The Benz Three-Wheeler1968-1982
Roll over a model and click to find out more. 1968-1982
1968 Mercedes-Benz 200 D/8
Alongside the 280 S, 280 SE and 280 SL, new-generation mid-series
cars were launched in January 1968.
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1969 Mercedes-Benz 250 CE
In November 1968, the new 250 C and 250 CE coupe models were introduced in Hockenheim.
A fundamental new feature, incorporated for the first time in a Mercedes-Benz production car,
was the Bosch "D-Jetronic" injection system in the 250 CE.
1969 Mercedes-Benz 280 SE 3.5 Cabriolet
In September 1969, substantially more powerful versions of the 280 SE 3.5 coupe and
convertible were introduced. The 3.5 liter V8 engine with 200 hp was a completely
new development which excelled in terms of its smooth running characteristics.
1969 Experimental-fahrzeuge C 111/I
In September 1969, Daimler-Benz attracted worldwide interest with the presentation
of the C 111 experimental car at the International Frankfurt Motor Show. The car was
powered by a three-rotor Wankel engine with an output of 280 hp.
1970 Experimental-fahrzeuge C 111/II
A thoroughly revised version of the experimental car was displayed at the Geneva Motor
Show only six months later - with a 350 hp four-rotor Wankel engine providing the car
with outstanding performance.
1971 Mercedes-Benz 350 SL
In the spring of 1971, a new sports car from large-scale production - the 350 SL - was
launched, replacing the 280 SL which had been produced since January 1968.
1972 Mercedes-Benz 280 SE
A completely newly developed luxury car series was presented to the public in September 1972.
The Mercedes-Benz S-Class (internal designation: W 116) replaced the 108/109 series and was the
first series for which the name "S-Class" was officially used.
1974 Mercedes-Benz 240 D 3.0
In July 1974, the model range was further expanded by the addition of the 240 D 3.0, the world's
first production car with five-cylinder diesel engine. The latter generated an output as high
as 80 hp from three liters.
1976 Mercedes-Benz 200
The "8" models from the W 114/115 series were replaced by a completely new development,
a model series with the internal designation W 123, in January 1976.
1977 Mercedes-Benz 280 CE
In March 1977, the Geneva Motor Show was the stage on which a coupe version of the 123 series
was presented. The 230 C, 280 C and 280 CE replaced the "8" coupes in the 114 series.
1978 Mercedes-Benz 450 SLC 5.0
A new top model in the 107 series — the 450 SLC 5.0 — was presented at the Frankfurt Motor Show in
September 1977, its most important new feature being its 5.0 liter light-alloy engine.
1979 Mercedes-Benz 500 SE
A new generation of S-Class cars was presented at the Frankfurt Motor Show in September 1979.
The 126 series comprised two bodywork versions - a "standard" version and a longer-wheelbase
variant, commonly available for the luxury class sedans for generations.
1980 Mercedes-Benz 300 TD Turbodiesel
Large-scale production of the 300 TD Turbodiesel, launched in the fall of 1979, began in October 1980.
The car was powered by a turbocharged version of the 3.0 liter five-cylinder engine, with an
output of 125 hp
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