Mercedes Benz 250 SL California Pagode (1965)

Kickdown Check

• On-site kickdown assessment completed
• 129 images
• Video incl. engine running
• Rare "California" variant of the Pagode, i.e., without a soft top but with a rear seat and removable hardtop
• Fully restored vehicle with extensive documentation (2 folders with approx. 300 pages); among other things, the interior was reupholstered for approx. €20,000

Facts & Specifications

• Year of manufacture: 1967
• First delivery: Italy
• Engine: 2.5-liter inline-six-cylinder engine with 150 hp
• Transmission: Manual
• Exterior color: White
• Interior: Brown leather
• Features:
• "California" model without a soft top, featuring a rear bench seat and a removable hardtop

Condition

Exterior

• Exterior color is white
• The Pagode was completely repainted during the restoration
• The body is in very good, nearly mint condition with only minimal patina
• There are no known defects on the body
• The trunk and underbody are also clean and tidy; there is no known rust

Interior

• The interior is upholstered in brown leather
• The interior has been refurbished with great attention to detail; extensive leatherwork totaling over €20,000 is documented (Image 120)
• Accordingly, the interior is in very good condition
• There are no known defects in the interior

Mechanics

• The Pagode is ready to drive
• The 2.5-liter inline-six-cylinder engine with 150 hp runs smoothly and powerfully
• The handling is described as balanced and in keeping with the character of a high-quality restored Pagode
• The battery should be replaced, as the car currently starts only with a booster pack
• Apart from that, no other technical issues are known
• Last service in 2025

History

Ownership History

• 2025 to present: Current owner
• 2017 to 2025: Previous owner in Germany
• First delivery in Italy

Service History

• Last service in 2025
• Complete restoration with extensive documentation (2 binders, approx. 300 pages)

Documentation

• German vehicle documents
• Two folders of documents available (Image 121)
• Invoices and statements regarding restoration and leatherwork available (Image 120)

Summary

A 1967 Mercedes-Benz 250 SL California Pagoda is for sale. The white-painted Pagoda with a brown leather interior has been extensively and completely restored and is now in exceptionally well-maintained overall condition. The vehicle was originally delivered in Italy, is registered, and has a TÜV inspection valid through 05/2027 as well as an H-license plate. This is the rare California version without a soft top, but with a rear seat and a removable hardtop. The engine runs smoothly and powerfully, and the driving dynamics are described as exactly what one would expect from a high-quality restored Pagode. The body, mechanics, and interior have been refurbished with great attention to detail and are in a condition that meets the highest standards. Particularly noteworthy are the harmonious color combination and extensive documentation in the form of two binders. Additionally, documented leather and hardtop work totaling €20,125.29 is included. The car is suitable for both discerning collectors and enthusiasts seeking a stylish and comprehensively restored Pagode. The only known issue at present is the battery, which should be replaced, as the vehicle currently starts only with a booster pack. Overall, this Mercedes-Benz 250 SL offers a very attractive opportunity to acquire a classically elegant roadster with great collector’s potential.