1968 | Mercedes-Benz 280 SL
VAT is reclaimable
Rare dark blue Pagoda with red leather
VAT is reclaimable
Rare dark blue Pagoda with red leather
VAT is reclaimable
VAT is reclaimable
Rare dark blue Pagoda with red leather
VAT is reclaimable
Rare dark blue Pagoda with red leather
VAT is reclaimable
An elegant matching-numbers Pagoda 280 SL with dark blue paintwork in good condition. In the current owner's possession since 1986.
The car was first delivered in Germany, although it was originally a "California model" (without a soft-top frame). Probably as a concession to the not always rain-free weather in Germany, a soft-top compartment was welded in and a soft-top frame installed in 1988. In this context, the Pagoda was repainted in its original dark blue color.
In 2020, extensive technical and cosmetic repairs worth more than Euro 51,000.00 were carried out by a specialist workshop. Among other things, the front and rear axles were overhauled, the power steering was resealed, a stainless-steel exhaust system was installed, the soft-top cover incl. seals was renewed, and many other works were performed. Since then, the Pagoda has been serviced by this specialist workshop. In 2024, the bushings in the shift linkage and shift gate were replaced, and in 2025 the automatic transmission was renewed. There is no backlog of repairs.
The last inspection was in May 2025.
A valuation report from April 2020 with a replacement value of Euro 140,000.00 is available. Grade 2+.
Condition description according to the 2020 valuation report:
The body panels were rated as being in good condition, with even and optimal panel gaps. The glazing is also in good condition.
The vehicle was repainted in the original dark blue color 904 with a good paint system.
The interior has an optically authentic and very well-maintained overall condition with age-appropriate patina.
This description has been automatically translated. Original language: German.

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