Not Sold (Est: £85,000 - £100,000)
1969 Mercedes-Benz 280SL Pagoda (W113) - with Hardtop
United Kingdom • 24 Aug 2024
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1969 Mercedes-Benz 280SL Pagoda is a UK-delivered, 'matching numbers' example with a desirable manual gearbox. Finished in Silver Metallic over a blue leather interior, it comes with its original hardtop and service history, presenting as a well-maintained classic with a powerful engine and engaging driving experience.
Condition
7
Based on the description, the car is well-maintained and performing well with a powerful engine. It has had only three registered owners and comes with service invoices and MOTs dating back to 1995. There are no mentions of any significant cosmetic or mechanical issues, suggesting it's in good condition with only minor reconditioning possibly required.
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Manual
Transmission:
11304420012210
Chassis No:
Odometer:
68,000 miles
1388 XJ
Reg Number:
RHD/LHD:
RHD
When Mercedes-Benz introduced the 230SL, devised by French automotive designer and classic car enthusiast, Paul Bracq, it was considered a landmark model spearheading a sports car dynasty that would prove an enormous commercial success for the marque.
Introduced at the Geneva Salon in March 1963 as replacement for the 190 SL, the 230SL abandoned its predecessor's four-cylinder engine in favour of a 2.3-litre fuel-injected six.
Nicknamed 'Pagoda' after its distinctive cabin roof it became an instant classic.
The body design was entirely new, whilst beneath the skin the running gear was conventional Mercedes-Benz, featuring all-round independent suspension (by swing axles at the rear), disc front/drum rear brakes, and a choice of 4-speed manual or automatic transmissions.
The final evolution of the Pagoda was the 280SL, launched in November 1967 with a host of technical improvements and is now seen as the most refined iteration of the W113 Series with the robust new seven-bearing, 2...
Points of note
£24,445
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£70,156
Median Price (Since 2020)
£265,013
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Expired
Expired on Aug 09 2019
Latest MOT Mileage
67,930 miles
Registration Date
1969-10-01
MOT History
Passed
On Aug 10 2018 with 67,930 miles
Passed
On Jun 20 2017 with 67,886 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)
- evidence of slight fluid leak around osr wheel
Passed
On Jun 24 2016 with 67,859 miles
Passed
On Jun 02 2015 with 67,774 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
User Entered:
- Slight fluid leak osr brake
Passed
On May 31 2014 with 67,722 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
User Entered:
- Slight fluid leak osr drum
Passed
On Jun 04 2013 with 67,695 miles
Passed
On Jun 13 2011 with 67,627 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
Passed
On Jun 11 2010 with 67,451 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Passed
On May 15 2009 with 67,180 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
Passed
On Jun 05 2008 with 67,087 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- Offside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Passed
On Apr 28 2006 with 66,640 miles
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