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£35,673
40-Years-Family-Owned 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280SL
United States • 2 Aug 2026
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AI Listing Summary
This 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280SL, a 40-year family-owned vehicle, underwent significant cosmetic and mechanical work between 2017-2019. Despite recent refurbishment, it presents with substantial rust issues and some mechanical concerns, including a hot-running engine and a non-functional fuel gauge.
Condition
3
The vehicle has extensive rust on the undercarriage, rocker panels, and lower body sections. Additionally, there is a hole in the convertible top fabric, severe cracks across the steering wheel rim, and the fuel gauge does not work. The engine also runs hot. While significant restoration work has been done, these issues point to a below average condition.
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Transmission:
Automatic
Chassis No:
11304412013435
Odometer:
69,000 miles
Reg Number:
[Reg Number]
RHD/LHD:
LHD
TMU 2.8-Liter Inline-Six Four-Speed Automatic Transmission Signal Red Paint Black Leather Upholstery Black Soft Top Signal Red Hardtop 14" Steel Wheels Aftermarket CD Player
This 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280SL remained under the care of one family for approximately 40 years total, and received cosmetic and mechanical work totaling over $50k by C.S.
Cantlin Automotive of West Conshohocken, Pennsylvania, between 2017 and 2019.
It is finished in Signal Red over black leather upholstery and is powered by a 2.8-liter inline-six paired with a four-speed automatic transmission.
Equipment includes a black convertible top, a removable hardtop, 14″ steel wheels with painted covers, power steering, power-assisted four-wheel disc brakes, and an Alpine Bluetooth stereo.
The late owner purchased this W113 SL from his father in 2019, and it is now offered on behalf of their estate at no reserve with a factory data card, manufacturer’s literature, service records, a rolling hardtop stand, and an Indiana...
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£24,445
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£69,397
Median Price (Since 2020)
£346,514
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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