Work included repaint in white and chassis restoration
2025 valuation and inspection report included
195bhp 2.7L car with desirable 4-speed manual gearbox
Supplied with its matching hard top
The Appeal
The W113 SL’s exquisite interior, notably those big comfortable seats, is a clue to what Paul Bracq’s beautiful Pagoda is all about. This is a car built for cruising America’s interstates and this car’s top 195bhp 2.8L M130 is perfectly matched to the job.
This 1968 car features some choice options that will appeal to enthusiasts. The 14in Mexican Hats are an obvious draw while the 4spd manual box also appeals. It is a smartly presented car in white with matching hard top and black MB Tex interior,
The vendor tells us that the car joined their family in 2005. In 2021 it was despatched to specialist Fastcar for restoration, a €37,000 process that included a full respray and chassis protection. The car has been little used since, being carefully dry stored in a showroom in the intervening years.
Today the paintwork, interior and fittings bear a few cosmetic points that the buyer may wish to attend to. A valuation report from 2025 provides transparency and reassurance. Use as is or add value by improving, the choice is yours.
The vendor says:
“The car is a pleasure to drive and is sure to turn heads. Elegant and comfortable, it perfectly embodies the charm of classic Mercedes cars. In fine weather, it’s also possible to drive without the hardtop, which is a very nice option.”
Generally tidy car in white with matching hard top
Some age to note to paintwork such as edge chips and marks
Paintwork redone during the 2021 restoration
Vendor reports that paintwork shows some minor marks and imperfections remaining
Chassis treated during restoration and presents well in photos
Fitted with optional 14in ‘Mexican Hat’ alloy wheels in good general condition
Hard top as shown with light age to note inside and out
Left front headlight is cracked
Windscreen wiper switch is non-functional and requires replacement
Black MB Tex interior with rear bench fitted (may not be factory)
Seat trim in good order with some light wear to note
Driver's seat shows some wear
Black door cards and carpets showing light marks
Dashboard fittings and veneer top showing some tarnish and cracking
Wooden trim piece on the dashboard is damaged (visible in photographs)
This car was professionally repainted in 2021 by a classic specialist and has subsequently spent most of the intervening years in a showroom. The bodywork presents well due to this sparing use and the paintwork remains presentable, albeit with some light chips and marks to note. The underside presents well with evidence of protective treatment.
Inside the interior appears largely original, trimmed in black MB Tex with a rear bench seat fitted. The cabin fittings including veneers and chromework show some light age, but it is not unsightly.
Mechanical work carried out during the 2021 restoration, with invoices included
The vendor reports the car starts and runs well
Several short drives completed recently, including a session requiring frequent restarts
The vendor reports good power delivery
The 2.8L M130 engine, delivering close to 200bhp, provides the sporting capability that some of the smaller capacity W113 options don’t quite achieve. This car has the desirable 4spd manual box that exploits the SL’s surprisingly agile handling.
The vendor tells us that this car was mechanically overhauled during the 2021 restoration. Since then it has been little used but started regularly, including recently for a photo shoot. It is said to start and run well. 805-large.jpeg181.45 KB
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