A superior display of power coupled with sporty elegance: the Mercedes-Benz Pagoda presented at the Geneva Motor Show in March 1963 caused a sensation not only among experts. Delivering effortlessly cool looks coupled to a gutsy performance driven by the creamy smooth six cylinder engines the cars never failed to deliver in terms of refinement and appearance.

The Pagoda was the world's first sports car with an innovative safety body, it is one of the longer lived Mercedes-Benz models, lasting from 1963 through 1971. From 1967 to 1971 the further developed 280 SL came off the production line. The two-seater Roadster is launched with unique comfort, exceptional performance and unprecedented driving safety for a sports car.


Known in Mercedes-Benz circles as the W113, this version of the SL (Literally Sports Lightweight) was developed under the auspices of Mercedes-Benz Technical Director Fritz Nallinger, Chief Engineer Rudolf Uhlenhaut and Head of Styling Friedrich Geiger. The lead designers were Paul Bracque and Béla Barényi, who created its distinctive, patented, slightly concave hardtop, which inspired the "Pagoda" nickname.


All models were equipped with a six cylinder engine with multi-port fuel injection. The bonnet, boot lid, door skins and tonneau cover were made of aluminium to reduce weight. The comparatively short and wide chassis, combined with an excellent suspension, powerful brakes gave the W113 superb handling for its time. The styling of the front, with its characteristic upright Bosch "fishbowl" headlights and simple chrome grille, dominated by the large three-pointed star in the nose panel, paid homage to the then already legendary 300 SL roadster and coupe. With the 2. 8 L motor, it is a popular and successful representative of the pagoda series and easily achieves very good travel speeds. With this vehicle, you can move safely and comfortably in today’s traffic without stress. The solid, rigid construction, the proven, durable technology, the appropriate performance, its comfortable and safe road holding, the excellent spare parts supply and its well-known workshop friendliness can delight a future owner for many decades to come. In this condition, driving for pleasure and appreciation are inevitable.



Year: 1970

Body: 2 Doors Convertible

Exterior: Tunis Beige Metallic (462H)

Interior: Black

Driver's Sider: RHD

Transmission: Automatic

Indicated Mileage: 27, 258 Miles

Location: Hong Kong

Registration: Original ZF Dealer delivered car registered in 1970, with 3 previous Owners noted on registration



THIS MOTOR CAR:


Previously owned by the Shaw Brothers (Run Run Shaw), this is a rare and believed to be 1 of only 3 Hong Kong ZungFu Dealer delivered Pagoda in Hong Kong. Manufactured and First registered in December 1970, it is presented in the original colour combination of Tunis Beige Metallic (462H) body over Black interior with tan colour Soft Top Canvas. The car also comes with the distinctive “Pagoda Roof” hardtop in the same Beige Metallic colour as the body and a hardtop rack. The current owner bought the car 23 years ago, and it is now showing just 3 previous owners on VRD. License Mark AS390 comes with the sale.


HIGHLIGHTS:

Classic Mercedes 60s Tunis Beige Metallic over Black Colour Combination

It is believed to be 1 of only 3 ZungFu Mercedes Delivered Pagoda

Once owned by Shaw Brothers (Run Run Shaw)

Low number of owners with long term ownership and consistently maintained

Classic Insider condition score: 75 points out of 100



CONDITION REPORT:

Original. Mechanical has been consistently maintained. The exterior is in a fair condition and probably needed a full paint restoration after all these years. The chrome exterior parts are surprisingly only a bit tarnished and rust free. Rust has been spotted on the underside and in the truck area. A rather unsightly hole has developed overtime inside the engine bay near the driver's side strut tower. The tan convertible soft-top is hidden under the body coloured hardtop roof and we were told it is in full working order but the current condition wasn't visible at the time of photography. Original wheels and caps come with older tires. The Interior is still in an OK condition and the car comes equipped with the 3rd dog seat and fully legal to carry 3 passengers. We also found a fully functional but non-original radio and a very effective air conditioner. Engine bay and trunk is a bit tired and need a full clean-up. Mechanically solid, the car starts on a dime, revs and shift happily.



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