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Mercedes-Benz 280 SL (W113) – 1970
The item was sold for 84 000 €
Fees include commission and taxes.
Mercedes-Benz 280 SL (W113) – 1970
French historic registration title
Basking in the international success of its 300 SL and 190 SL versions, Mercedes-Benz caused a sensation by unveiling its new roadster at the 1963 Geneva Motor Show: the 230 SL. Its elegant line tinged with sportiness seduced and highlighted the talent of young French designer Paul Bracq.
Given its hard top with concave roof reminiscent of Buddhist monuments, the nickname “Pagoda” was added to the SL patronym. Originally, it was equipped as standard with a 2.3-litre inline 6-cylinder engine fed by Bosch direct injection, delivering 150 hp and 22 mkg of torque. On the transmission side, it came standard with a 4-speed manual gearbox (5-speed optional) or a 4-speed automatic transmission.
It later evolved with two new engines, 2.5-litre then 2.8-litre. It was the embodiment of a high-performance GT without claiming the status of a true sports car. Moreover, its first-class habitability and quality of finish were surprising for the era.
The example that interests us is a 280 SL with automatic transmission (recently overhauled). It also has the advantage of being equipped with its period Becker radio, having the famous optional third rear seat, and its matching numbers hard-top.
In 2017, the car was damaged in a car park and benefited from more than €35,000 worth of work, including a sill replacement and body alignment. It is now in very fine presentation condition, with its dark metallic grey bodywork and its interior, like its soft top, in red| a superb colour combination. Please note that the engine is not matching, but comes from a 280 saloon and is correct, and that we noted some surface rust traces during our examination, particularly on the undercarriage.
French historic registration title
Basking in the international success of its 300 SL and 190 SL versions, Mercedes-Benz caused a sensation by unveiling its new roadster at the 1963 Geneva Motor Show: the 230 SL. Its elegant line tinged with sportiness seduced and highlighted the talent of young French designer Paul Bracq.
Given its hard top with concave roof reminiscent of Buddhist monuments, the nickname “Pagoda” was added to the SL patronym. Originally, it was equipped as standard with a 2.3-litre inline 6-cylinder engine fed by Bosch direct injection, delivering 150 hp and 22 mkg of torque. On the transmission side, it came standard with a 4-speed manual gearbox (5-speed optional) or a 4-speed automatic transmission.
It later evolved with two new engines, 2.5-litre then 2.8-litre. It was the embodiment of a high-performance GT without claiming the status of a true sports car. Moreover, its first-class habitability and quality of finish were surprising for the era.
The example that interests us is a 280 SL with automatic transmission (recently overhauled). It also has the advantage of being equipped with its period Becker radio, having the famous optional third rear seat, and its matching numbers hard-top.
In 2017, the car was damaged in a car park and benefited from more than €35,000 worth of work, including a sill replacement and body alignment. It is now in very fine presentation condition, with its dark metallic grey bodywork and its interior, like its soft top, in red| a superb colour combination. Please note that the engine is not matching, but comes from a 280 saloon and is correct, and that we noted some surface rust traces during our examination, particularly on the undercarriage.