Mercedes Benz 280 SL W113 Pagode (1969)
Mercedes-Benz W113 280 SL Pagoda (1969), first registered in Germany, expert rating 2+, restored
Overview
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Start sellingMercedes Benz 280 SL W113 Pagode (1969)
A 1969 Mercedes-Benz W113 280 SL (Pagoda) is for sale in white with dark blue leather interior.
Highlights:
- First registered in Germany
- Popular 280 SL with 171 hp
- Third owner
- With TÜV & H license plate
- Certificate from 08/2021 with a grade of 2+ available
- Completely repainted
- Well-maintained interior
General information about the vehicle
- Year of manufacture: 1969
- First registration: Germany, 01/1969
- Location: 97074 Würzburg, Germany
- Number of vehicle owners: 3
- Restored
- Accident-free according to the owner
- Registered
- H license plate
- TÜV until 09/2027
- Ready to drive
Model history
The Mercedes-Benz W 113 – better known as the "Pagoda" – was built from 1963 to 1971 and replaced the 190 SL. With its striking, functional lines, it clearly stood out from its predecessor. Its nickname was inspired in particular by the concave hardtop, which is reminiscent of Asian temple roofs. Technically positioned between the 190 SL and 300 SL, the W 113 combined sportiness, comfort, and everyday practicality – especially for the important US market, where a coupé version with a rear bench seat was also offered.
Facts
Exterior & interior:
- Exterior color: White
- Interior with dark blue leather upholstery, very well maintained with only minimal signs of wear
- Blue soft top
- Repainted: completely repainted during restoration
Engine and transmission:
- 2.8-liter inline six-cylinder with 171 hp (126 kW)
- Automatic transmission
- Last service: Information to follow
Mileage:
- Mileage: 52,005 km
- Mileage verifiable: no
- No service history available
Documentation:
- German vehicle documents
- Value appraisal (08/2021, grade 2+)
Tires, bodywork & underbody:
- Tires: Information to follow shortly
- Body: very good condition, newly painted with only a few minor signs of wear
- Underbody: good condition, no rust-through known
- Please view the photo gallery and videos for further insights into the condition of the vehicle
- No known defects
- Please view the photo gallery and videos for further insight into the condition of the vehicle
Known defects:
Summary:
For sale is a very well-maintained 1969 Mercedes-Benz 280 SL Pagoda in classic white with a dark blue leather interior. The vehicle was first registered in Germany, has been restored and, according to the valuation report, is in overall condition with a grade of 2+. Equipped with automatic transmission, H license plate and TÜV until September 2027, this classic car is ready to drive. An attractive classic from the W113 series, ideal for lovers of the "Pagoda".
Vehicle videos
Kickdown check
- Expert report available
- Kickdown photographer was on site
- Video of the vehicle available
- Main inspection
Transport
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Questions and Comments
Technik: Der W 113 war Nachfolger des 190 SL und mit seinen unterschiedlichen Motoren zwischen diesem und dem 300 SL (Flügeltürer/Roadster) angesiedelt. Da der 300 SL keinen ebenbürtigen Nachfolger hatte, wird der W 113 gelegentlich auch als dessen Nachfolger gesehen. Der W 113 markiert den Übergang von den rundlichen Formen des Vorgängermodells zu einem mehr sachlichen Stil. Das Ziel bei der Entwicklung des Designs unter der Leitung von Paul Bracq bestand darin, sich vom Vorgänger deutlich abzugrenzen und ein „maskulineres“ Erscheinungsbild zu erreichen. Glatte Flächen, viel Nutzraum und der Verzicht auf Zierelemente zeichnen den Pagoden-SL aus. Der Hauptabsatzmarkt waren die USA, hier wiederum ging ein Großteil der Fahrzeuge nach Kalifornien. Gegen Aufpreis gab es den Wagen dort auch als Coupé (2+2) mit Hardtop ohne Verdeck/Verdeckkasten und einer durchgehenden Rücksitzbank. Dieses California-Modell wurde von Mercedes als „Coupé ohne Roadsterverdeck mit vergrößertem Fond“ angeboten. LG Tom