Est: £140,000 - £160,000
1970 Mercedes-Benz 280 SL (W113) - 5-Speed Manual
United Kingdom • 16 May 2026
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This right-hand drive 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280 SL Pagoda features a rare ZF 5-speed manual gearbox and has undergone a comprehensive restoration, including a recent engine rebuild.
Finished in Beige Grey Metallic with a Parchment interior and enhanced with a custom audio system, this Pagoda is a highly desirable and exclusive example.
Condition
8
Superb restored condition, recent mechanical work.
/ 10
Manual
Transmission:
11304420019179
Chassis No:
Odometer:
2,000 miles
237 YUP
Reg Number:
RHD/LHD:
RHD
The Mercedes-Benz 280 SL (W113) is widely regarded as one of the most elegant and usable classic sports cars of its era, combining Paul Bracq’s timeless design with robust engineering and refined road manners.
By 1970, the 280 SL represented the final and most developed iteration of the W113 series, benefitting from the torquier 2.8-litre straight-six and improved drivability, making it the most sought-after variant among collectors today.
However, what truly sets this particular example apart is its exceptionally rare factory ZF 5-speed manual gearbox.
While the majority of 280 SLs were specified with either the standard 4-speed manual or automatic transmission, a very small number were optioned with the ZF S5-20 5-speed unit.
This gearbox was an expensive and relatively complex option at the time, resulting in extremely limited uptake.
It is widely accepted that just 88 examples of the 280 SL were produced with this 5-speed transmission, of which only 35 were right-hand drive.
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Points of note
£24,445
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£70,560
Median Price (Since 2020)
£265,013
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Expired
Expired on Jun 06 2018
Latest MOT Mileage
41,329 miles
Registration Date
1970-07-21
MOT History
Passed
On Jun 07 2017 with 41,329 miles
Passed
On May 12 2016 with 41,291 miles
Passed
On Jun 05 2014 with 41,256 miles
Passed
On Apr 25 2013 with 41,172 miles
Passed
On Sep 24 2010 with 41,049 miles
There were 2 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
User Entered:
- Nail in offside front tyre
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