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42-Years-Family-Owned 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280SL
United States • 16 Aug 2026
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280SL, with 42 years of family ownership, has undergone significant mechanical work between 2019 and 2026, including engine rebuilds and brake system replacements.
However, the exterior presents notable cosmetic concerns such as worn paint, hood dents, and rust, alongside a torn soft top, indicating a need for restoration efforts.
Condition
4
The car has been repainted red over its original white. While mechanical components like the engine, fuel system, and brakes have seen recent attention, the exterior shows significant wear including paint issues, dents on the hood, and rust in the front valance and around the rear wheel openings. The soft top is torn, and the coolant temperature gauge is inoperative, requiring substantial reconditioning.
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Transmission:
Automatic
Chassis No:
11304412015047
Odometer:
56,000 miles
Reg Number:
[Reg Number]
RHD/LHD:
LHD
2.8-Liter Inline-Six Four-Speed Automatic Transmission Repainted Red Black Leather Upholstery 14" Steel Wheels w/Covers Body-Color Hardtop Black Soft Top Ansa Exhaust Service Records
This 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280SL has been in the same family since 1984, and work carried out between 2019 and 2022 included rebuilding the 2.8-liter inline-six, reupholstering the interior, and replacing the fuel tank, exhaust, and shocks.
More recent work since 2025 has involved replacing the brake calipers, brake booster, tires, and power steering pump.
The car has been refinished in red over black leather, and equipment includes a black convertible top, a removable hardtop, and 14″ steel wheels with painted covers.
This W113 SL is now offered by the seller on behalf of the current owner with the owner’s manual, service records, spare parts, and a clean Missouri title in the owner’s name.
The W113 SL was designed by Friedrich Geiger, Béla Barényi, and Paul Bracq and was introduced to the public at the...
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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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