Vehicle Description
Motorcar Studio is pleased to offer this 1966 Mercedes-Benz W113
230SL "Pagoda." This 230SL has been under the same ownership in
Atlanta since 1985, during which time it has been driven
approximately 15,000 miles. Currently showing 5,500 miles, we
believe the actual mileage to be 105,500. This example is finished
in attractive white (paint code 050 G) over black with matching
white hardtop; it shows as a mostly unrestored driver with a recent
interior refresh and lots of recent service.
A major service in 2016 at Bud's Benz included new upholstery and
seat pads, square weave carpet and new convertible top along with a
huge list of mechanical work - tune up, valve adjustment, intake,
cooling and fuel hoses, throttle linkage setup, belts, radiator
recore, subframe mounts, steering box and pump, full front-end
rebuild, alternator, water pump, body seals and rubbers, window
felts and more. This work totaled nearly $20,000. Additional
extensive service records date to 1988 and include a transmission
and torque converter overhaul 6,000 miles ago.
We believe this car had a repaint in the correct color at some
point prior to 1985, but it was done to a good standard and retains
a nice luster (and its headlight notches). The finish does have a
few flaws and dings as expected given its age. Underneath, the body
remains in good original condition with the only rust noted being
two small spots in the front floor pans. The Kuhlmeister air
conditioning system is intact but not currently working; records
indicate that it was functional in the not-too-distant past.
This Pagoda runs and drives well (as it should given all of the
recent work) and starts easily. It is a lovely car to enjoy as-is
at an approachable price-point, or could easily be taken to the
next level with some detailing and finishing touches. For more
information about this 1966 Mercedes-Benz 230SL for sale at
Motorcar Studio in Atlanta, please call 404-692-5250.