Mercedes Benz 280 SL W113 Pagode (1968)

Highlights and general information

A Mercedes-Benz W113 280 SL "Pagoda" from 1968 is for sale in red with beige faux leather interior.

Highlights

• Sought-after 280 SL with Austrian first registration
• Only 2nd owner and owned by the seller for over 20 years
• Classic Data rating of 10/2019 with a grade of 2
• Over $10,000 invested
• H license plate
• Special feature: The first owner was the owner of a Mercedes-Benz dealership in Eisenstadt (Austria) and only used the vehicle in sunny weather with the hardtop fitted.
• Extensive documentation including repair invoices
• TÜV inspection to be renewed in May
• Original hardtop in the color of the car available
• Features include: hardtop, power steering, radio

General information about the vehicle

• Year of manufacture: 1968
• First registration: Austria, 07/1968
• Location: 96148 Baunach, Germany
• Number of previous owners: 2
• Accident-free in current ownership
• Registered
• H license plate
• TÜV until 05/2025 (renewal in May)
• Ready to drive and fully functional

Model history

The Mercedes-Benz W 113 series was designed as a two-seater convertible with a fabric top and was first presented to the public in March 1963 at the Geneva Motor Show. A characteristic feature of this model is the optional hardtop with an inwardly curved roof shape – a stylistic feature that earned the vehicle its nickname "Pagoda," which is still used today. The W 113 series was produced in three versions: as the 230 SL (1963–1967), 250 SL (1967) and 280 SL (1968–1971). Customers could choose between a manual or automatic transmission. A total of 48,912 units of this elegant roadster series were produced, which are now valued as style-defining classics.

Facts

Exterior & interior:

• Exterior color: Red
• Interior with beige imitation leather
• Black folding roof
• Repainting: According to the expert opinion, the car has been completely repainted.

Engine and transmission:

• 2.8-litre inline six-cylinder with 170 hp (125 kW)
• Manual transmission
• Last service: 2025

Mileage

• Mileage: 13,285 km (read on 5-digit odometer), 113,285 km (actual mileage)
• Mileage largely verifiable
• Service history with no gaps in mileage documentation

Documentation:

• (German) vehicle documents
• TÜV reports
• Invoices
• Classic Data evaluation (10/2019, grade 2)
• Service history

Tires, bodywork & underbody

• Tires: very good tread, from 2019
• Body: good condition with minor age-related signs of wear
• Underbody: good condition with no rust
• Please view the photo gallery and videos for further insights into the condition of the vehicle.

Known defects

• According to the report, color deviation on the left door
• No technical defects known
• Please view the photo gallery and videos for further insights into the condition of the vehicle.

Summary

A well-maintained 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 SL "Pagoda" in red with beige leatherette interior is for sale. The vehicle is second-hand, with the first owner running a Mercedes-Benz dealership and taking excellent care of the Pagoda. The mileage is 13,285 km and the car has only 113,285 km on the clock. A Classic Data rating of 2 from 2019 is available. The vehicle is currently registered, equipped with an H license plate, and ready to drive. A TÜV renewal in combination with pending work is currently being carried out. All in all, this is a charming classic that should be of great interest to both enthusiasts and collectors.