1969 Mercedes-Benz 280 SL W113 Pagoda
- Engine
- 2.8L SOHC inline-six with Bosch mechanical fuel injection, 180 bhp
- Colour
- Dark Olive Green ('Dunkeloliv' DB 291)
A 1969 Mercedes-Benz 280 SL finished in Dunkeloliv (Dark Olive Green, DB 291) over Cognac leather, representing the flagship specification of the W113 generation. The car underwent a mechanical restoration by a long-term Canadian owner before receiving a subsequent cosmetic restoration that included a full interior retrim to correct-specification Cognac full-grain leather, refinished wood trim, replaced chrome and rubber trim, and a new soft-top in correct German fabric. It retains its original hardtop, tools, and owner documentation.
Ownership
- —Auction saleSold US$132,000
- Date unknownCanadian Mercedes-Benz collectorpartial documentation
Long-term owner who commissioned a mechanical restoration on the car, followed by a subsequent cosmetic restoration that included a full interior retrim to period-correct leather and various exterior refinishments.
Competition
No competition history extracted from the catalogue.
Maintenance & restoration
- —Restoration
Full mechanical restoration carried out by a Canadian Mercedes-Benz collector who had owned the vehicle for many years.
- —Restoration
Subsequent cosmetic restoration encompassing a complete interior retrim from MB Tex to full-grain Cognac leather, new headliner and carpeting, refinished wood trim, restored original clock, and replacement of aged chrome, rubber body moldings, and wheel covers. A new soft-top in correct German fabric was also fitted.
Carried out after the earlier mechanical restoration; the car was also upgraded with a keyless remote entry and trunk release system at some point.
- —Modification
Addition of a keyless remote door and boot release system to improve everyday usability.
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