Car & Classic Verified Dealer

DK Classic Cars

Bytoften 10 DK - 5550 Langeskov Denmark

1968 Mercedes-Benz 280SL Pagode For Sale

1968 Mercedes-Benz 280SL Pagode

Newly renovated engine. Originally rust was in the trunk and small rust holes in the outer and inner fender, that has been repaired by a professional plate-blacksmith. Original sound insulation preserved in the bottom as evidence of how little rust over the years. Receipts from the last 10 years available. So much of the original is preserved as possible.

Matching the number of engine and body, the gearbox has been replaced.

Car specifications:
First registration: 06/ 1968
Odometer: 127, 500 km
Engine: 2, 8 litter, 125 kW, 167 bhp
Transmission: Automatic
Color: Silver metallic
New soft top

History of the Mercedes-Benz W 113:
The Mercedes-Benz W 113 is a two-seat roadster/ coupé, introduced at the 1963 Geneva Motor Show, and produced from 1963 through 1971. It replaced both the legendary 300 SL (W 198) and the 190 SL (W 121 BII). Of the 48, 912 W 113 SLs produced, 19, 440 were sold in the US.
The W 113 SL was developed under the auspices of Mercedes-Benz Technical Director Fritz Nallinger, Chief Engineer Rudolf Uhlenhaut and Head of Styling Friedrich Geiger. The lead designers were Paul Bracq and Béla Barényi, who created its distinctive, patented,] slightly concave hardtop, which inspired the "Pagoda" nickname.

All models were equipped with an inline-six-cylinder engine with multi-port fuel injection. The bonnet, trunk lid, door skins and tonneau cover were made of aluminum to reduce weight. The comparatively short and wide chassis, combined with an excellent suspension, powerful brakes and radial tires gave the W 113 superb handling for its time. The styling of the front, with its characteristic upright Bosch "fishbowl" headlights and simple chrome grille, dominated by the large three-pointed star in the nose panel, paid homage to the then already legendary 300 SL roadster.

A brief chronology of the most notable changes made to the 280SL:
12/ 1967: One piece wheel-covers (like W 108/ W 109 sedans).
10/ 1968: US models with sealed beam headlights without fog lights.
02/ 1969: New tail lights with amber turn signals.
05/ 1969: ZF 5-speed manual transmission discontinued as listed option and available only on special request.
07/ 1969: US models with headlight assembly with full amber lower section, illuminated side markers, transistorized ignition, and improved emission control.
08/ 1969: Heated rear window for hardtop, hazard lights for all models, single master key for all locks.
04/ 1970: Bosch Lichteinheit headlights optionally with halogen main beam (distinguished by "flat" instead of "bubble" lens).
08/ 1970: Fuchs alloy wheels available as a factory-fitted option.
11/ 1970: Opaque beige plastic coolant expansion tank (instead of satin-black paint over brass). New door locks: cylinder can be depressed while door is locked.

This advert has now been removed through sale or otherwise.
Please see the list below for similar live adverts.

Similar Adverts

For sale or swap for an older pre-1985 Mercedes - Mercedes S124 Estate. The car drives very well. Extra videos, photos on request. Used nearly daily with my family, on long and short trips - very comfortable on the motorway. The car is always garaged, and the garage is ventilated. The car is protected from corrosion, including ...

95,000
6 Mar 2024
Ireland
Private

In March 1962, Mercedes-Benz released the exclusive two-door M189-powered 300SE. Like the 300 saloon, it was based on the W111 chassis but shared both Daimler's top-range 2996 cm3 fuel-injected engine and the unique W112 chassis designation, efforts on Mercedes' part to distance it from the maker's modest W110 and W111 ...

25
24 Mar 2024
Netherlands

FINISHED IN GLACIER WHITE WITH CONTRASTING CREAM HIDE INTERIOR. JUST ARRIVED, THE MERCEDES 280 SL IMPORTED TO THE U.K. FROM AUSTRALIA IN OCTOBER 2021.A HIGHLY ORIGINAL EXAMPLE THAT HAS RESIDED IN AUSTRALIA SINCE 2013 HAVING BEEN SUPPLIED INITIALLY TO CALIFORNIA OWNER. SMOOTH AND QUIET ON THE ROAD WITH PROGRESSIVE POWER ...

81,000
23 Mar 2024
Hampshire
Verified Dealer (see stock)

Mercedes w124 250d 1995 production year but 1999 first registration. I am the 3rd lucky owner, own it for the last 8 years . Full restoration done 5 years ago included , replacement all wings and re weld all rusty sills, floor panels and all common for Mercedes rusty body parts. All body and under body has been waxed ...

91,076
4 Mar 2024
Yorkshire
Private

Mercedes Benz CE280 (code C123, coupé version of the W123 series), wonderfully over-engineered, with the six-cylinder, 2.8 l., K-Jetronic inyection engine. Only 32,138 units were built; this one shows plenty of options, such as metallic paint, alloy wheels, power steering, fog lights, Becker Grand Prix radio, rev counter, ...

151,000
26 Feb 2024
Spain
Private

The C209 is classy with smooth styling, top-notch creature comforts and smooth-cruising performance, these executive cars are still more than capable of impressing nearly twenty years later. It's a great reflection of Mercedes-Benz both past and present. This example - fitted out in the walnut trim, is an excellent, ...

34,000
14 Feb 2024
Somerset
Private

To restore, from puerto rico. price on request. the informations about this advertisement are only indicative and aren’t binding, the customer has to check the real conditions of the car. carrozzeria baresi luigino & c. S.n.c. via industriale, 35 25030 barbariga (brescia) italy phone: 0039 - 030 - 9718592 ...

100,000
22 Mar 2024
Italy

I am selling my beloved SL 280. I own this car since 12 years now, perfect condition, only driven in Summer. Hard top and soft top both are in great condition.<br><br>Two keys. Paint refreshed few years back. All electronics works as expected. Automatic History folder is available, 25 years ago, then owner changed ...

132,000
21 Feb 2024
Germany
Private

1971 Mercedes 280 SE 3.5, this elegant Coupe is finished in the classic combination of Silver with Blue leather. The term practical classic was made for this car, it features a smooth powerful V8 mated to an automatic transmission, power steering, electric windows and air conditioning so performance and ease of driving ...

20 Mar 2024
London
Verified Dealer (see stock)

Brand Mercedes-Benz Model 280 SL Year of production 1969 Title (short) 280 SL Horsepower 168 Cubic Capacity 2778 Steering Left Hand Drive Cylinders 6 Gearbox Manual Gears 4 Doors 2 fuel Petrol firstRegistrationDate 06-30-1969 colorOutside Blue colorInside Black Sunroof True Electric Windows False Central ...

77,299
30 Jan 2024
Netherlands
Private

Mercedes 230 ce auto petrol 2 door coupe 1985, 215,000 miles only 1 remote key bbs alloy wheel e/w, c/l radio engine starts and runs maron interior, good conditon the car will need some attention as per the pictures (the full exterior requires a full restoration, and the engine will need some attention). the ...

215,750
19 Feb 2024
Middlesex
Private

Beautiful 500SL, Red Paint work with beige leather interior, the best colour combination for this early 90's R129. The luxury car offers air conditioning, electric memory seats and steering column, electrically adjustable centre mirror, remote central locking, ABS brakes, ASR traction control, heated seats and lots more. ...

83,500
16 Mar 2024
Kent
Private

Beautiful Mercedes Benz 280SL (W113) also known as “Pagoda” fully restored a couple of years ago for our client. It has a 5-speed manual ZF gearbox, highly appreciated among Mercedes enthusiasts and currently very difficult to find on the market. It is a complete restoration of bodywork, paint, mechanics and interiors. ...

76
18 Mar 2024
Spain

Specific information: Particularly well-documented copy. Originating from California where the previous 2 owners took care of it with love. Bodywork has been restored in the USA and fully photographed. All export/import documents and invoices have also been kept by the 3rd Dutch owner from which Metropole Classics was ...

54,212
17 Mar 2024
Netherlands

We have owned the vehicle since Jan, due to space requirements will need to let this go to a new home. Has been well looked after, and in very good condition. Jobs we had listed todo: Change engine dampeners Change ICV repair/patch small rust hole on underside Repair rust around vents in boot space We have ...

126,280
19 Mar 2024
Kent