Oh what a beautiful car this is. I grew up with my father driving a 280SE W108 in the same colour blue. We took many long distance family holidays in the that car.
SLOVENIA ... What a country, very sweet memories, the only East European Country that had and still has Visa Waiver Status with the USA. She is, probably, the most technically advanced country of Eastern Europe. Germany invested heavily, producing many gadgets. Slovenians are exceedingly friendly and helpful to foreigners. They are not boisterous like their neighbours, Italians, nor quarrelsome like Croatians. Yes, she is a very beautiful nice little country. BTW, I had one with customized 6.9 litres engine. She was a car and a half to drive on German Autobahn ..She was quite heavy on Petrol and ?Engine Oil. so were all Mercedes.
The confusion regarding the 'air bags' on these cars is that the pneumatic suspension was commonly referred to as the car having 'air bags'... air bag suspension. The air bag safety device in the steering wheel boss was first introduced on the W116.
I got a 300SEL 3.5 1971 Exactly as you are showing Thanks for the video Would be great if you can help me with a online web page to find some parts for restauration
Another option on these cars was an electric window between the front and back seats for privacy when the car is chauffeur driven. It was a very neat installation. Remember, these cars were used by royalty and other dignitaries in those days. To this day I regret not buying the one I drove... it had previously belonged to the King of Swaziland and came up for sale in Cape Town many years ago. I did at least own a W108 280 SE and a W116 350 SE, so I did get to experience both The Body and The Engine; just not at The Same Time.🤣 Edit PS: In my opinion, these two cars were of a higher and more solid build quality than the two W126 cars I owned. The 560 SEL was humongous and very powerful, but I never liked it. The 500 SE was a much sweeter car to drive, but not quite up to scratch when compared to the W108 and W116.
Regardless of the fact we've filmed this in 1971, the cameraman wasn't under the influence of substances popular in those times. He simply had a few technical issues with his gear. He's very sorry about that and, if you meet him in person, he'll buy you a beer!
Perfect for the coming zombie apocalypse end of 2021 . No need for fancy electronics and software to keep it going , just a big hammer and some spanners and you’re off again !
....................Kudos to you for maintaining this vehicle I have two cars benz w 115 and 123 Both vehicles do not run very badly The w 115 car was the official car used by the world’s first prime minister My dream is to get those 2 cars running It is not easy The politicians of sri lanka have stolen the national economy and the whole country is in debt to the world The country is now being run by IMF and world aid Everything is taxed Just breathing is not taxed I have seen benz cars abandoned in some countries which are in the best condition Both my cars have about 60% damage to the bumper Recovery is difficult If you have the body of the w 115 or 123 cars in you possession, I would be grateful if you could provide me with the body of those cars. Also, if there is any possibility to help me in making these two cars, I would be grateful Sorry if there was a mistake…… I am also a person who loves benz cars…………………
Love this! But one comment... I don't believe airbags were ever an option in 1971, or on any W109 series car. Those came later in the mid eighties production.
I believe you are correct. I looked it up and it seems the airbags were introduced with the w126 in 1981. Sorry! Owner made a small mistake there, but he's still an encyclopedia of information. :)
And just want to say how much I enjoy this channel. As an American with close friends in Ljubljana, I love all the fun and interesting cars you feature that we don't get here. Plus, the Slovenian scenery is always spectacular.
I love the W108-9's, truly wonderful cars. Solid, well engineered and so good to drive. Compare this to American or any other luxury cars of the era. The next W116's (last of the chrome bumper models from MB) were special too.
Ich besaß vom 180 D bis zum 6.9 fast alle Mercedes Fahrzeuge. Auch die W 140 Reihe bin ich gefahren, der 6.3 war ein aussergewöhnliches Fahrzeug, und hat viel Spass gemacht. Trotzdem, auch der 300 SEL 3.5 reicht aus um schnell zufahren. Keiner braucht natürlich den 6.3!
A proper review of this car is done in a suit 😉.
You are correct! Will try to do something about that the next time I review a car like this. :)
Oh what a beautiful car this is. I grew up with my father driving a 280SE W108 in the same colour blue. We took many long distance family holidays in the that car.
SLOVENIA ... What a country, very sweet memories, the only East European Country that had and still has Visa Waiver Status with the USA. She is, probably, the most technically advanced country of Eastern Europe. Germany invested heavily, producing many gadgets. Slovenians are exceedingly friendly and helpful to foreigners. They are not boisterous like their neighbours, Italians, nor quarrelsome like Croatians. Yes, she is a very beautiful nice little country. BTW, I had one with customized 6.9 litres engine. She was a car and a half to drive on German Autobahn ..She was quite heavy on Petrol and ?Engine Oil. so were all Mercedes.
The confusion regarding the 'air bags' on these cars is that the pneumatic suspension was commonly referred to as the car having 'air bags'... air bag suspension.
The air bag safety device in the steering wheel boss was first introduced on the W116.
Thank you for showing us so great cars. This is one of my favourite Mercedes of all time.
It really is a beauty!
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Nice video on the W109. I have a W116 350SE and young people love this car as you obviously admire the older 300SEL 3.5.
indeed, one of the most beautiful mercedes ever produced ! thanks !!
I got a 300SEL 3.5
1971
Exactly as you are showing
Thanks for the video
Would be great if you can help me with a online web page to find some parts for restauration
Another option on these cars was an electric window between the front and back seats for privacy when the car is chauffeur driven. It was a very neat installation. Remember, these cars were used by royalty and other dignitaries in those days. To this day I regret not buying the one I drove... it had previously belonged to the King of Swaziland and came up for sale in Cape Town many years ago.
I did at least own a W108 280 SE and a W116 350 SE, so I did get to experience both The Body and The Engine; just not at The Same Time.🤣
Edit PS: In my opinion, these two cars were of a higher and more solid build quality than the two W126 cars I owned. The 560 SEL was humongous and very powerful, but I never liked it. The 500 SE was a much sweeter car to drive, but not quite up to scratch when compared to the W108 and W116.
Thank you for sharing! Very interesting to hear the details and the piece of history you drove.
Showcase Master Piece 👌🏾
Just Brilliant
Thank you kindly!
Regardless of the fact we've filmed this in 1971, the cameraman wasn't under the influence of substances popular in those times. He simply had a few technical issues with his gear. He's very sorry about that and, if you meet him in person, he'll buy you a beer!
No airbag before the w126 -1981
But you could have optioned for a tv screen for the rear passengers or even a telephone
Excellent, I was waiting for the English version but still enjoyed the original :-)
Perfect for the coming zombie apocalypse end of 2021 . No need for fancy electronics and software to keep it going , just a big hammer and some spanners and you’re off again !
Aren’t the windows & locks operated pneumatically rather than electronically, as mentioned earlier in this vid?
Presidents and Angela Channing of Falcon Crest fame were driven in The Grosser.
....................Kudos to you for maintaining this vehicle
I have two cars benz w 115 and 123
Both vehicles do not run very badly
The w 115 car was the official car used by the world’s first prime minister
My dream is to get those 2 cars running
It is not easy
The politicians of sri lanka have stolen the national economy and the whole country is in debt to the world
The country is now being run by IMF and world aid
Everything is taxed
Just breathing is not taxed
I have seen benz cars abandoned in some countries which are in the best condition
Both my cars have about 60% damage to the bumper
Recovery is difficult
If you have the body of the w 115 or 123 cars in you possession, I would be grateful if you could provide me with the body of those cars.
Also, if there is any possibility to help me in making these two cars, I would be grateful
Sorry if there was a mistake……
I am also a person who loves benz cars…………………
For some who find the 300SEL 6.3 rare and expensive.........
This one's the one to have, still with a V8 too
اجمل انواع وموديلات مارسيدس 59 وال
2400 والملقبه عند العراقين ابو جحيل
اجمل انواع المارسيدس
Imma Gift MySelf this as My First Car🙌🏿😭🖤
Love this! But one comment... I don't believe airbags were ever an option in 1971, or on any W109 series car. Those came later in the mid eighties production.
I believe you are correct. I looked it up and it seems the airbags were introduced with the w126 in 1981. Sorry! Owner made a small mistake there, but he's still an encyclopedia of information. :)
And just want to say how much I enjoy this channel. As an American with close friends in Ljubljana, I love all the fun and interesting cars you feature that we don't get here. Plus, the Slovenian scenery is always spectacular.
I think that the first airbag cames with late 116, as an extra of course.
You're wrong they did have air suspension in the early 70s
@@willisix2554 Not air SUSPENSION...steering wheel airbags.
I might be the only person to prefer vinyl on the center console over the laminated wood from the later S-class.
I love the W108-9's, truly wonderful cars. Solid, well engineered and so good to drive. Compare this to American or any other luxury cars of the era. The next W116's (last of the chrome bumper models from MB) were special too.
What a great video, thanks, I have the 2007 S65 AMG (ReenTECH) , I was hoping Mercedes will grow better being a serious power plant?
Thanks!
Did you say this car has optional airbags? This is not so - it has air suspension but not accident-enabled, protective airbags.
Back to a time when Mercedes made cars that lasted forever
Simply gold
Amazing Car!!!! How i love these Mercedes! Mercedes Forever!Mercedes Für İmmer!
Ich besaß vom 180 D bis zum 6.9 fast alle Mercedes Fahrzeuge. Auch die W 140 Reihe bin ich gefahren, der 6.3 war ein aussergewöhnliches Fahrzeug, und hat viel Spass gemacht. Trotzdem, auch der 300 SEL 3.5 reicht aus um schnell zufahren. Keiner braucht natürlich den 6.3!
I drive this Model W109 3.5 and 6.3 long Time.
جميلة جذا لا مجال للمقارنة مع باقي سيارات
What is the name of the track played during the first half of the video? Excellent upload. Voted!
Soviet KGB agents didn't use foreign car. they had Volga 24 :)
Lada bro 😂
@@terror1234 Lada (jiguli) was for citizens. Volqa was so special at that era
Nice review
Very beautiful what is the color code for this blue metallic
387 blau metalic ✌️
In fact, this is the last produced car in this version
10905612009483 is the last produced 300 SEL 3.5
I have discover, that the last produced car in this version
is 10905612009583 sorry, my mistake
Before the Mercedes Benz models high quality.
If you can find one with a diesel engine, buy it, they will last forever.
What is with you and Soviets and KGB?
I WOULD LOVE TO SIT ON THIS
Beautifulllllll car
This one was my mothers first car (we not rich)
Your mom was probably very lucky, wish I could have one
James Bond? You got the wrong car.
Bond drives an W108 in Octopussy...
Here an Link...: ruclips.net/video/P9O0yQbhqj0/видео.html
im very sure this car never camer with airbags.
Soviets did not drive Mercedes! That was a Western car!
Diesel
Seems like you could have found a nicer example, bent rear bumper and rusty rockers?! And very poorly restored wood on the dash
So what? You didn't enjoy video because of that?