Highlights

Attractive Olive Green with green leather and roof
Rare and sought-after ‘Kinder’ optional rear seat
Desirable specification of 2.8L engine with auto box
Recently imported from the USA with duty and taxes paid
Dry-stored and garaged since arriving in Europe
The vendor reports no known defects
91,888 kilometres recorded

The Appeal

The W113 perfected the formula pioneered by the 190SL, swapping that car’s 4-cylinder engines for tough straight-six motors that were better suited to America’s long-distance highways. That it was beautiful too, thanks to Paul Bracq’s restrained lines, certainly helped.

The combination of the M130 2.8L engine and 4spd auto box offers the best touring combination for these stylish, comfortable cars. This lovely 1970 car adds a very attractive Dark Olive Green colour scheme to its appeal. Then there’s the ultra rare and very sought-after factory ‘Kinder’ seat in the back. This period accessory offers space for a small third passenger or can be folded flat to add luggage space.

The car is in very good order and said to run well with no issues. European duties have been paid, and registration is said to be pending. Showing 91,888 kilometres, this Pagoda warrants close attention from enthusiasts seeking a well-kept example of one of Stuttgart's finest.

History and Paperwork

First registered 1970 we are told by seller
Recently imported from the USA
Option code ‘491’ confirms car as a USA model
Import duties and taxes paid
European registration pending
Acquired by the current owner in 2026
Always stored dry and garaged by the current keeper

The Condition

Very attractive car in Dark Olive Green with well kept paintwork across body
Body also presents well in photos with flush panel fit
Boot floor shown in photos appearing solid and without issues
Bright chromework with twin door mirrors and tidy bumpers
Steel wheels with white banded tyres nd body colour chrome hub caps
Steel spare wheel in boot
Green leather interior with matching carpets in very good order
Some very light bolster wear to note to driver’s seat but barely visible
Carpets protected by ‘280SL’ branded over mats
Interior features rare and desirable ‘Kinder’ rear seat
Car is fitted with black Bakelite factory wheel and optional Becker stereo (code 515)
Light green fabric roof in good order with small tear to driver’s side as shown
Vendor reports good general condition with no accident history
Interior described by the vendor as being in very nice condition
No known defects reported

Silvers and greys tend to be more common colour choices for these cars, yet Dark Olive Green, whilst much rarer, certainly suits it as you can see in the photos. The darker colour accents the chromework and works well with the lighter green roof and matching green leather.

The car shows few signs of its 56 years, aside from the slightest wear to the driver’s seat and a small tear to the roof, neither of which is of concern. The car’s body plate confirms it is a USA car and was factory-fitted with the Becker stereo it retains. It is also fitted with the highly desirable ‘Kinder’ rear seat.

The Mechanics

M130 2,778cc fuel injected inline-six engine
Four-speed automatic transmission
Vendor reports the car starts immediately and runs well
Described as driving with strong performance
Engine, gearbox, brakes and drivetrain components all reported to be in order

With 170bhp from its M130 2.8L straight six fuel injected engine, this W113 Pagoda was a quick car in period and is perfectly able to keep up with traffic today. That, plus the 4spd auto box, explains why these cars are so popular as touring classics.

The car is said to run and drive very well with no issues.

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