For Sale: 1964 Mercedes-Benz 230SL in Beverly Hills, California

1964 Mercedes-Benz 230SLIntroducing this 1964 Mercedes-Benz 230SL with two tops, finished in Signal Red over a black interior. This W113 comes out of long-term California ownership and retains its blue California license plate. Also accompanying the vehicle is a small California pink slip dating back to 1983, adding an early piece of documentation to its history.Highlights:- California Car- Long-Term Ownership Since 1983- Exterior Color: Signal Red- 2.3L M127 Inline Six-Cylinder Engine- 4-Speed Manual Transmission- Bosch Mechanical Fuel Injection- Power-Assisted Front Disc Brakes- Convertible Soft Top - "Pagoda" Removable Hardtop- Chrome Bumpers- Classic VDO Instrumentation- Blaupunkt Radio- Rear "Kinder Seat"- Bosch Euro Headlights- 14-Inch Steel WheelsPowered by a 2.3-liter M127 inline-six engine equipped with Bosch mechanical fuel injection and paired with a 4-speed manual transmission, this 230SL retains many of the features that made the model one of Mercedes-Benz's most desirable sports cars of the 1960s. Additional equipment includes power-assisted front disc brakes, Bosch European headlights, chrome bumpers, twin exhaust outlets, classic VDO instrumentation, 14-inch steel wheels, and Michelin tires.Inside, the cabin presents a period-correct layout featuring low-back bucket seats, a two-spoke steering wheel with horn ring, analog clock, center console, door pockets, Blaupunkt radio, and a rear "Kinder Seat." The simple dashboard design and fender-mounted antenna reflect the understated elegance for which the W113 is known.Included with the car are both a convertible soft top and the distinctive removable hardtop that gave the model its famous "Pagoda" nickname, inspired by the concave shape of the roof. The 230SL was also among the earliest sports cars to incorporate advanced safety engineering, including a rigid passenger compartment and crumple zones, innovations that would later become common throughout the automotive industry.This Mercedes-Benz 230SL is an excellent opportunity for enthusiasts seeking a desirable W113 Pagoda that can be restored. The vehicle is offered with a running engine; however, mechanical recommissioning is needed before road use. Contact us today for additional information on this classic Mercedes-Benz. For $36,500