Mercedes Benz 280 SL Pagode W113 (1970)

Kickdown Check

• On-site kickdown assessment completed
• 179 photos
• Video includes ride-along and engine running
• High-quality leather interior in rare burgundy red
• Fresh service completed in 04/2026

Facts & Specifications

• Year of manufacture: 1970
• First registration: USA
• Engine: 2.8-liter six-cylinder engine with 170 hp (125 kW)
• Transmission: Automatic
• Exterior color: White
• Interior: Genuine leather in rare burgundy red
• TÜV valid until 04/2026, H-license plate
• Features:
• Automatic transmission
• Genuine leather interior in rare Bordeaux red

Condition

Exterior

• Exterior color is white
• The vehicle has been completely repainted in the past
• There was likely some damage under previous ownership; exact details are unknown
• The paint and body are in good condition with minor age-related signs of wear
• Several small dents are present in the front and rear chrome bumpers (Photos 90 to 101)
• The burgundy soft top is in good condition, but has a small tear in one spot (Image 102)
• The underbody is in good condition; there is no known rust
• The tire tread is in good condition

Interior

• The car features a genuine leather interior in a rare burgundy red.
• The interior is in very well-maintained condition with only slight patina
• There is no known damage to the interior

Mechanics

• The vehicle is ready to drive immediately and is registered
• The six-cylinder engine idles smoothly and responds immediately to the throttle
• The transmission also shifts flawlessly
• There is a slight oil leak typical of this model, but no mechanical defects are known
• The fuel pump is not original. The original part is present but defective
• Last service: 04/2026

History

Ownership history

• Number of owners: 3 in Germany
• First registered in the USA

Service history

• Last service performed in April 2026

Documents

• Vehicle registration certificate (Image 176) & Vehicle title (Image 177)
• Certificate of Title available (Images 174, 175)

Summary

For sale is a 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280 SL Pagoda (W113) in white with a rare burgundy genuine leather interior. The odometer reading is 60,570 miles, but this cannot be verified. The body has already been completely repainted and is in good condition with slight signs of wear. With its classic color combination, rare interior, and coveted 280 engine, this Pagoda offers an ideal opportunity for buyers looking for a classic roadster.