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0 Previous Owners, This lot will be auctioned via Historics Classic and Sportscar Auctioneers, Mercedes-Benz World sale on 23rd November, KT13 0SL. The Mercedes-Benz 280 SL was introduced in December 1967 and continued in production until February 1971. An all-new design by Paul Bracq to replace the 190 SL and 300 SL Roaster. The 280 SL had a powerful 2.8 litre version of Mercedes inline-six and used Bosch fuel injection. To save on weight the bonnet, boot lid and tonneau cover were all composed of aluminium. The nickname 'Pagoda' was quickly adopted thanks to the slightly concave roof on the optional removable hardtop that resembled a pagoda roof. The comparatively short and wide chassis, combined with an excellent suspension, powerful disc brakes and radial tyres gave the W113 superb handling for its time. These roadsters also have one of the most beautiful bodies produced in the 1960s. The styling of the front paid homage to the legendary 300 SL with its characteristic upright Bosch fishbowl headlights and simple chrome grille, dominated by the large three-pointed star in the nose panel.This left hand drive example of this iconic German classic was imported from the US in 2016 and was then repainted in the white which you see today. Its interior, which we believe to be original but cannot confirm, is red MB Tex and is in good condition. Its 2.8 engine is mated to a manual gearbox and we are informed it runs well. The car comes with its factory hardtop which is also in good condition and this Pagoda is priced very reasonably compared to many similar classic Mercedes-Benz and can be used every day or to tour in Europe. Either way this is a stylish sports car and still turns heads on our roads today. Consigned by Dominic Lake.

The Mercedes-Benz 280 encompasses models such as the 280SE and 280SL, offering a blend of luxury and performance.