Highlights

Smart white over burgundy colour scheme with matching hard top
Comprehensive bodywork restoration and repaint in 2006
Engine and brake overhaul completed at the same time
New black mohair roof fitted in 2017
In current ownership for eight years who is former Manchester United player, Ryan Giggs

The Appeal

Few cars exhibit the ‘less is more’ design ethos better than the original Pagoda. Crisp, understated styling and big, comfortable cabins explain why these 60-year-old cars remain so popular with collectors and enthusiasts.

This RHD 230SL was extensively restored across the bodywork, engine and brakes in 2006 and refinished in white with a retrimmed burgundy leather interior. It is a really lovely example with the added appeal of that economical 2.3L motor and engaging manual gearbox.

The vendor acquired the car in 2017, the same year that it received a new mohair roof. It is said to be factory standard and to start and run easily. With its appealing condition and matching hard top, this is a very good example of the perennially appealing W113.

History and Paperwork

Manufactured in 1964
UK registered in March 1991
Six previous UK keepers
Current keeper since June 2017, ex Manchester United player, Ryan Giggs
Comprehensive service file
Body restoration and repaint in 2006
Engine and brake overhaul completed in 2006
New black mohair roof fitted in 2017
The vendor reports that the car has been maintained as necessary during their ownership
Trickle charger included
Some trim spares included as shown

The Condition

Attractive and very wel kept white paintwork with matching hard top roof
Body presents well following the 2006 strip down, corrosion repairs and repaint
Bright chromework with some spare trim items included as shown
Factory steel wheels with chrome body colour hub caps
Black mohair roof replaced in 2017 and reported to be in good condition
Burgundy red leather interior with matching carpets in very good retrimmed order
Interior shows few signs of wear including to high traffic areas such as driver’s bolster
Fitted with correct factory Bakelite cream wheel and classic-style radio
Interior fittings including doors cards and veneers in good order
Original dashboard retained

White over red is a very appealing combination for the handsome Pagoda, as this car demonstrates. It is a mix that accents the car’s restrained brightwork whilst providing a sumptuous interior. It is supplied with a well kept black mohair hood, which was fitted in 2017.

This car was extensively restored and retrimmed 19 years ago, but you would hardly know it, such is the level of preservation. The interior looks little used yet retains neat features like a classic radio and factory Bakelite wheel.

The Mechanics

M127 2.3-litre straight-six engine
4spd manual gearbox
Engine and brakes overhauled in 2006
Vendor reports that car has been well maintained by the current keeper
The vendor reports the car starts well
No known mechanical faults we are told
Drives as it should according to the vendor
No known modifications from standard specification we are told

The smooth straight six 2.3L M127 engine is a wise real-world choice for the long-legged W113 because it can keep up with modern traffic and deliver decent MPG. With the 4spd manual gearbox as fitted to this car it accesses the Pagoda’s sporting nature.

This car’s engine and brakes were overhauled as part of the extensive 2006 restoration. It is reported to be a factory standard and has been well-maintained by the current owner, who purchased the car in 2017.

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