Mercedes Benz W113 230 SL (1966)
Mercedes-Benz W113 230 SL, good condition, with certificate and replacement engine (1966)
Overview
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Highlights and general information
For sale is a Mercedes-Benz W113 230 SL from 1966 in the color Tunis Beige Metallic with a black leather interior.
Highlights:
- With TÜV and H license plate
- Restored
- Investments amounting to approx. 18,000 €
- Owned by the seller since 2004
- Expert opinion with grade 3+
- Very high-quality Becker Mexico 7948 retro radio with Bluetooth, navigation and hands-free system
- Hardtop with stand, original steering wheel and second set of wheels available
General information about the vehicle
- Year of construction: 1966
- First registration: France, 1966
- Location: 73061 Ebersbach an der Fils, Germany
- Number of owners: 4
- Restored
- Accident-free in current ownership
- Licensed
- H license plate
- TÜV until 08/2025
- Immediately ready to drive
Model history
The Mercedes-Benz 230 SL presented in 1963 set new standards in the roadster segment. Technically, it was based on the W 111 saloon, but had a shortened chassis with a double wishbone front axle and an innovative swing axle at the rear.
Propulsion was provided by a 2.3-liter in-line six-cylinder engine, combined with a 4-speed manual gearbox or a special 4-speed automatic transmission. From 1966, a sporty 5-speed gearbox from ZF was also available. By 1967, 19,831 units had been produced, of which only a small number were exported to the USA. Today, the "Pagoda" is one of the most sought-after Mercedes-Benz classics.
The facts
Exterior & interior:
- Exterior color: Tunis Beige Metallic (color code 462)
- Interior: black leather upholstery
- Black soft top
- Repainted: Yes
Engine and transmission:
- 2.8-liter six-cylinder replacement engine with 160 hp (M130.980 from a 280E)
- Manual gearbox
- Last service: 06/2024
Mileage:
- Mileage: 57,811 km (read off)
- Mileage traceable: no
- No checkbook available
Documentation:
- Vehicle documents
- TÜV and service reports
- Expert opinion with grade 3+
Tires, body & underbody:
- Tires: 70-80%
- Bodywork: good condition
- Underbody: good condition - rust-free
- Please take a look at the photo gallery and videos to gain further insight into the condition of the vehicle.
Known defects:
- Vehicle with age-related signs of use - small scratches and dents on the bodywork
- Please view the photo gallery and videos for further insight into the vehicle's condition.
Summary:
For sale is a well-preserved Mercedes-Benz 230 SL from 1966 in Tunis Beige Metallic with a beautiful leather interior. The vehicle has been in the current ownership for over 20 years and has an H license plate as well as a valid TÜV sticker until August 2025. A 2.8-liter replacement engine is installed. The present valuation report certifies the vehicle with a grade of 3+. Although there are minor signs of wear due to age, these hardly affect the overall appearance. Overall, a well-preserved classic is being offered for auction here.
Vehicle videos
Kickdown check
- Expert report available
- Kickdown photographer was on site
- Video of the vehicle available
- Main inspection
- Current service performed



Comments of this past auction
Technik: Die „Pagode“ war der erste SL, bei dem umfangreiche Sicherheitsmaßnahmen eingeführt wurden. Da seine Basis die Bodengruppe der „Heckflosse“ W 111 mit einem 30 cm kürzeren Radstand ist, hat auch der SL eine steife Fahrgastzelle und Knautschzonen, leicht verformbare Bug- und Hecksegmente. Der Innenraum ist wie bei der Limousine entschärft, es gibt keine harten Ecken und Kanten. Sicherheitsgurte waren, wie beim Vorgänger, als Sonderausstattung erhältlich. Das Lenkgetriebe wurde aus dem Crash-gefährdeten Bereich des Vorderwagens an die Stirnwand gerückt, die Lenksäule ist geknickt und hat Gelenke, die den gefürchteten Lanzen-Effekt bei einem Unfall verhindern. 1967 kamen die Sicherheitslenksäule mit Pralltopf im Lenkrad hinzu. LG Tom