Mercedes-Benz 280SL Pagoda .1970.
Specific information: An exceptionally well-documented example. Sourced from California, where the previous two owners cared for it with love. The bodywork was restored in the USA and fully documented with photos. Additionally, all export/import documents and invoices have been preserved by the third Dutch owner, from whom Metropole Classics had the privilege of purchasing this magnificent example. The engine was completely overhauled by Van Giesbergen in 2010. The dashboard is originally upholstered in black leather; all gauges and instruments are working. The speedometer has been replaced with kilometers, but distance is still measured in miles. Original steel wheels with large hubcaps featuring a star emblem. Original seats with matching upholstery; door panels are upholstered in black MB-tex and fitted with door pockets. The carpeting, mats, and headliner (hardtop) are in the color black and are, of course, original. The convertible top is an original black mohair soft-top with a mica rear window. The chassis is solid, undamaged, and shows no signs of rust. The chrome work is original and undamaged.
Specific information:
An exceptionally well-documented example. Sourced from California, where the previous two owners cared for it with love. The bodywork was restored in the USA and fully documented with photos. Furthermore, all export/import documents and invoices have been preserved by the third Dutch owner, from whom Metropole Classics had the privilege of purchasing this magnificent example. The engine was completely overhauled by Van Giesbergen in 2010. The dashboard is originally upholstered in black leather; all gauges and instruments are working. The speedometer has been replaced with kilometers, but distance is still measured in miles. Original steel wheels with large hubcaps featuring a star emblem. Original seats with matching upholstery; door panels upholstered in black MB-tex and fitted with door pockets. Carpeting, mats, and headliner (hardtop) are in the color black and are, of course, original. Convertible top is an original black mohair soft-top with a mica rear window. The chassis is solid, undamaged, and shows no signs of rust. The chrome work is original and undamaged. Equipped with automatic transmission, Becker radio, hardtop, and air conditioning. Dutch papers.
General information:
The Mercedes 280 SL is the successor to the Mercedes 250 SL, which was built until 1967, the year in which the 280 SL was first launched on the market. The timeless, sleek design that started with the Mercedes 300 SE sedan in 1961 was continued in the 230/ 250/ 280 SL series; According to many, it is still the most beautiful classic Mercedes since the sixties. The 280 SL is characterized by a very refined, lively driving behavior and very good structural and technical build quality. In addition, the car offers a lot of space, comfort and practicality. The open two-person roadster can be fitted with a hardtop, turning the car into a closed coupe. The Mercedes-Benz 230/ 250/ 280 SL series was nicknamed "Pagoda" because of the design of the hardtop. From 1967 to 1971, Mercedes produced approximately 23.885 of the W113, 280SL "Pagoda". This is also the latest update of the SOHC M180 inline-six by Mercedes-Benz and buyers could opt for an optional limited-slip differential. Heavier than its predecessors, the 230SL and 250SL, the 280 SL is popular among car enthusiasts and is known as one of the most reliable and sturdy Mercedes-Benz models ever produced.
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