The Paul Bracq styled W108 generation Mercedes-Benz S-Class is one of the better ways to get into a vintage sedan for a semi-daily driver. The performance is acceptable, ride is comfortable, build quality is exemplary, but most importantly -- drive one and you'll look like a king. This next example isn't the most preserved or minty clean W108, but the price is nice. Find this 1972 Mercedes-Benz 280SEL 4.5 offered for $2,200 in Santa Cruz, CA via craigslist.
Anyone who likes any Mercedes must certainly appreciate the
worth of the W108 series vehicles with the 4.5 liter V8. These have long been a favorite choice for a daily driver. The last of the breed to be endowed with rock solid workmanship, allowing you to take your in-laws out to dinner in a 42 year old car, without having to listen to them gripe about
why you haven't bought a Camry to properly chauffeur their daughter. This well preserved 1971 280 SEL 4.5 is currently available on Ebay. The bidding, at $6,450 with just hours to go, has not yet tripped the seller's reserve.