Mercedes-Benz The W111C and W112C, with buyer's guide and chassis no. explanation: From the 220SE Coupé to the 280SE 3.5 Cabriolet

Mercedes-Benz W111 & W112 Coupés and CabrioletsBuyer’s Guide, Model History & Technical DataThinking of buying a Mercedes-Benz W111 or W112 Coupé or Cabriolet? These elegant two-door models are among the most desirable classic Mercedes-Benz automobiles, but condition and originality matter. Corrosion, incomplete restorations, incorrect details, and neglected mechanical components can turn an attractive car into a costly project.This full-color reference combines a detailed buyer’s guide with the complete model history, technical development, chassis number and data card information, production figures, and more than 180 recent color photographs.Written by Bernd S. Koehling, author of more than 20 Mercedes-Benz books, it covers:A Comprehensive Buyer’s GuideThe most important areas to inspect before buying a W111 or W112 Coupé or Cabriolet, including bodywork and corrosion, engines, transmissions, suspension, interior, soft top, chrome trim, originality, and the quality of previous restoration work.The Complete Model RangeDetailed coverage of the 220SEb, 250SE, 280SE, 280SE 3.5, and the exclusive W112 300SE Coupés and Cabriolets.Technology and Model DevelopmentEngines, transmissions, performance figures, technical specifications, year-by-year changes, and the distinctive technical features of the W112 300SE, including its air suspension.Chassis Numbers, Data Cards, and OriginalityUseful information for identifying a car correctly, decoding its factory specification, and assessing paint colors, upholstery combinations, and historically correct details.Rare and Unusual VariantsIncluding the unique 300SX Landaulet, an unusual one-off interpretation of the 300SE Coupé.Historical BackgroundA closer look at the development of these refined two-door models and at Rudolf Uhlenhaut, whose engineering influence helped shape some of the most significant Mercedes-Benz automobiles of his era.Whether you are considering the purchase of a W111 or W112, restoring one, or simply appreciate the craftsmanship of classic Mercedes-Benz automobiles, this book provides a detailed and practical guide to their history, technology, and enduring appeal.Few automobiles express the elegance and craftsmanship of their era as naturally as the two-door W111 and W112. Read more