Original white colour resprayed 40 years ago, still in excellent condition
Original black leather interior with pristine patina
Equipped with both hard and soft tops
Stainless steel exhaust system and pointless ignition
The Appeal
If there's one name legendary with the Mercedes-Benz brand name, it's most certainly 'Pagoda'. These incredibly handsome, distinctive cars are regularly hailed as one of Merc's all-time greatest motors. Their stylish lines and comfort meant that it was picked up by everybody from Walt Disney to Priscilla Presley and John Lennon, and to this day, they're almost unanimously admired.
This particular example is full of period character. The car's original white colour, resprayed 40 years ago, still shines brightly, and the black leather interior has aged beautifully, offering a highly attractive patina. The car comes with both hard and soft tops, allowing for versatility in driving experiences. The stainless steel exhaust system and pointless ignition ensure a smooth drive.
History and Paperwork
Delivered new on 29/04/1964 from the Mercedes-Benz dealer in Zürich, Switzerland
Registered in Solothurn, Switzerland from 1967 to 1999
Owned by an enthusiast in The Netherlands from 1999 to 2012
Sold to a Dutch company specialising in the restoration and sale of vintage cars in 2012
Sold to the current owner in Gothenburg, Sweden in 2014
Comes with original owner’s manual, service booklet, data card, spare parts booklet, and Blaupunkt radio manual
This fabulous example of the Pagoda has a pleasantly full history file, and comes complete with much of the original literature it was sold with. Thanks to the nicely-tracked history, we can be sure of the car's movements, which have been reassuringly slight for a vehicle of such venerable age.
The Condition
Straight and rust-free body with original fenders and quarter panels
Original white colour resprayed 40 years ago, still in excellent condition
Optional coupé roof in matching white is immaculate with headlining and wood trim in excellent original condition
Colour-matched, hub capped wheels retain their chrome beauty rings
Rims wrapped in new Vredestein Sprint Classic tyres with white walls
Underside is in excellent order with no signs of corrosion
Interior consists of original black leather seats, door cards, and dash cover in pristine condition
New German square weaved carpets in contrasting tan
Soft top replaced in 2013 with a dark brown German canvas
Wow. It's not often we see a Pagoda in such fabulous condition. This example is simply remarkable, with only an attractive patina to the cabin and a remarkably corrosion-free underside. It's been regularly greased, cleaned, and dusted to a very high standard, and to our eyes may well be one of the best we've seen on Car & Classic.
The Mechanics
2.3L (2,306 cc) M127.II I6 engine
4-speed manual gearbox
Power steering
Higher geared rear differential (3.75:1) for lower RPMs at highway speeds
Engine starts effortlessly and idles consistently
Strong and even compression across all cylinders
Original manual 4-speed gearbox pulls strongly through each gear
Exceptional handling, driving, and braking
New BOSCH battery installed and delivering power through a mains circuit breaker
Brake lines, chassis rubber and shock absorbers front and rear exchanged during later years
Regularly carried out chassis maintenance, such as filling grease points.
This Pagoda has been pampered throughout its life - and the result is remarkable. The engine bay is lovely and clean, plenty of work has been carried out to keep it in fine fettle. The result is a car in excellent mechanical health, starting effortlessly, idling consistently and driving exactly as you'd expect. It's a simply superb example of a highly respected 60s classic - and we've no doubt that the lucky buyer will prize it just as it deserves.
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✓ This vehicle is “Sold As Seen”, on an “As Is, Where Is’ basis and without warranty. A full inspection of the vehicle prior to purchase and bidding is highly recommended. Photos and descriptions are for guidance purposes only.
✓ VAT is included in the buyer's deposit. VAT may or may not be included in the final bid or offer price, as specified in the listing.
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