Vehicle Description
Worldwide Vintage Autos is pleased to present this 1972
Mercedes-Benz 280 SL. Hagerty Values a number car 3�at $81,300.� We
scour the country for vintage cars and trucks like this and we
rarely come across one like this! You must see and drive this rare
Mercedes-Benz!
�HISTORY:
The 280 SL was introduced in December 1967 and continued in
production through 23 February 1971, when the W�113 was replaced by
its successor, the entirely new and substantially heavier�R107�350
SL. Over the years, the W�113 evolved from a�sports car�into a
comfortable�grand tourer, and US models were by then usually
equipped with the 4-speed automatic transmission and air
conditioning. Manual transmission models came with the standard
4-speed or the optional ZF 5-speed, which was ordered only 882
times and thus is a highly sought-after original option today. In
Europe, manual transmissions without air conditioning were still
the predominant choice. Of the 23,885 280 SLs produced, more than
half were sold in the US.
The main change was an upgrade to the 2,778�cc (2.8�L)�M130�engine
with 170�PS (130�kW; 170�hp) maximum power and 180�lb�ft (244�N�m)
maximum torque, which finally gave the W�113 adequate power. The
performance improvement was achieved by increasing bore by 4.5�mm
(0.2�in), which stretched the limits of the�M180�block, and
required pairwise cylinder casts without cooling water passages.
This mandated an oil-cooler, which was fitted vertically next to
the radiator. Each engine was now bench-tested for two hours prior
to being fitted, so their power specification was guaranteed at
last.[9]
The M130 marked the final evolution of Mercedes-Benz'
venerable�SOHC�M180 inline-six, before it was superseded by the
entirely new�DOHC�M110�inline-six introduced with R107 1974
European 280 SL models. For some time, it was also used in
the�W�109�300�S-Class, where it retired the expensive 3
liter�M189�alloy inline-six.
A brief chronology of the most notable changes made to the
280SL:[8] �Source: Wikipedia
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SPECIFICS / BUILD INFORMATION
EXTERIOR:�
-Beautiful red paint.
-Looks to be original chrome and brightwork in excellent
condition.
-Factory wheels with new tires.�
-Removable hard top!�
INTERIOR:
-Factory interior.
-Uncut dash with factory radio.
-Factory center console.
MECHANICAL:
-Factory Mercedes engine.�
-4 speed automatic.
DISCLOSURE:
- Paint chip in the hood. �(See detailed photos)
- Wood insert broken/missing in dash. (See detailed photos)
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Own this vintage 1972 Mercedes-Benz 280 SL�at wholesale cost. �Buy
one complete and ensure your investment for the future. �An
excellent investment and something you can enjoy daily. Collectible
vintage vehicles have historically appreciated at a rate greater
than that stock market, gold and other arts and collectibles as
documented by many articles and auction result tracking.
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NEED MORE DETAILED INFORMATION? CALL US AND WE WILL HELP ANY�WAY
POSSIBLE! � �
WORLDWIDE VINTAGE AUTOS [. C O M ]
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FINANCING:
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order to expedite the process.
INSPECTIONS:
PLEASE COME OUT AND INSPECT YOUR VEHICLE! �ALL DEPOSITS ARE
REFUNDABLE IF YOU PERSONALLY COME OUT AND INSPECT YOUR VEHICLE
WITHIN SEVEN DAYS OF DEPOSIT. �IF IT IS NOT THE VEHICLE FOR YOU, WE
WILL RETURN YOUR DEPOSIT ON THE SPOT!�
SHIPPING:
We recommend having our shipping coordinator facilitate the
transport of your new vehicle. �We can handle all shipping
arrangements in-house, so you know where your vehicle is from point
�A� to point �B�. We highly suggest using only enclosed shipping to
protect your investment. �We use�Central Dispatch�and they ensure
all carriers are licensed, insured and bonded.
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INTERNATIONAL BUYERS:
We have sold and shipped vehicles all over the world, with happy
customers in Canada, Europe, Australia, New Zealand, Japan, South
America, and the Middle East, just to name a few. �We can assist
with the transport to your home port anywhere in the world, as well
as help with the required export/import paperwork. �We recommend
the following import/export contacts:
��Halmari, in Houston, TX @ 281-984-7235
��Schumacher Global Transport�@ 1-800-599-0190
��ADULTS ONLY�car shop in�Australia�(see website)
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As one of the largest classic car dealers in the world, we stock
over 200�vehicles and are sure to have the car of your dreams. If
you do not see the vehicle you want in our inventory, make sure to
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