1981 Mercedes-Benz 280E in Sydney, NSW. 1981 Mercedes-Benz 280E Very rare opportunity to own a 6 cylinder W123 in Manual. This car was delivered new to South Africa and imported into Australia in 1985.Originally ordered with full leather, electric windows and front and rear headrests, all very special options. has a great history file from new. Possibly the only manual 280E in the country.