1970 Mercedes-Benz 280SE 3.5

Year
1970
Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model
280SE
Starting Odometer
0

Receipts

Date Title Receipts
OEM lug bolts

Maintenance

Date Title Overview Image
Wheel bearing and control arm repairs

Some vibration concerns and an overall check-over led to the replacement of wheel bearings, steering king pins, and control arm bushings. 

Speedometer repair, output flange replacement, shifter bushings, oil service

This service involved an oil change along with removing the gauge cluster to address a cable repair, replacement of the transmission output flange, and replacement of the front exhaust hangar and shifter bushings. 

General servicing

Adjustment (generic adjustment operation)

Mechanical Labor (Manodopera Meccanico)

  • L. 81,600

Parts (Ricambi)

  • L. 117,800

Consumable Materials (Materiale consumo… more

Parking brake adjustment and general servicing

Road test the vehicle due to:

  • Noise when cold
  • Drop in oil pressure when cold
  • Performance irregularity in fourth gear during cornering
  • Adjust parking brake 
Diagnosis of headgasket leak and washer system repairs

This invoice documents diagnosis and repair of the washer system and resealing of both cylinder head covers, performed the same week as the major engine service.

Timing chain, cylinder head gasket, ignition system service, and fuel injection system overhaul

Significant services carried out in Italy by Mercedes-Benz Italia S.p.A..

  • Fuel Injection System
    • Replaced all fuel injectors
    • Replaced all flexible fuel hoses
    • Replaced fuel pressure regulator
    • Fuel system pressure… more
Routine servicing

This invoice details a variety of checks and repairs, including: 

  • Multiple component replacements
  • Adjustments and mechanical repairs
  • Brake inspection
  • Fuel charge
  • Parts totaling 816k Lire
  • Mechanical labor of 348k… more
Engine "C" service

Engine oil and filter service performed in Italy. 

Major heater-system repair

On December 28, 1982, the Mercedes-Benz dealer carried out:

  • Replacement of the left side mirror
  • Removal and reinstallation of the vehicle’s heating system
  • Heater core / heater radiator refurbishment (performed by an outside specialist)
  • more