Highlights

Subject to a comprehensive recent cosmetic and mechanical refurbishment
Retains its removable hard-top - the component which gives the 'Pagoda' its moniker
Beautifully presented inside and out
Fitted with a period Becker Monza cassette radio
One of the last of the W113s

The Appeal

For those seeking a supremely stylish classic roadster, the Mercedes-Benz W113 'Pagoda' likely tops your wish list. Designed by the great Paul Bracq, it's irrefutable beauty was underpinned by typically Teutonic engineering, standing it great stead when it came to attracting buyers.

Here we have one of the last examples, a 280 SL first registered in 1971 - the year that it's replacement (the R107) was released. It's in great condition for its age and benefits from a recent mechanical and cosmetic overhaul. Don't miss this great opportunity to make it yours.

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History and Paperwork

Manufactured in 1971 - right at the end of W113 production
Recently refurbished at an indicated 4,300 kilometres
4,878 kilometres indicated (we're unable to verify the true figure)
The vehicle safety inspection is up reportedly up-to-date
Registered in the Netherlands with registration 'PM-68-33'
The vendor assures us that this is a matching numbers example

The Condition

Subject to some cosmetic improvements few kilometres ago
Metallic beige paintwork in really smart order
Complete with a brown soft-top and its 'Pagoda' hard-top
Trimmed in dark brown leather interior, with light brown carpets and wooden trim
Rides on 14-inch, 15-hole wheels, shod in whitewall tyres
The vendor points out a blemish on the soft-top
No known electrical faults inside the cabin
No notable wear to the controls
The seats present really well and we're informed they're very comfortable
The underside presents beautifully
Straight bodywork, free from any obvious corrosion or damage
All the chrome and various trims look in good shape

The Mechanics

2.8-litre naturally aspirated inline-six petrol engine with fuel injection
Four-speed manual gearbox
Mechanically refurbished at an indicated 4,300 kilometres
All presents very nicel under the bonnet
The vendor informs us that it starts promptly, runs well and drives as it should

BEFORE YOU BUY

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