Mercedes 280 SL
Kit Facts
- First issued
- 1968
- First catalogue reference
- M208C in 6th Edition (1968)
- Box Type 3 artist
- Roy Cross
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Instruction Sheets
Description
Mercedes 280 SL – Airfix kit M208C, first issued in 1968, Series 2, listed in the Airfix catalogues from 1968 to 1980. Later renumbered 02408-6, 03411-5.
Among the most luxurious sports cars yet built and faithfully duplicated in this kit. Optional hard and soft top versions are included. – Taken from the 6th edition catalogue (1968)
17th edition catalogue (1980), recorded as a Series 3 kit.
Additional information
| Airfix Series (first appearance) | 2 |
|---|---|
| First Issued | 1968 |
| Catalogue Ref - 6th Edition (1968) | M208C |
| Catalogue Ref - 7th Edition (1969) | M208C |
| Catalogue Ref - 8th Edition (1970) | M208C |
| Catalogue Ref - 9th Edition (1971) | M208C |
| Catalogue Ref - 10th Edition (1973) | 02408-6 |
| Catalogue Ref - 11th Edition (1974) | 02408-6 |
| Catalogue Ref - 12th Edition (1975) | 02408-6 |
| Catalogue Ref - 13th Edition (1976) | 02408-6 |
| Catalogue Ref - 17th Edition (1980) | 03411-5 |
| Artist on Box Type 3 | Roy Cross |
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