Mercedes Benz W113 280 SL Pagode (1970)

A 1970 Mercedes-Benz W113 280 SL (Pagoda) is for sale in Horizon Blue with dark blue leather interior.

Highlights:

• Sought-after 280 SL
• 37 years in current ownership
• Complete history, including numerous documents from the USA still available
• Brief assessment with a grade of 2-3
• Extensive investments by current owner amounting to over DM 58,000 and €28,100 documented
• Detailed documentation including service invoices available
• The car has been completely repainted in the past
• Original hardtop in the same color as the car

General information about the vehicle

• Year of manufacture: 1970
• First registration: USA, 03/1970
• Location: 30900 Wedemark, Germany
• Number of previous owners: 3
• Accident-free in current ownership
• Registered
• H license plate
• TÜV until 04/2027
• Ready to drive

Model history

The Mercedes-Benz W 113, also known as the "Pagoda," was introduced in 1963 as the successor to the 190 SL and was built until 1971. With its more functional design under Paul Bracq, it stylistically initiated the transition from the rounded shapes of the 1950s to cleaner lines. The roadster with removable hardtop was mainly exported to the USA – especially California. The rare "California Coupé" was also available there as an option, without a soft top but with a rear seat bench and fixed roof. The 280 SL was the last and most powerful variant of the series and is now highly sought after by collectors.

Facts

Exterior & interior:

• Exterior color: Horizon Blue
• Interior with dark blue leather upholstery
• Black soft top
• Repainting: The car has been completely repainted in the past

Engine and transmission:

• 2.8-liter inline six-cylinder with 170 hp (125 kW)
• Automatic transmission
• Last service: 06/2023

Mileage:

• Mileage: 24,581 km (as read) – according to records, the car has traveled approx. 72,500 km
• Mileage verifiable: partially
• No service history available
• Complete service history verifiable through invoices

Documentation:

• German vehicle documents
• TÜV reports
• Invoices
• Brief assessment (grade 2-3)

Tires, bodywork, and underbody:

• Tires: Good tread
• Bodywork: good condition with minor signs of wear due to age
• Underbody: Good condition, no known rust

Known defects:

• No known defects
• Please view the photo gallery and videos for further insight into the condition of the vehicle

Summary:

For sale is a 1970 Mercedes-Benz W113 280 SL "Pagoda" in Horizon Blue with dark blue leather interior. This classic car has been in its third ownership for 37 years and has been extensively restored by its current owner. The Pagoda is currently registered, has an H license plate, and has TÜV certification until April 2027. A brief assessment certifies its condition as 2-3. An extensively documented service history includes investments of over DM 58,000 and a further €28,100 by the current owner. A compelling classic with character and a traceable history – ready for its next outing.