Vehicle Description
-White with Saddle Tan, Brown German square weave carpeting, Blue
cloth convertible top as well as Optional hard top painted White,
74,000 miles from new, 2.8-liter 6-cylinder engine, automatic
transmission, Power steering, Custom Autosound stereo with USB and
auxiliary inputs.
The Mercedes W113 type, nick-named "Pagoda" due to a distinctive
and patented concave hardtop roofline. Many see as one of the most
beautiful cars ever built. All 280 SL models were equipped with an
inline 6-cylinder engine with mechanical fuel injection. The
comparatively short and wide chassis, combined with an excellent
suspension, powerful brakes and radial tires gave the 280 SL superb
handling for its time.
The underhood data plate shows the following original factory
specifications:
426 - Power steering and floor-shifted automatic transmission
491 - US version
503 - Left outside mirror
050G - White paint
050G - White hardtop and hubcaps
6 - Hardtop mounted on car, soft top folded
113 - Mercedes-Benz W113 body
044 - 280SL
1 - Left-hand drive
2 - Automatic transmission
7 - United States distribution code
00228 - Production number
80620 - Body number
Having been stored for several years. This 280 SL has limited
mileage for its age, during its most recent ownership, the body was
stripped to metal, refinished in its original and correct shade of
White, windshield trim, side moldings, bumpers, headlights have
been replaced. The interior wood has been refinished, the interior
redyed, the convertible top replaced and a new exhaust system has
been fitted.
This 280SL is offered with a copy of the factory data card, factory
tool kit, service records, spare keys and is ready for immediate
use and enjoyment.
