Mercedes Benz 280CE (C123)1980

A refined scale reproduction of the 1980 Mercedes-Benz 280 CE (C123), the elegant coupé derivative of Mercedes-Benz’s hugely successful 123 Series. Introduced in 1977, the C123 combined the renowned engineering and durability of the 123 family with a more exclusive two-door body, shorter wheelbase and distinctive pillarless side-window design.

The 280 CE sat at the top of the European C123 range, powered by Mercedes-Benz’s fuel-injected 2. 8-litre M110 inline-six. It became the most successful C123 variant, with 32, 138 examples produced before C123 production ended in August 1985. Today, the C123 is increasingly regarded as a desirable Mercedes-Benz classic, admired for its combination of understated luxury, engineering quality and timeless coupé proportions.

This 1: 18 scale model by Norev recreates the distinctive character of the original, including its prominent Mercedes-Benz grille and three-pointed star, rectangular headlights, extensive chrome detailing, period-correct wheels and elegant two-door profile.