For Sale: 1969 Mercedes-Benz 280SL in Amarillo, Texas

This 1969 Mercedes-Benz 280SL roadster is powered by an M130 2.8-liter inline-six paired with a four-speed manual transmission. Finished in Silver Mist with a color-matched removable hardtop over a black MB-Tex interior, this W113 280SL is now offered by the seller with the hardtop stand, spare parts, and a clear title.

Highlights

• Recipient of body-on restoration
• Reportedly from a long-term private collection
• Factory air conditioning
• Bosch fuel injection system
• Becker Europa audio system
• Power-assisted four-wheel disc brakes
• Current location: Texas 
  • Titled in Oregon

EXTERIOR

• Silver Mist paint
  • Soft top
  • Removable color-matched hardtop
• Chrome bumpers with guards
• European-spec headlights
• Body side moldings
• Side mirrors
• Antenna

WHEELS AND TIRES

• 14-inch steel wheels
  • Body-color hubcaps
• 185/90 Hankook Optimo H724 whitewall tires

INTERIOR

• Black MB-Tex upholstery
  • Bucket seats
  • Lap belts
• Manual crank windows
• Power steering
• Two-spoke steering wheel
  • Chrome horn ring
• Door-mounted map pockets
• VDO clock
• Becker Europa AM/FM radio
• Air conditioning
• MBZ-logo floor mats
• Vinyl trunk mat
  • Spare tire with cover

INSTRUMENTS

• VDO-branded gauges
  • 140-mph speedometer
  • 7,000-rpm tachometer
  • Fuel
  • Coolant temperature
  • Oil pressure
• Odometer shows 48,908 miles
  • Title reads mileage exempt 

ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION

Engine

• M130 2.8-liter inline-six
  • 180 horsepower
  • 193 lb-ft of torque
  • Bosch fuel injection

Transmission

• Four-speed manual         

Service History Highlights

• Oil change performed in August 2024

UNDERCARRIAGE, SUSPENSION, BRAKES, AND EXHAUST 

• Power-assisted four-wheel disc brakes
• Twin exhaust outlets

KNOWN IMPERFECTIONS

• Radio has a delay to play after being turned on

ITEMS INCLUDED WITH THE VEHICLE 

• Removable hardtop
• Hardtop stand
• Spare parts
• Uninstalled U.S.-specification headlights

ADDITIONAL NOTES

• Engine number denotes a 1969 280SL with a factory four-speed manual transmission