1964 Mercedes 230 230 S W111

Description and highlights of this example:

- Iconic 1960s motorcar

- Rare third rear seat "Kinder Seat", a sought-after period option on the 230 SL

- Elegant configuration

- Smooth and pleasant driving experience

Our Mercedes 230 SL W113 Pagoda, first registered on 12 September 1964, has covered 128, 000 km to date. Originally French, it is currently registered in France and has had three owners since first registration.

This example is presented in an elegant Graphitgrau – Graphite Grey (DB 190) finish, paired with a red leather interior. The bodywork displays a very fine paint job, carried out some twenty years ago, though with a few minor imperfections. The cabin is well preserved, with the leather in good condition. Only the driver's seat has been reupholstered, with the rest of the trim retaining its original patina. The dashboard instruments function correctly.

Beneath the bonnet, the 2. 3-litre straight-six engine develops 150 bhp and is paired with a manual gearbox. This 230 SL, the first iteration of the legendary W113 generation, offers smooth and pleasant driving whilst retaining the characteristics that made the famous Pagoda such a success.

This example has been maintained by an independent specialist. It comes with service records from 2010 to the present day as well as period technical documentation.

Here are the most recent services carried out:

- 20/ 04/ 2022 at 122, 722 km – Full service

- 19/ 07/ 2023 at 124, 092 km – Full service

- 13/ 09/ 2024 at 125, 343 km – Ignition service

The tyres are in good condition, with approximately 80% of their tread remaining. They date from 2018.

No modifications have been made to this vehicle, which retains its original specification.

Here are the equipment and options on this example:

Third rear seat "Kinder Seat"

Period-correct equipment

This Mercedes benefited from a complete respray some twenty years ago and the driver's seat has been reupholstered. The mechanicals function correctly, with only a slight weep noted.

This Mercedes comes with its certificate of registration status, service invoices, MOT certificate and two keys.

The vehicle has been in the hands of the same owner since 2013.