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1966-1971 Mercedes-Benz 250 S, Rear Center Seat Belt

Seatbelt Planet's 1966-1971 Mercedes 250 S, Rear Center Seat Belt, 2 Point Non-Retractable Lap Seat Belt with Lift Latch Buckle.

Seatbelt Planet's 1966-1971 Mercedes 250 S, Rear Center Seat Belt, 2 Point Non-Retractable Lap Seat Belt with Lift Latch Buckle

The Seatbelt Planet 1966-1971 Mercedes-Benz 250 S, Rear Center Seat Belt, sold by Vintage Car Radio, is a precise, understated addition that completes the safety reputation these elegant W108 sedans have always carried.

The Mercedes-Benz 250 S was never loud or flashy. It earned respect through engineering excellence, exceptional build quality, and a quiet focus on occupant protection at a time when most luxury cars treated safety as an afterthought. With its robust body structure, advanced (for the era) crumple zones, and padded interior, the 250 S set a high standard for executive sedans.

The rear compartment was particularly special — a calm, spacious zone designed for comfortable long-distance travel. Many owners used these cars as family vehicles or chauffeur-driven limousines, where the rear bench often carried important passengers. Yet the center rear position frequently lacked proper restraint.

Original setups were minimal or absent in that spot, leaving the middle passenger less protected than those on the sides. After nearly sixty years, this gap becomes more noticeable for anyone who regularly carries three people in the back.

This Seatbelt Planet rear center seat belt fills that exact need. It is a clean 2-point lap belt engineered specifically for the 250 S rear bench. The webbing is high-strength and fade-resistant, available in shades that match the car’s refined interiors — deep black, warm gray, or rich brown tones that complement original MB-Tex or leather.

The buckle is a solid all-metal push-button design with chrome plating that delivers a crisp, positive click and easy release. Hardware and fittings are discreet, allowing the belt to integrate naturally with the 250 S’s understated rear cabin trim and wood accents. When installed, it looks like it could have been a thoughtful factory option rather than a modern addition.

Installation is clean and sympathetic to the car’s luxury construction. The kit includes necessary mounting hardware and is designed to work with the existing rear floor points, typically requiring minimal modification. The adjustable strap provides a secure, comfortable fit for the center passenger without interfering with the bench’s generous legroom or elegant appearance.

Seatbelt Planet builds these belts to exceed FMVSS 209 and 302 standards, ensuring reliable strength, durability, and flame resistance. For owners who still use their 250 S as a proper luxury sedan — whether for family trips, classic car tours, or special occasions — this center belt upgrade completes the car’s safety story and makes the rear seat truly ready for three passengers.

Vintage Car Radio provides reliable shipping and support, making this targeted improvement easy to complete.

This Seatbelt Planet 1966-1971 Mercedes-Benz 250 S Rear Center Seat Belt is a small but meaningful detail that honors the car’s engineering-first philosophy. It quietly strengthens one of the last vulnerable spots in the cabin while preserving the 250 S’s refined, dignified character. Order from Vintage Car Radio today and give your Mercedes the complete rear-seat protection its reputation for safety has always implied.