Highlights

Elegant late-1960s Mercedes-Benz roadster presented in a tasteful white-and-blue colour scheme
Engine rebuilt during the 1990s, with the interior later refurbished in 2010
In current ownership since 1990
Benefited from approximately £9,000 of recent maintenance and remedial works
MOT-exempt and ULEZ-compliant

The Appeal

The W113-generation Mercedes-Benz SL is one of the marque’s most admired post-war designs, combining Paul Bracq’s elegant styling with impressive refinement, robust engineering and effortless grand touring ability. Affectionately known as the ‘Pagoda’ thanks to its distinctive concave hardtop, it remains one of the most recognisable and desirable classic Mercedes-Benz models.

Introduced to bridge the gap between the 230 SL and 280 SL, the 250 SL is the rarest variant of the W113 family, having been produced for little more than a year between December 1966 and January 1968.

Offered from long-term ownership, this example is said to be in fine mechanical health following recent maintenance and a previous engine rebuild. The interior was also refurbished approximately 15 years ago and remains highly presentable. As noted by the seller, the next custodian may choose either to enjoy the car in its current condition or undertake a more extensive cosmetic restoration and respray. Either way, it represents an appealing opportunity to acquire a well-documented Pagoda with established provenance and considerable potential.

Key Information

Mileage: 44,227 miles (indicated, unwarranted)
Country of registration: United Kingdom
Technical inspection status: MOT-exempt
Technical specs: 2.5-litre straight-six, four-speed automatic
Paperwork: Extensive history file with documentation, service records and historic MOT certificates

The Detail

Finished in white with a contrasting blue soft top
Blue interior complemented by a colour-coordinated blue-and-white dashboard and steering wheel
Steel wheels fitted with polished hubcaps featuring blue detailing
Equipment includes Becker stereo
Engine rebuilt in the early 1990s by Richard Miles of Wandsworth
Interior overhauled by D:Class Automotive in 2010, including a new blue soft top, retrimmed seats, and replacement seatbelts, soft-top seals, under-dash trims, door-card wood trim and speakers
Extensive history file accompanying the car, including service invoices, MOT certificates and documentation spanning many years
Benefitted from approximately £9,000 of recent maintenance and remedial works, including a tappet adjustment, coolant flush, cleaning of the engine, gearbox and differential, ignition service, and replacement of the belts, front shock absorbers, drop links, exhaust system, front brake callipers and front brake pads
Unrestored bodywork with some minor blemishes noted around grille

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