Mercedes-Benz 230 SL – 1965

Mercedes-Benz 230 SL - 1965

Chassis n° 11304210011536
French collector's registration

French historic registration title

"An elegant roadster by Paul Bracq

"An elegant roadster by Paul Bracq"

A true icon of the brand, the Pagode was unveiled at the
Geneva Motor Show in 1963, powered by high-performance 6-cylinder engines,
the Pagode is characterized by its high build quality, which
which ensured its success throughout its 8-year production run.
Of European origin, this car was acquired by the current
current owner's father in 1997. Equipped with hard top and soft top
top and soft top, and is registered as a 3-seater.
The bodywork is in its original state, having been repainted in the
in the past in this metallic grey shade, originally Light Ivory.
Ivory. The chrome is very well preserved and the hard top is in
in used condition. The underframes were treated against corrosion
in 2021 (invoice: €5,700), but traces of corrosion remain.
persistent. In places, perforating corrosion is visible
particularly at the trunk seal.
The interior is in good condition, with the original leather upholstery
original leather upholstery has a nice patina.
Becker car radio.
Under the hood is a 2.5-liter 6-cylinder engine from a
250 SL. It's mated to a 4-speed manual gearbox. A
was carried out prior to the sale, and the car passed a valid
in October.

A true icon of the marque, the Pagode was unveiled at the 1963
Geneva Motor Show. Powered by high-performance 6-cylinder
engines, it was characterized by its high build quality, which
ensured its success throughout its 8 years of production.
Of European origin, this car was acquired by its owner's father
in 1997. It is fitted as standard with a hard top and soft top, and
has a 3-seater registration certificate.
The bodywork is in used condition, having been repainted in the
past in this metallic grey colour, originally light ivory. The chrome
is very well preserved and the hard top is in used condition.
The underpinnings were treated for corrosion in 2021 (invoice:
€5,700), but some traces remain. Some perforating corrosion is
visible in places, particularly around the boot seal.
The interior is in generally good condition, with the original leather
upholstery showing a beautiful patina and a period Becker radio.
Under the bonnet is a 2.5-litre 6-cylinder engine taken from a 250
SL. It is mated to a 4-speed manual gearbox. The car was serviced
prior to sale and passed its roadworthiness test in October.