Description

Lot details

Year: 1966
Make: Mercedes-Benz
Model: 230 SL Pagoda
Registration: AVG 758D
Chassis No: 11304210012137
Engine No: tba
Mileage: tba
(a): Factory hardtop
(b): Kinder seat

The Mercedes-Benz W113 roadsters, designed by Paul Bracq, were produced from 1963 through to 1971 with their distinctive 'pagoda' hardtop roof giving them their contemporary nickname. All models feature an inline six-cylinder engine with multi-port fuel injection using a mechanical pump system adapted from the diesel engine. All are rear-wheel drive and are also equipped with independent rear suspension, a feature that greatly improved road handling. These SL's were typically sold with a soft top and an optional removable hardtop; the so-called 'Coupe/Roadster' configuration. The 230 SL made its debut at the prestigious Geneva Motor Show in March 1963 where Technical Director Fritz Nallinger introduced it as follows, "It was our aim to create a very safe and fast sports car with high performance which, despite its sports characteristics, provides a high degree of travelling comfort." Mercedes-Benz Chief Engineer Rudolf Uhlenhaut, who was as competent behind the wheel as most racing drivers, demonstrated the capabilities of the 230 SL on a tight short racetrack near Montreux in 1963 where he put up a best lap time of 47.5 seconds and, incidentally, out-performed Mike Parkes in his three litre V12 Ferrari 250GT.

This 1966 left hand drive example of the ever-popular model was originally delivered to the U.S.A. and spent several years in Grand Rapids, Michigan. The car was imported into the United Kingdom in October 2018. Since being imported, this attractive Mercedes has benefitted from service work at the world-famous SL Shop that totals more than £8,000. More recently another £3,000 has been spent with a marque specialist. This 230 SL is fitted with the rare factory feature of a 'Kinder' rear inward facing seat and a desirable factory hard top. Offered to auction with a V5C registration document this classic Mercedes is ready for a new home. Consigned by Dominic Lake

Vehicle details

Vehicle data

Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model series
SL-Class
Model name
230 SL
Manufacturer code
W 113
First registration date
Not provided
Year of manufacture
1966
Mileage (read)
Not provided
Chassis number
Not provided
Engine number
Not provided
Gearbox number
Not provided
Matching numbers
Not provided
Number of owners
Not provided

Technical details

Body style
Convertible
Power (kW/hp)
110/150
Cubic capacity (cm³)
2306
Cylinders
6
Doors
2
Steering
Not specified
Gearbox
Manual
Gears
Not provided
Transmission
Rear
Front brakes
Disc
Rear brakes
Drum
Fuel type
Diesel

Individual configuration

Exterior color
Others
Manufacturer color name
-
Interior color
Others
Interior material
Others

Condition, registration & documentation

Has Report
Registered
Ready to drive

Location

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