MERCEDES 280 SL PAGODA (EURO, MANUAL) 1968

A very well preserved MB W113 280 sl “Pagoda” European and manual (the most popular configuration of the Pagoda). This car was sold new in Spain were it has been since, far away from the high humidity and rust producing northern European roads. During the last 22 years the car was owned by a family company that have run prestigious dealerships in Spain with BMW, Ferrari, Porsche, Mclaren….. This Pagoda was traded in for a new Ferrari in 1997.

Category: Cars sold Brand: Mercedes-Benz

Description

Description

Video + Drive Test

General Info

Production date: 1968
Registration date: 22/11/1968
KMS: 69,000
VIN : 11304410005505
Matching-Color: Solid Color Red 576G (Ivory white steering wheel, hubs and hardtop)
Original 280sl pagoda engine with its identification plate and stamped number. Compression test done (dry and cold) 150Psi (+-5%) in all 6 pistons. So we can confirm that the engine is in optimal condition. You can also hear the engine sound and see the exhaust smoke in our video.
Gearbox matching number data card
Rear differential matching number data card
Bosch Headlamps matching data card
Upholstery matching : MB 131 code
Body number stamped in front hood, soft top cover, gearbox support and hardtop. See pictures.
4 owners

History

22/11/1968 Car register in Madrid
1986 The second owner bought the car
1997 The Pagoda was traded in for a new Ferrari
1997-2019 The car was owned by a family company that have run prestigious dealerships in Spain

Equipment

Datta card and car matching equipment:

651 Original Radio Becker Grand prix
416 Hard top mounted
422 Power steering
531 Automatic antenna
565 Rear site sideways
641 1 piece hubcap
600 Garnish Moulding Hard Top

Maintenance

During the last 22 years the car was owned by a family company that have run prestigious dealerships in Spain with BMW, Ferrari, Porsche, Mclaren…… The car has been maintained in their workshops.

Mechanics: All the mechanics parts have been replaced with original parts.
Chassis and bodywork: This car has spent most of its life in the south of Spain away from humid conditions. This has allowed the bodywork remain in good condition regarding rust. A full bodywork reparation was not required but some parts have been restored to have a very healthy unit.

We bought this car some months ago and we have invested more than 6,000 eur in order to improve its condition to high standards. We have done the following works: