The Mercedes 280 E /8 was aimed at customers for whom the S Class was just beyond reach. The /8 series reached its zenith in 1972 with the 280 E sedan, powered by a newly developed 2.8-liter in-line 6-cylinder engine.<br /><br />More from this edition of Drive it!: http://www.dw.com/en/drive-it-the-motor-magazine-2016-09-13/e-19498668-9798
