1963 Mercedes Benz Sl Class cars for sale in Ventura, California

Mercedes-Benz : SL-Class 280SL CALIFORNIACLASSIX 1971 Mercedes-Benz 280SL Pagoda Roadster - Ice cold A/C!

$62,500

Ventura, California

A 1971 Mercedes-Benz 280SL Pagoda Roadster, now for auction on eBay! Last-Year Pagoda: 1971 Mercedes-Benz 280SL Roadster The legendary 280SL "Pagoda" Roadster is a true automobile icon, communicating the joie de vivre of the free-spirited 1960s with its sexy bodywork and unbridled performance. It is more athletic and better-equipped than its predecessors. Power steering, four-wheel power disc brakes, air conditioning: all three were available on the W113. Click on the above image for an XXL-sized view (a separate browser window will open) When new, 280SLs were very expensive and highly exclusive. Yet, many of these wonderful cars were eaten alive by the merciless rust cancer. To refurbish a car with many needs is almost always a losing proposition. And to buy one that has been completely restored will take very deep pockets. Ideally, you want to find a well-cared-for example such as this Deep Maroon beauty. Click on the above image for an XXL-sized view (a separate browser window will open) The Roadster presented here was very recently refreshed as needed, with new chrome plating, weatherstripping, upholstery, restored wood trim, subframe bushings, A/C and transmission service, and a thorough tune-up. A professional appraisal stating it to be valued at $74,500.00 accompanies the car. Click on the above image for an XXL-sized view (a separate browser window will open) Built in October of 1970 as a 1971 model, VIN *113.044-12-021867* appears to be a perfectly rust and accident free car, equipped with both tops, air conditioning, power steering, power brakes, and AM/FM Stereo. Rolling stock consists of a set of correct narrow-whitewall 195/75-14 MICHELIN radials in near-new condition. Click on the above image for an XXL-sized view (a separate browser window will open) With the factory steel pagoda hardtop mounted, the SL is weather-tight and could be driven throughout the colder months, if desired. Click on the above image for an XXL-sized view (a separate browser window will open) With the hardtop stored away and the canvas top up, the Coupe morphs into a stylish convertible. Click on the above image for an XXL-sized view (a separate browser window will open) The tan canvas soft top is a special order item. It's in perfect condition, without any rips or fading. Rear window is crystal clear. Click on the above image for an XXL-sized view (a separate browser window will open) The Pagoda's svelte coachwork features uniform door and hood gaps. Front fenders still show factory spot welds and "ridges" adjacent to the headlights. Paint is factory correct gray-beige (M-B code 158) over dark maroon (M-B code 460), with gray-beige hub caps, as per the small, metal option tag affixed to the engine bay. The period color combination's smooth and glossy finish looks very impressive. There are no bubbles, scratches, dents, rock chips or other imperfections that would cause the new owner sleepless nights. The lavish chrome trim is in excellent condition throughout; the headlight bezels are brand new. Click on the above image for an XXL-sized view (a separate browser window will open) The mechanical aspects of the 280SL are not to be neglected. Inside an immaculately clean, largely original engine bay rests the strong heart of the Roadster, its fuel injected 2.8-liter overhead cam inline-6 motor. Click on any of the above images for a full-size view Having an excellent reputation as being almost bullet-proof, with its 7 main bearings and the factory-installed oil cooler, Der Motor always starts at the first turn of the key, runs exceptionally strong, and shows no signs of any bad habits, such as smoking or (oil) drinking. The under dash A/C system was fully serviced and blows ice cold air on demand. Click on the above image for an XXL-sized view (a separate browser window will open) Inside the flawless cockpit, the 280SL roadster's painted dash communicates the opulence of the 1960s, with intricate chrome fittings, deeply varnished, authentic burled walnut wood veneer, pinstriped VDO gauges, and a vintage-looking radio that features modern internals, allowing for connnection with an auxiliary source, such as a iPhone. Click on any of the above images for a full-size view Above photos show the interior in more detail. Of special note should be the rust free rear pans, a known weak spot on all W113 cars. Click on the above image for an XXL-sized view (a separate browser window will open) All locks, switches, lights, and gauges work as they should. Click on the above image for an XXL-sized view (a separate browser window will open) The entire interior was sensibly restored. During the course of restoration, the seats were completely rebuilt, including the horsehair pads, the carpet was replaced with the original, expensive, German material, all of the wood trim was replaced with burled walnut, and a new canvas convertible top was installed. Since this car had always been garaged, the original door cards were still immaculate and have been retained. Note factory door tags. Small details such as this set a well-cared for, original car apart from the rest. Click on the above image for an XXL-sized view (a separate browser window will open) This is not a photo out of a factory brochure; we took it last week, right here in our California showroom. Click on the above image for an XXL-sized view (a separate browser window will open) Before we go on a test drive, let's check out trunk and undercarriage! Click on any of the above images for a full-size view The SL's sizeable luggage compartment looks every bit as spectacular as the rest of the car. From the original, ribbed, gray rubber mat to the fitted spare tire cover to the complete-looking factory tool kit: everything you would want to see on a show-ready SL is here. The only thing absent is the usual, moisture-induced trunk corrosion most SLs suffer from! Expect no less than worry-free quality from the undercarriage, too. It's perfectly dry and shows no corrosion. Items of note include a brand new stainless steel exhaust system and a new fuel tank. Click on the image to the left for an XXL-sized view (a separate browser window will open) Click on any of the above images for a full-size view Above photos show the undercarriage in more detail. Click on the above image for an XXL-sized view (a separate browser window will open) While good looks and health are certainly important, let's not forget that cars are meant to be driven. Hence, the bottom line: what's it like to drive this 44-year-old in today's traffic? Click on the above image for an XXL-sized view (a separate browser window will open) November 30th, when we took these photos, was just another lovely day in paradise. Starting our journey in Santa Barbara, we lowered the top, turned on the efficient heater and had a blast, zipping down to Ventura, and from there to picturesque Ojai. Click on the above image for an XXL-sized view (a separate browser window will open) Exercising this SL feels simply heavenly! The expertly refurbished steering and suspension are as tight as a new car's. No excessive play, no shakes or shimmies here! The automatic 4-speed transmission's shift points are precise; the power-assisted 4-wheel disc brakes stop the car with authority. During the five decades we've been involved with classic European sports cars, we've hardly ever encountered a Mercedes Pagoda SL that drives as perfectly as this one. It's ready for a road trip of any length, right now. Click on the above image for an XXL-sized view (a separate browser window will open) Prices for fully equipped, two-top 280SL Pagoda Roadsters in excellent condition have doubled and tripled during the past few years. Especially the 1971 models seem to be in high demand, making them smart investments along with being superb drivers' cars. Now's the time to secure one of the "best of the last" W113 SLs for much less than the cost of a restoration. Click on the above image for an XXL-sized view (a separate browser window will open) The 2016 classic car season is almost here - now's the perfect time to give yourself the gift of a vintage Mercedes! You are most welcome and encouraged to view this fine automobile in Ventura, by appointment, during the auction, or have someone inspect it for you. Please, perform your due diligence before you bid. Please, note that this car is currently advertised on our Web site and on display in our Showroom. We reserve the right to accept a satisfactory offer and close this auction at any time. Feel free to contact us via e-mail at [email protected] or call us at (805) 653-5551. TERMS OF THIS SALE By bidding in this auction, you declare that you have read and accept the Terms of this Sale as outlined below. If you have any questions, please ask them before you bid. After the auction has ended, the sale is final. Please, only bid on this car if you are serious about owning it and have the necessary funds readily available! We require a $1,000 deposit to be paid via PayPal within 24 hours of the end of the auction and the balance to be paid via bank wire transfer (or in cash) within 5 business days, unless other arrangements have been agreed upon during the auction. The car comes with a clear Florida Certificate of Title. It is smog exempt and sold "as is, where is" with no warranty stated or implied. Mileage stated above is the current odometer reading. License plates shown for photographic purposes only. You fully understand that you are not bidding on an "option to buy" this vehicle. You bid to own! There are no contingencies. We ship worldwide. For more information about Californiaclassix, please click on the link below: About Auction Presentation, Image Hosting, & Copyright © 1999-2015 by Californiaclassix.com™. All Rights Reserved. Californiaclassix.com™ is a Registered Trademark. 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Trim 280SL