1967 Mercedes-Benz 250 SL Pagoda
1967 Mercedes-Benz 250 SL Pagoda
Introduced in 1963, the Mercedes-Benz 230 SL, affectionately known as the 'Pagoda' on account of its distinctive concave hardtop, quickly established itself as one of the finest grand touring cars of its generation. Replaced by the 250 SL in 1966, the model benefited from a larger 2,496cc straight-six engine, improved braking and a more comfortable ride, while retaining the elegant styling and excellent build quality that made its predecessor so popular. With fuel injection, independent suspension and a choice of manual or automatic transmission, the 250 SL offered a wonderfully refined yet capable driving experience.
This 1967 example is an attractive 'California Coupe', finished in dark metallic green with a contrasting tan interior and manual gearbox. Interestingly, its two original Mercedes-Benz factory data cards confirm that it was originally specified in white (paint code 050), with the present colour change understood to have been carried out by Mercedes-Benz in 1984 for a Mrs Peddy in the United States, who owned the car from 1984 until 1999. The quality of the work is evident with little to no signs to suggest that the car was originally a different colour.
The history file is particularly interesting, containing original Mercedes-Benz owner's manuals, warranty books, sales catalogue and a service book which provides a fascinating insight into the car's early life. Its first service was recorded in Germany in 1967 at just 563km, followed by further entries in Villach, Austria, at 3,650km in June 1967 and Sindelfingen, Germany, at 6,935km in July 1967. By December 1967 however, the car had appeared in Baltimore, USA, with 11,115km recorded, leaving an intriguing question as to whether it was initially delivered in Europe before being exported or collected by an American purchaser and subsequently shipped home. The service book continues with regular entries from Baltimore, Pennsylvania and Maryland through to 1979, when approximately 89,000km was recorded.
Further American documentation includes a copy of the Maryland title issued to Mrs Peddy in 1984 and original registration slips bearing her name through to 1999. Having had three owners in the United States, including one long-term custodian, the Mercedes was first registered in the UK in 2015. UK invoices dating from 2015 and 2016 document further maintenance, including a £717 visit to Ian Belcher Motor Tech in 2016 for a service, rectification of rough running, valve-clearance adjustment, a new brake master cylinder, manifold gasket and attention to a brake caliper. An appealing and usable Pagoda, this example combines a particularly handsome colour scheme, manual transmission and a fascinating transatlantic history. Consigned by Fraser Smith
Lot details
Year: 1967
Make: Mercedes-Benz
Model: 250 SL Pagoda
Registration: NDB 467E
Chassis No: 11304310002041
Odometer: 46,644
* Fascinating early service history across Germany, Austria and the USA
* Original factory data cards
* Rare manual gearbox
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