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About Product
Make : Mercedes-Benz
Model : W113 SL
Mileage : 86,900 Miles Shown
Title Status : Clean (TX)
Engine : 2.8L I6
Drivetrain : Rear-wheel drive
Transmission : Automatic (4-Speed)
Body Style : Convertible
Exterior Color : Labrador Blue
Interior Color : Gray
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– I’ve always thought that the “Pagoda” Mercedes-Benz SL was a beautiful roadster, with elegant styling and excellent build quality – and it’s especially desirable with the 280SL’s potent 6-cylinder engine. This 280SL is a rare “California Coupe” model that combines 2+2 seating with a removable hard top, and it’s finished in gorgeous Labrador Blue. This 280SL has also been previously restored, with some great documentation – so it’s likely been cared for by prior owners.
HIGHLIGHTS
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– THIS… is a 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280SL, finished in Labrador Blue with a body-colored hardtop and a gray interior.
– This convertible was restored in the late 2000s, according to the seller. Photos documenting the restoration are included in the gallery.
– A partial list of notable currently installed equipment reported by the seller includes metal wheel covers, MB-Tex upholstery, a rear bench seat, and a Pioneer CD player.
– Called W113 internally, the second-generation SL made its debut at the 1963 Geneva auto show. It was related to the W111 sedan under the sheet metal, and it stood out with elegant styling that later earned it the “Pagoda” nickname. Every W113 came standard with a fuel-injected straight-6, and Mercedes-Benz relied on aluminum to reduce weight, so the W113 delivered excellent performance without sacrificing comfort and luxury. The rare “California Coupe” model offered 2+2 seating along with a removable hardtop roof. Production ended in 1971, and the W113 passed the torch to the R107.
– Power comes from a 2.8-liter straight-6, rated at about 180 horsepower and 193 lb-ft of torque. Output is sent to the rear wheels via a 4-speed automatic transmission.
EQUIPMENT
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– A partial list of notable currently installed equipment reported by the seller includes:
– 14-inch wheels
– Metal wheel covers
– Removable hardtop
– MB-Tex upholstery
– Rear bench seat
– Pioneer CD player
KNOWN FLAWS
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– Scratch on the panel between the hardtop and the trunk lid (shown in the video)
– Some wear on the driver’s seat
– Wear on the armrests; worn trim on the passenger-side window crank
RECENT SERVICE HISTORY
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– The seller states that the engine oil and filter were last changed in August 2025. The seller adds that this 280SL was restored in the late 2000s, and photo documentation of the restoration process is pictured in the gallery.
OTHER ITEMS INCLUDED IN SALE
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– 3 keys
– Owner’s manual
– Factory tool kit
– Framed photos documenting the restoration
OWNERSHIP HISTORY
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– The seller reportedly purchased this 280SL earlier in 2025 and has added about 200 miles to it since.
SELLER NOTES
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– The seller states that this 280SL was repainted during the restoration.
– Vintage vehicles may not carry emissions equipment, and exemptions to emissions and safety testing vary from state to state. As always, it’s the buyer’s responsibility to perform all due diligence regarding registering this car in their respective state prior to placing a bid.
– There is a loan on this vehicle, and sale proceeds will be used to satisfy the loan. We recommend handling the loan payoff securely through Cars & Bids SafePay if agreed to by both the buyer and the seller. Please note that the title may only be available after the loan has been paid off.
