Mercedes Benz 280 SL Pagoda

Our Company is proud to offer this superb condition Mercedes 280sl 4 speed manual transmission Pagoda with soft and hardtop. This is an exceptional condition car that can be driven daily or enjoyed at the weekend and displayed at Classic Car events and meets.

This model is also known by the nickname "Pagoda". This name has received the W113 model, since this vehicle was delivered with an inwardly curved hardtop. This model is also known by the nickname "Pagoda". This name has received the W113 model, since this vehicle was delivered with an inwardly curved hardtop.

The vehicle was delivered in 1971 to Californian Architect who kept the car until the late 1990s. After this it went to a Beverly Hills Doctor and then to our client. The car has an incredible service records with may invoices, original service books and even its metal warranty plate.

The car retains all its important features that confirm originality including spotwelds for the engine to fender compartment; correct notches on the fenders and all matching body numbers on the hood and rear deck; original firewall pad (rare and irreplaceable). All the parts from the US conversion are available with the car.

The body was stripped and beautifully repainted in its original factory colour (607H Ivory) using Glasurit 2 stage paint. All chrome parts were either polished or triple plated to perfection. The original undercarriage was carefully cleaned to reveal the factory undercoating. Any perished bushes and fittings were replaced. The power steering box was stripped and resealed.

The engine compression was measured and wear of the gearbox and differential were checked. All were found to be on excellent condition All pipework and fittings were correctly cadmium plated or bead blasted to create a factory finish engine compartment.

The seats and interior are finished in leather was fitted around 10 years ago and is in good condition.

Finally all body seals and rubbers were replaced-once again using genuine seals. The project was completed by the fitment of a brand new haartz brown soft top. All Service and maintanance records, books and tools are available. This vehicle is delivered with a air conditioning original from the Factory. The body is never rusted, is accident free also example featuring all original features such as spot welds and headlamp notches. Please note that the car is delivered in California but is modified to European specification.

- Vehicle Type: used car
- Previous Owners: 3
- Body Type: convertible
- Year: 06/1971
- Mileage: 49.100 miles ( according speedometer )
- Fuel Type: Petrol
- Power: 125 kW / 160 HP
- Transmission: Shifter
- Exterior Color: white
- Doors: 2