Make: | Mercedes-Benz |
Model: | SL-Class |
SubModel: | PAGODA CONVERTIBLE |
Type: | Convertible |
Trim: | PAGODA CONVERTIBLE |
Doors: | 2 |
Year: | 1969 |
Mileage: | 25777 |
VIN: | 1304410010252 |
Cylinders: | 6 |
Transmission: | Manual |
Drivetrain: | Rear Wheel Drive |
Interior color: | Red |
Vehicle Title: | Clear |
Item location: | Chesterfield, Missouri, United States |
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World Class Motorcars of StLouis MO is offer a rare and spectacular edition of one of the most iconic Mercedes Benz Ever built This is a 1969 Mercedes-Benz 280SL was originallysold new in Switzerland and imported early in its life to the US, where it was acquired by an Arizona collector in the 1990s. The car spent approximately 20 years in the state, undergoing a three-year refurbishment begun byTranscendental Finishes in Prescott and finished byCPR Classic in Fallbrook, California. The work included a color change to Silver Grey Metallic, new Light Red leather upholstery, service of its 2.8-liter inline-six and four-speed manual transmission, installation of a modifiedair conditioning system,and more. This frame off nut and bolt restoration reportedly was in excess of $150k Originally Midnight Blue (DB-904), the car was repainted in Silver Grey Metallic (DB-180) byCyril Mischler ofCPR Classic in 2014 The finish is shown up close in the gallery below along with photos of the color-matched hardtop and black soft top. The cockpit was reupholstered in Light Red (3001) leather with matching carpets, door panels, and dash trim. Features include a sideway-facing “kinder” rear seat, a Becker Mexico radio, a wood storage console, and a periodKuhlmeister under-dash air conditioner fed by a modernBud’s Benz compressor-based system. The 2.8-liter M130 inline-six features Bosch mechanical fuel injection and was rated at 168 horsepower and 177 lb-ft of torque when new. The engine was rebuilt during the restoration Power is sent to the rear wheels via a four-speed manual transmission that also hasbeen overhauled, while the driveshaft was rebuilt using parts from Mercedes-Benz Classic according to the selling dealer.
TERMS OF THE SALE
World Class Motorcars is a licensed Missouri auto dealer and all laws pertaining to the sale of motor vehicles in the state of Missouri shall apply. I have made every effort to accurately describe this vehicle. If you are unsure of something please contact me via emailthrough theEBay message system or byphone at636-530-1133and I will gladly answer your questions. I do require a $500 deposit at the end of the auction and the balance via certified funds within seven days.FREE SHIPPING IS INCLUDED AT THE BUY IT NOW PRICE TO ANYWHERE IN THECONTINENTALUNITED STATES Free airport pickup at Lambert St Louis airportis also provided.I do reserve the right to end the auction early in the event of a prior sale.
I do make every effort to accurately describe the vehicle if you are unsure of any item PLEASE ASK. I can be reached by phone at 636-530-1133