Description
Mercedes-Benz 280 SL Pagode | 1968
Highlights:
– 2.8-litre inline-six engine, petrol, manual transmission
– Finished in blue with a light-coloured interior
– Iconic W113 “Pagode” cabriolet with soft top
– Built in Germany, formerly resident in the USA and the United Kingdom
– Comprehensively restored during its time in the UK
The seller offers for sale this 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 SL Pagode, powered by a 2.8-litre inline-six petrol engine, paired with a manual transmission. This example is finished in an attractive shade of blue over a light interior and is offered as a cabriolet with its soft top. According to the seller, the car was built in Germany, spent time on display in the United States before passing to London in the United Kingdom, where it was comprehensively restored. The current seller acquired the car in 2021 and has paid the relevant import duties, leaving it in order for European registration.
The W113 generation, universally known as the “Pagode” for the distinctive concave curve of its removable hardtop, is one of the most elegant and enduring designs ever to wear the Mercedes-Benz star. Introduced in 1963 as the successor to the 190 SL and the legendary 300 SL, it blended graceful Paul Bracq styling with genuine engineering substance, offering refinement, safety and everyday usability in a compact and beautifully proportioned package. The 280 SL, the final and most powerful iteration of the series, paired the smooth 2.8-litre six with a chassis that made it as rewarding to drive as it was to admire.
With its classic blue-over-light colour combination, manual transmission and open cabriolet configuration, this 280 SL captures everything that has made the Pagode such a coveted collector’s car. The combination of timeless design, characterful straight-six power and the freedom of open-top motoring makes it an exceptionally appealing example of one of Stuttgart’s most celebrated sports cars.
Condition of the bodywork & paint
4 — Very Good. Clean with minimal wear; might need minor replacements for small missing or broken parts.
Condition of the interior
4 — Very Good. Clean with minimal wear; might need minor replacements for small missing or broken parts.
Technical condition
4 — Very Good. Mechanically solid, with potential for minor servicing.
Overall condition
4 — Very Good. Displays only minimal wear and can hit the road any time.
This item is sold on an as-is basis. The condition of this item is the opinion of the seller and may differ from your own opinion. Photos and descriptions of the listing are for information purposes only.
