Very very sad!
As you all know, I've posted many, many times before that the 108 / 109 chassis is one of my favorites.
So few were sold in the U.S., especially the '71-'72 280 SE(L) 4.5's.
As Aaron, the moderator, posted, the 108's are probably the best vintage Mercedes to use as a competent, reliable daily driver.
Oh Sweet Jesus, where is the humanity???