are indicated on the odometer, have rolled over once.
