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M113-Powered 1965 Mercedes-Benz 230SL Automatic Conversion
United States • 7 Aug 2026
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AI Listing Summary
This 1965 Mercedes-Benz 230SL has undergone a significant transformation with the addition of a 5.0L V8 engine and automatic transmission, plus modern amenities like Vintage Air conditioning and a Bluetooth stereo. It presents well with a recently redyed red interior and new convertible top, though the total mileage is unknown.
Condition
7
The car has had significant modifications including an engine and transmission swap, new AC, brakes, and interior redye. While these are upgrades, they constitute substantial reconditioning and customization, moving it away from its original factory condition. The listing also mentions 'total mileage unknown' and replacement of the convertible top, indicating past use and necessary replacements, consistent with a 'Very Good' rating.
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Transmission:
Automatic
Chassis No:
11304210007285
Odometer:
8,000 miles
Reg Number:
[Reg Number]
RHD/LHD:
LHD
TMU 5.0-Liter M113 V8 Five-Speed Automatic Transmission Black Paint Red MB-Tex Upholstery 14" Steel Wheels Bilstein Dampers Hydroboost-Assisted Braking System Replacement Black Convertible Top Aftermarket Air Conditioning Bluetooth-Capable Stereo Aluminum Radiator Custom ECU Tune
This 1965 Mercedes-Benz 230SL was purchased by the seller and fitted with a 5.0-liter M113 V8 and a five-speed automatic transmission after being listed .
Additional work since the previous auction included re-dying the interior in red and installing a hydroboost-assisted braking system, aftermarket Mercedes-style carpeting, a replacement convertible top, a Vintage Air air conditioning system, an aluminum radiator, and a Bluetooth-capable stereo.
This modified W113 SL is offered with a clean Florida title in the seller’s name.
The W113 SL was designed by Friedrich Geiger, Béla Barényi, and Paul Bracq and was introduced to the public at the 1963 Geneva Motor Show.
This example was ordered in Black (040), a...
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£15,063
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£47,212
Median Price (Since 2020)
£188,811
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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