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1968 | Mercedes-Benz 280 SL

1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 SL Pagoda

$137,231
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Description

Lot details

Year: 1968
Make: Mercedes-Benz
Model: 280 SL Pagoda
Registration: NUK 149F
Chassis No: 11304410000570
Engine No: 130.98012039310
Mileage: 186
•: European specification car
•: Desirable manual gearbox
•: Subject to extensive restoration

There is little doubt that Paul Bracq's design for the Sixties 1960s pagoda was revolutionary and his ability to mix timeless styling with high performance on three different levels was impressive. The entry level version used the 2.3 litre engine followed by the 2.5 litre and finally the most desirable and spirited 2.8 litre, six-cylinder engine. The bonnet panel, door skins, boot lid and tonneau cover were composed of aluminium giving the car an overall lightness which contributed to the performance that was very well received by the general public. It quickly became apparent that some cars don't change, they just get better. The 280 featured the same modified W111 chassis with independent front suspension and four-wheel disc brakes. A charming model with capable handling, these roadsters have had one of the most sublime styling bodies, and easily comparable to Jaguar's E-Type and the Alfa Romeo's Spider. The driving experience and build quality are respected, and as a result, still highly collectable today.

This lovely left hand drive Mercedes-Benz 280 SL Pagoda was supplied new to Germany in 1968 with the rare manual four-speed gearbox. At some point the car was sold and went to the USA. In 2014 it was purchased by an elderly gentleman who in 2018 had the car lovingly restored at great expense but then passed away. Finished in the Mercedes-Benz racing colour scheme of silver with black interior and black soft top, this 280 SL has only recently been imported into the UK. It is supplied with V5C registration document and its data card. These Pagodas are always a pleasure to drive, particularly in good weather when the roof is down and the smooth six-cylinder engine can really be enjoyed. Consigned by John Tomlin.

Vehicle details

Vehicle data

Make
Mercedes-Benz
Model series
SL-Class
Model name
280 SL
Manufacturer code
W 113
First registration date
Not provided
Year of manufacture
1968
Mileage (read)
186 mls
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 (Roadster)
Power (kW/hp)
125/170
Cubic capacity (cm³)
2778
Cylinders
6
Doors
2
Steering
Not specified
Gearbox
Manual
Gears
Not provided
Transmission
Rear
Front brakes
Disc
Rear brakes
Disc
Fuel type
Petrol

Individual configuration

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

Condition, registration & documentation

Has Report
Registered
Ready to drive

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