1970 Mercedes-Benz 280

Make: Mercedes-Benz

Model: 280 SL Pagoda + Hardtop

Year: 1970

Price: 225,000

Gearbox: Automatic

Steering Wheel: Left

Iconic Mercedes-Benz 280 SL Pagoda from the W113 generation. Reliable 2.8-litre inline-six engine (2,778 cc) with automatic transmission. Recorded mileage of 19 km after restoration. Recently professionally restored to concours condition. Elegant Horizontblau color scheme. Converted to electronic fuel injection. Rated Grade 1 according to the strict German classic car classification system. Concours-quality condition. US registration documents (E705) and Car-Pass available.

The Mercedes-Benz 280 SL Pagoda is one of the most iconic convertibles ever produced by Mercedes-Benz. Designed by Paul Bracq, the W113 series combines timeless elegance with exceptional build quality, dependable engineering, and outstanding driving comfort. Thanks to its distinctive "Pagoda" hardtop, refined inline-six engine, and luxurious finish, the 280 SL remains highly sought after.

This 1970 example is in exceptional condition following a recent professional restoration and is finished in the elegant factory color Horizontblau. It is powered by the reliable 2,778 cc inline-six engine, paired with an automatic transmission. The body has been professionally repainted, and the underside and engine bay have been restored to near factory standards. The soft top has been renewed, and the interior is beautifully presented throughout. The engine has been converted to electronic fuel injection, providing improved reliability and smoother performance.

Owing to the quality of its restoration and finish, this Mercedes-Benz 280 SL is in true concours condition and has been awarded Grade 1 according to the German classic car classification system. The car is ready for European registration, with the necessary E705 import documents included.

Technical specifications:

Make: Mercedes-Benz

Model: 280 SL Pagoda

Year: 1970

First registration: 14/05/1970

Engine: 2,778 cc inline-six

Transmission: Automatic

Color: Horizontblau

Recorded mileage: 19 km

Chassis number: 11304412017994

Condition and remarks:

Restoration and originality: Perfect condition following recent professional restoration.

Bodywork: Professionally repainted.

Paintwork: Excellent condition.

Underside: As new following restoration.

Tyres: Good condition, with many years of service remaining.

Interior, soft top, and carpets: Beautiful original interior, professionally restored, with a new soft top and carpets in excellent condition.

Chassis number: Original and clearly legible, located on the right-hand chassis rail beneath the air intake.

Engine bay: As new following restoration.

Engine: Runs well; fine tuning recommended. Converted to electronic fuel injection.

Fluids and maintenance: Recently renewed, all fluids in excellent condition.

Battery: Recently replaced.

Automatic transmission: Functions correctly.

Brakes: Excellent operation and correctly adjusted.

Handbrake: Excellent operation and correctly adjusted.

Electrical system: Horn, windscreen wipers, heater, and dashboard functions all working properly.

Lighting: All functions correctly.

Axles and suspension: Function correctly.

Documentation:

US registration documents (E705).

Ready for European registration.

Rated Grade 1 according to the German classic car classification system.

Car-Pass available at https://public.car-pass.be/vhr/76dcb038-27ee-43a0-a82d-ff2c53dc7e10.

This Mercedes-Benz 280 SL Pagoda can be viewed at Oldtimerfarm, Lobulckstraat 9.