1965 Mercedes-Benz 230 SL

CHASSIS N. 113.0421.0005196

ENGINE 12798110003923

ODOMETER KM 24.000

CERTIFICATIONS

ASI GOLD PLATE- FIVA

OPTIONS

HARD TOP

NOTE

MERCEDES-BENZ 230 SL “PAGODA” – 1965

Italian original, first registration black plates – Only 4 previous owners – ASI “Targa Oro” and FIVA certified

This exceptionally rare 1965 Mercedes-Benz 230 SL “Pagoda” is possibly the only known example worldwide to have spent its entire life in the same city, Bassano del Grappa (Italy), with just four documented owners since new.

Fascinating and fully documented history

Registered on February 17, 1965, this car still retains its original black license plates from Vicenza and the first registration document with the green Italian logbook — a rare historical survivor.

First owner: resident of Bassano del Grappa, kept the car for several decades.

Second owner: a local lady.

Third owner (1998): a renowned local collector, who immediately registered the car with ASI and began a conservative restoration of the paintwork and interior, carefully preserving originality (fully documented with photographs).

In 2000, the car received the prestigious ASI Targa Oro certification.

In 2002, it was added to the AAVS National Historic Register.

In 2003, it was issued a FIVA Identity Card for international historic events.

In 2006, the fourth and current owner (also from Bassano del Grappa) continued to preserve the car meticulously, performing all mandatory inspections and documented maintenance.

Factory-original color combination

This car features a rare and elegant factory color combination:

Body: Mercedes White

Interior: Light Blue Leather

Soft Top: Dark Blue Fabric

A truly unique configuration that enhances the timeless elegance of the W113 design by Paul Bracq.

Technical Specifications

Engine: Inline 6-cylinder, naturally aspirated

Displacement: 2,306 cc

Power: 150 hp at 5,500 rpm

Transmission: 4-speed manual

Drive: Rear-wheel drive

Brakes: Front disc / rear drum

Top speed: approx. 200 km/h

0–100 km/h: approx. 9.0 seconds

Curb weight: approx. 1,290 kg

Built on the innovative W113 chassis, the Pagoda offered excellent handling, a strong structure, and the iconic concave hardtop, which gave the car its nickname and added to passive safety.

** Exceptional preservation**

Despite showing some minor signs of age, this car retains an extraordinary level of originality:

Original body panels

Partially preserved interior

Regularly maintained mechanicals

Full and continuous documentation

Always garage-kept

An authentic and highly collectible example, rare to find in such original condition and with such a consistent Italian ownership history — a true gem for discerning collectors.