For Sale: 1969 Mercedes-Benz 280SL in Savannah, Georgia

Motorcar Studio is pleased to offer this 1969 Mercedes-Benz 280SL Roadster. This W113 Pagoda is finished in a very attractive dark green metallic with a matching hard top over bamboo interior (plus a beige canvas convertible top). Excellent paint quality over a very straight body with excellent shut lines and panel fitment; glass-out repaint in 2020 still shows as nearly new. Bumpers and exterior trim were either replated or replaced and present beautifully. Euro headlights. Factory 14-inch wheels with color-matched covers are wearing Vredestein Sprint Classics with 2022 date codes. Tidy underside with no known rust issues.

Interior presents nicely with bamboo MB-Tex seating surfaces and attractive brown square-weave carpets; door panels, steering wheel and interior wood and chrome trim are in very good condition. All gauges are clear and working, aside from the clock. The A/C system underwent a complete refurbishment in 2017, had been converted to R134a, and is blowing cold. Correct Becker Europa stereo is fitted but inoperative. The convertible top looks and works like new with no damage or fraying to the canvas, and the plastic rear window remains clear. The color-matched hard top is likewise excellent with good glass, trim and headliner.

Under the hood is the original, numbers-matching 2.8 liter inline six mated to a four-speed manual transmission. Starts easily both hot and cold and runs and drives well; clutch, gearbox and shift linkage feel great. Complete suspension and brake refresh in 2017. Based on notes in the records, the engine was fully rebuilt in 2013. Original owner's manual, stamped service book, comprehensive service records dating back to the 1970s, and a factory data card are included with the sale.

The 280SL was the most evolved iteration of the W113 chassis, incorporating several refinements (including four wheel disk brakes) and offering the most powerful engine. And of course Paul Bracq's design is considered one of the best of the 20th century. For more information about this 1969 Mercedes-Benz 280SL Pagoda for sale at Motorcar Studio in Savannah, please call 912-235-0435.