Mercedes-Benz 280 se 3.5, W111 Mercedes-Benz AG, built in 1971 Chassis number: 11102612002849 Engine number: 11698012002548 3.5 liter engine with 200 PS Automatic transmission Mileage displayed: 24,000 miles Color: white; interior: brown leather German documents / H-Approval First owner Wernher von Braun Becker radio Air conditioning Electric sunroof MOT 3/2017 This car is insured through Auctionata AG and its insurance partner BELMOT for up to six weeks after the auction with a convenient all risks insurance that covers cases such as engine and/or transmission failure or accidental damages. This specific insurance cover is valid for Germany, Austria and Switzerland and may be continued by the buyer after the insurance period has expired at special conditions. Special condition: only 20% buyer´s premium plus VAT. The vehicle has to be paid and collected within 5 business days after the auction. The collection may be made via collection by the costumer or via collection by a transport company. A timely collection can also made via a commissioning of Auctionata to a fee-based transport (flat shipping rate). If the time period lapses without a result, the buyer has to pay storage costs in the amount of 25, - € per day. Estimate by Auctionata Expert: 80,000 - 100,000 Euro This Mercedes-Benz 280 SE 3.5 liter originates demonstrably from the first owner Wernher von Braun (copy of the American title with his signature). Von Braun was head of development at the building of the V2 rocket at Peenemünde and the Chief of NASA, and therefore responsible for the first moon landing. Technically, the car is in very good condition with nice patina. The current owner has overhauled the car, early 2015. The suspension, steering, brakes and air conditioning have been revised and are fully functional. Mercedes-Benz W111 series Placed in the W series 111 and W 112, Coupés and convertibles in shallower bodies with rounded, visible only in the approach of the Finns were in addition to the four-door vehicles (‘tail fin’- limousines). In the context of the opening of the Daimler-Benz-Museum in Untertürkheim on February 24, in 1961, the new Mercedes-Benz 220 Coupé SE(b) was presented. From 1965 models of the 220 Coupé came out with 150 PS with the series M129 of the series W 108. They were, as well as the three-liter models, equipped with 14-inch wheels and the larger sized disc brakes of the upper class series 108, and also with disc brakes on the rear wheels. General notification: According to A. 1.2 in our general terms and conditions cars auctioned by Auctionata are goods on consignment which Auctionata has been provided with by consignors. Auctionata does not assume liability for hidden defects that have not been ascertained in the course of assessment. This liability exclusion is not effective in case of gross negligence and intention on the part of Auctionata. The BELMOT all risks insurance excludes: a) indirect and direct damages due to the normal aging process (especially rust, corrosion, oxidation) or natural wear and tear, i. e. due to a natural wear during the drive mode, on car parts which have to be replaced repeatedly during the lifetime of the vehicle; b) indirect and direct damages based on thermal problems, especially due to high temperatures, insufficient cooling while driving or overheating. BELMOT overview of services Shipping costs excl. statutory VAT and plus 2,5% (+VAT) shipping insurance. Starting Bid : 40000