Mercedes-Benz W111/W112 Safari Seats

Rare Factory Bucket Seat Option • Original Red MB-Tex • Fits Coupes & Cabriolets

Offered for sale is a rare set of factory Safari Seats designed for the Mercedes-Benz W111 and W112 chassis. These seats were an uncommon optional upgrade that could be selected for both coupes and cabriolets, known for delivering a more sporting driving position compared to standard factory seating of the era.

Factory Option Safari Seats

Unlike the broader, softer, and more upright standard seats found in W111/W112 models, Safari Seats offered:

• Sport-style bucket bolstering

• Thinner profile with deeper contouring

• A lower seating position for improved visibility and engagement

These characteristics made the Safari option extremely desirable among buyers who wanted a more driver-focused cockpit experience in an otherwise luxury-oriented chassis.

Condition & Originality

• Upholstered in original red MB-Tex

• Reported removal from a 1962 Mercedes-Benz 220SE Coupe

• Upholstery presents in exceptionally original, preserved condition

• Stitching on the top of the rear backrests is separating and will require repair

• Minimal overall wear consistent with original material

• Seat springs intact with typical age-related sagging

• Horsehair padding remains present and has not deteriorated or turned to dust

• No hardware included, though installation utilizes original factory mounting points

Fitment

• Designed to bolt directly into any W111 or W112:

  • Coupe

  • Cabriolet

• Hardware reuse from the recipient vehicle is required

• Correct for:

  • 220SE

  • 250SE

  • 280SE

  • 300SE (W112)

Why These Seats Matter

Factory Safari Seats are one of the most elusive interior options for classic Mercedes coupes and convertibles of the period. Their rarity, combined with their unique driving ergonomics, makes them highly sought after by collectors, restorers, and enthusiasts pursuing period-correct sporting upgrades. The presence of original MB-Tex, matching patina, and a complete front/rear set significantly increases desirability for high-level restorations or preservation-focused builds.