1971 Mercedes 280SL "Pagoda". Automatic with air. US spec.
Known as the 'pagoda roof' SL, the W113 featured a removable hardtop with a unique roofline that was lower in the middle than on the sides. Introduced in 1967, the 280SL was the third iteration of the W113, following the 230SL and 250SL. The new number denoted the car's 2.8-liter straight six, SOHC engine, which produced 168 horsepower and 177 lb ft of torque. The W113 was quiet a bit more mild-mannered than the 300SL that preceded it, but the new cars independent rear suspension was an improvement upon the swing-axle suspension.
A two owner car from new. Sold new by Lancaster County Motors of Lancaster PA in March 1971. The car only traded hands one time in its life since and that was to its most recent owner in 1979 – which was purchased thru Mercedes Benz of Monterey.
Automatic with Air. Green with green leather interior. Wood is in nice original condition. Seats were recovered in 2004 at a cost of $1650.00
This car has no accident history and is in great condition. Mechanically sound - engine rebuilt in 1979 at 80k miles. Records back to new. Major service work completed in 2002 including but not limited to all hoses, radiator, brakes, fuel, trans cooler hoses, transmission flex disc, all wheel bearings. Another major service and tune in 2004, including upholstery work.
All books, records (stamped service booklet), original tool kit, spare and jack with car. Includes original owner's manual!
Paint was redone in the last 5 years. Original color. Fresh and bright.
Some movement under the paint on the hard top (pictured.) Heater controls and radio are inoperable. Soft top is new - black. Transmission is sound. A little bit of a “Bump” out of 1st gear or (granny gear) when shifting to 2nd.
A blue plate California car with full documentation, documented mileage and no accident history. Extensive service history. A great, well-preserved car.
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