Mercedes-Benz 280 SL W113 Pagoda

Mercedes-Benz 280 SL W113 Pagoda

  • Price:
    £269,950
  • Colour:
    Bentley Silver Lake Metallic
  • Interior:
    Rolls-Royce Navy Leather
  • Year:
    1969 (G)
  • Mileage:
    1,000 Miles
  • Engine:
    2.8 Litre M130 Inline-Six
  • Transmission:
    4-Speed Automatic
  • Body Style:
    Convertible
  • Fuel:
    Petrol
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KEY INFORMATION

  • Finished in Bentley Silver Lake Metallic
  • Hemmels Restoration Completed in 2019
  • Beautifully Presented with a Polished Engine and Stainless Exhaust
  • Modern Additions Including Refined Audio Upgrade and USB Charging System
  • UK Supplied Example

Video Walkaround

OPTIONS
  • 14-Inch Chrome Wheels with Colour Matched Caps
  • Bentley Silver Lake Metallic Paint
  • Stainless Exhaust
  • Rolls-Royce Navy Leather Interior
  • Light Ivory Steering Wheel with Blue Centre
  • Polished Exhaust Manifolds
  • USB Charging System
  • Refined Audio Upgrade
  • Hemmels Engine Performance Enhancement
  • Matching Hard Top and Stand
Additional Features
  • 2.8 Litre M130 Inline-6 Engine
  • 4-Speed Automatic Gearbox
  • Analog Clock in Instrument Cluster
  • Front Double Wishbone Suspension
  • Hydraulic Clutch
  • Rear Swing-Axle Suspension with Compensating Spring
  • Removable Pagoda Hardtop
Model Overview

Introducing a truly exceptional Mercedes-Benz 280SL Pagoda - a landmark of 1960s motoring, presented here following a comprehensive, no-compromise restoration completed in 2019.

This particular example has been fully reengineered and refinished through Hemmels’ acclaimed Neugeboren programme, returning the car to as-new condition while elevating craftsmanship throughout. Every component was carefully dismantled, restored or renewed, and reassembled with obsessive attention to detail. This 280 SL is further enhanced by a suite of premium features, including the Hemmels Engine Performance Enhancement, undercarriage lacquer protection, and a refined audio upgrade, seamlessly blending modern capability with classic design.

The car is finished in Bentley Silver Lake Metallic and complemented by a Rolls-Royce Navy Leather interior, with a matching blue soft top beneath a body colour-matched removable hardtop.

Having covered fewer than 1,000 miles since completion, this example represents a rare opportunity for collectors and enthusiasts seeking a Pagoda restored to exacting standards and ready for immediate enjoyment.

The Mercedes-Benz 280SL represents the pinnacle of the revered W113 “Pagoda” series. Introduced in late 1967 as the successor to the 250SL, the 280SL featured an enlarged 2.8-litre inline-six engine (M130), delivering stronger torque, smoother power delivery, and improved drivability - qualities that made it equally suited to spirited touring or relaxed grand touring. Renowned for its distinctive concave hardtop - which earned the “Pagoda” nickname - the 280SL combined elegant Paul Bracq styling with the engineering precision for which Mercedes-Benz became famous. Advanced safety features for its era, including a rigid passenger cell and crumple zones, reflected the brand’s forward-thinking approach. With its perfect balance of performance, luxury, and timeless design, the 1968 280SL remains one of the most desirable classic Mercedes-Benz models. It is a car that offers not only strong collector appeal but also genuine usability — a classic that can be driven and enjoyed as intended.

Mercedes-Benz 280 SL W113 Pagoda
Mercedes-Benz 280 SL W113 Pagoda
Technical Data
  • Dimensions
    • Height
      1,320 mm
    • Length
      4,285 mm
    • Width
      1,760 mm
  • Performance
    • (0 - 62 MPH)
      9.5 secs
    • BHP
      170 bhp
    • Maximum Speed
      125 mph
    • Engine Capacity:
      2,778 cc
Mercedes-Benz 280 SL W113 Pagoda

WHAT THE JOURNALISTS SAY

  • The final evolution of the Pagoda is the most refined: with its robust M130 engine and graceful proportions, it transformed the SL into a road-going sportster that feels both elegant and capable.
    Iconic Auctioneers
  • The ‘Pagoda’ SL remains a masterclass in design, with its distinctive hardtop, excellent build quality and harmonious blend of performance and luxury that continues to captivate enthusiasts.
    Road & Track
  • Among the W113 range, the 280SL is widely judged the one to have - offering quintessential Pagoda style, excellent road manners and strong long-term appeal.
    Trade Classics

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