LOT 47

1970 Mercedes-Benz Pagoda 280SL with hardtop Registration no. TBA Chassis no. 113.044-12-015504

Estimate: £80,000 - £100,000

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Lot 47

1970 Mercedes-Benz Pagoda 280SL with hardtop
Registration no. TBA Chassis no. 113.044-12-015504

Bonhams MPH July Auction|17 July 2021, 13:00 BST|Bicester, Bicester Heritage

1970 Mercedes-Benz Pagoda 280SL with hardtop
Registration no. TBA
Chassis no. 113.044-12-015504

Odometer reading: 1,800
MOT: Exempt

*Low mileage 280 SL Pagoda
*Excellent condition
*Good history

Footnotes

Produced between 1963 and 1971, the Mercedes-Benz W113 'Pagoda' is one of the company's most iconic vehicles. Introduced in 1967, the Mercedes-Benz 280SL was powered by a new 2.8-litre six-cylinder engine that produced 20bhp more than its 250SL predecessor. There was no change of its 120mph top speed, but it was significantly quicker to 60mph and was a whole second quicker at just 10 seconds. Christened 'Pagoda' after its distinctive cabin shape with generous glass area, these SL models are amongst the best-loved sports-tourers and remain highly sought after by collectors. This 1970 left-hand drive example is a later model that is presented in excellent condition. It's paintwork, chrome, leather interior and carpets are all immaculate. It's 2.8-litre engine is reported to be running and driving very well, and its four-speed automatic is shifting smoothly. The car has completed very few miles since its restoration, and as such presents very well. Offered with a large history file this is an excellent and well-looked after example.

Vendor Score Total: 89/100

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Key for sellers' assessments:
1/5 POOR. A project vehicle | Requires urgent attention | Damaged | Parts missing
2/5 AVERAGE. Useable condition | Requires some attention | Light damage
3/5 GOOD. Drive away | Presents well | Good history file | Drives well
4/5 VERY GOOD. Well restored | Running and driving with no noticeable faults | Sound throughout
5/5 EXCELLENT. Concours condition | Beautifully presented | Driving very well

EXTERIOR TOTAL: 25/25
Body Work: 5
Chrome/Plastics/Trim: 5
Glass: 5
Paint: 5
Wheels/Tyres: 5

RUNNING GEAR TOTAL: 16/20
Axles: 4
Brakes: 4
Gearbox/Clutch: 4
Suspension: 4

INTERIOR TOTAL: 17/20
Dashboard/Door cards/Carpets: 4
Headlining: 4
Seats: 4
Trim: 5

ELECTRICAL TOTAL: 9/10
Ancillary components: 4
Main components: 5

ENGINE TOTAL: 18/20
Mechanical components: 4
Running: 4
Starting: 5
Under Bonnet: 5

Car History File: 4

Saleroom notices

The history file is hoped to be at the auction by time of sale. It will follow post sale if not.

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