Mercedes Benz 280 SL Pagode (1968)

Highlights and general information

For sale is a Mercedes-Benz 280 SL Pagoda from 1968, painted in horizon blue, with leather interior.

Highlights:

• From 3rd hand, H license plate, with current TÜV, accident-free, partially restored, registered and ready to drive, in a well-kept condition
• In 2005, the seats were renewed and the soft top was replaced
• In 2016, the brake system was overhauled and the exhaust renewed
• The following equipment is available: Folding roof, power steering, radio and hardtop
• Owned by the current owner since 2005

General information about the vehicle

• Year of construction: 1968
• First registration: Germany, 1968
• Location: 81247 Munich, Germany
• 3 vehicle owners
• TÜV until 11/25
• H-registration
• Accident-free
• Licensed
• Ready to drive
• Partially restored

Model history

• The Mercedes-Benz 280 SL Pagoda, produced from 1963 to 1972, not only impresses with its elegant design, but also with its sporty performance. Under the hood, the Pagoda has a powerful 2.8-liter six-cylinder engine which, coupled with an automatic transmission, delivers 170 hp. The interior impresses with high-quality materials, comfortable seats and a clearly laid out dashboard. As a coveted collector's item, the 280 SL is considered one of the best sports cars of the 1960s.

Facts

Exterior & interior:

• Horizon blue paintwork
• Interior in full leather
• Vehicle was repainted

Engine and transmission:

• 2.8 liter six-cylinder engine with 170 hp
• Automatic gearbox

Mileage:

• 168,000 km. Mileage can be traced.
• Checkbook is available, but has gaps

Documentation:

• (German) vehicle documents, TÜV and service reports, checkbook, invoices.

Tires, brakes, body & underbody:

• Tires: 70-90 %
• Brakes: 70-90 %
• The underbody shows superficial rust
• Please take a look at the photo gallery and videos to gain further insight into the condition of the vehicle.

Known defects

• Age-appropriate signs of use may be present
• Please take a look at the photo gallery and videos to gain further insight into the condition of the vehicle.

Summary

All in all, this Mercedes-Benz 280 SL Pagoda presents itself in an extremely well-kept condition. From 3rd hand, the classic car has a current MOT, is registered and ready to drive. In addition, the vehicle has been partially restored, things such as the soft top have been replaced and the brake system has been overhauled. This is an opportunity for enthusiasts to soon be able to call a very beautiful 280 SL Pagoda their own.