DFW Car & Toy Museum Acquires Rare 1967 Mercedes-Benz 250SE Coupe

The DFW Car & Toy Museum has enhanced its automotive collection with the acquisition of a 1967 Mercedes-Benz 250SE Coupe, adding to The Ron Sturgeon Collection with a vehicle that represents the pinnacle of German automotive engineering from the postwar period. This particular example stands out with only 31,000 kilometers (approximately 19,000 miles) and showcases the restrained elegance and robust construction that defined Mercedes-Benz during what many consider the brand's golden era of automobile manufacturing.

Under the hood, the 250SE features a 2.5-liter M129 inline-six engine equipped with Bosch mechanical fuel injection, paired with a four-speed automatic transmission. This powertrain combination was celebrated for its smooth power delivery and engineering precision, helping establish the Sonderklasse (S-class) lineage as the benchmark for European touring coupes. Recent refurbishment work included professional rebuilding of the vehicle's fuel pump and the addition of an electric windshield washer pump to enhance reliability.

The classic white exterior maintains its original appearance while featuring subtle details including twin side mirrors, dual exhaust outlets, and a power-operated antenna complemented by an aftermarket switch. Inside the cabin, period-correct charm blends with functional upgrades, including a Blaupunkt AM/FM radio, locking glove compartment, and analog clock. An aftermarket temperature gauge has been discreetly installed beneath the dashboard to compensate for inoperable original temperature and oil pressure gauges.

The interior showcases a graceful white two-spoke steering wheel that frames a 220-km/h speedometer, 7,000-rpm tachometer, and supporting gauges arranged in a clean, classic instrument cluster reflecting the brand's commitment to clarity and quality. Ron Sturgeon, founder of the DFW Car & Toy Museum, emphasized the vehicle's significance, stating that the 250SE coupe represents a masterclass in understated luxury, built not to turn heads but to outlast them.

As one of the last hand-built, steel-bodied Mercedes coupes from the 1960s, the 250SE combines timeless styling with mechanical excellence that continues to make these models highly sought after by collectors. The vehicle's addition to the museum collection provides automotive enthusiasts with an opportunity to appreciate a well-preserved example of automotive history. The museum, now located at 2550 McMillan Parkway in Fort Worth, offers free admission and parking in its 150,000-square-foot facility, which includes climate-controlled car storage and event spaces. Visitors can find more information at https://dfwcarandtoymuseum.com.