Highlights

Rare 250SL ‘single-year production’ model
One of only 5,200 units built
Attractive silver metallic on red
Currently owned by the present owner for over 12 years
Replacement engine fitted, with supporting expert report
Professionally repainted in late 2024
Four-speed manual gearbox with power steering
The car will be sold with a recent, clean MOT certificate

The appeal

The W113 250 SL Pagoda occupies a unique position in the lineage of Mercedes-Benz sports cars. Produced over a single model year and with only 5,200 units built for global distribution, it is by far the rarest of the three Pagoda variants.

This example, registered in France, features a beautiful combination of Silver exterior and Red interior and is coming to market in good condition following a professional repaint in 2024. A replacement engine has been fitted, since which the car has covered very few kilometres. Recent mechanical work includes new brakes and a new brake booster, as well as a stainless steel exhaust system.

Supplied with a colour-matched hardtop, the seller states that the car is in very good condition, drives well and is very reliable. For those seeking the rarest of the three Pagodas in good running order, this 250 SL is well worth a closer look.

History and documentation

Original French-spec model
Registered in France with standard French registration
Current ownership for approximately twelve years
Registered in the seller’s name
Expert’s report confirming that a replacement engine was fitted at 11,600 km
The odometer reads 24,500 km (the total mileage is higher)
Valid MOT certificate from July

Condition

Professionally repainted at the end of 2024
All body panels reported to be straight with no accident damage
The seller rates the bodywork and paintwork as very good with few imperfections
The interior is in good condition with wear and tear appropriate for its age
Original radio fitted
Matching colour hardtop included; no soft top supplied

The colour combination on this W113 – silver metallic on red – is one of the most popular, and it’s easy to see why. On this car, it looks particularly good as the car was professionally repainted in 2024. There are a few points to note in the photos, but nothing that detracts from the overall positive impression.

The interior also looks good and features some lovely touches, such as the original radio.

The mechanics

2,500 cm³ in-line six-cylinder engine
Four-speed manual gearbox
Power-assisted steering
Engine replaced at 11,600 km
The current engine block has covered approximately 12,000 km
New brakes and brake booster fitted
Stainless steel exhaust system with a lifetime guarantee
The seller states that the car runs well and is very reliable

The car underwent a full service at Bracq Heritage Bordeaux (one of the creators of the ‘Pagode’); which included, amongst numerous other tasks, the replacement of the power-assisted steering fluid and filter, as well as the brake master cylinder, all of which resulted in a substantial bill.
Other work was also carried out, notably on the braking system and the fitting of a stainless steel exhaust.

To conclude, the 2.5-litre engine was a short-lived and now rare option for the W113 and suits the car well, particularly when paired with the 4-speed manual gearbox. The engine in this car is understood to have been replaced and has since covered approximately 12,000 km. It is fitted with power steering.

BEFORE YOU BUY

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✓ The seller is registered as a private seller, which means that consumer rights arising from European consumer protection legislation do not apply. However, you are still covered by Car & Classic’s terms and conditions.

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