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Mercedes-Benz 280 SL Pagoda — 1970

One of the most sought-after two-seater convertibles among classic car enthusiasts. With its timeless and elegant design, this example has been carefully cherished by its owner.

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"These are wonderful cars to cruise in during the summer, always attracting plenty of attention. This example is powered by the 2.8-liter six-cylinder engine paired with a manual gearbox — ticking all the right boxes for a true driver’s car."

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06 NOV 10:00
405 000SEK
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18858
NORRKÖPING
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Shaun Major
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Rebecca R Bengtsson
Case manager
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"These are wonderful cars to cruise in during the summer, always attracting plenty of attention. This example is powered by the 2.8-liter six-cylinder engine paired with a manual gearbox — ticking all the right boxes for a true driver’s car."

Description

This car is one of several Mercedes models being offered in this auction on behalf of the owner’s estate. Additional information has been provided by Per Ask, a Mercedes specialist who personally knew both the owner and the cars.

According to the family, this was the jewel of the collection — the owner’s pride and joy. It was only lightly driven on sunny summer days and for special occasions, which explains why it remains in such nice condition today.

Chassis no. 11304410016172 Enigne No. 13098010023940, manufactured in February 1970. Originally registered in Germany and imported to Sweden in 1985 by Mr. Barrenäs from Askim. It was sold to Mr. Lycke in Norrköping on December 14, 1985, and subsequently renovated under his supervision. The car was pre-registered on December 14, 1989, and officially registered in Sweden on April 1, 1990. The odometer reading at its most recent inspection in 2017 was 56,230 km.

Powered by a 2.8-litre six-cylinder fuel-injected engine producing 170 hp (DIN) and paired with a 4-speed manual gearbox, this 280 SL is finished in white with light brown MB-Tex upholstery.

The car was originally delivered with a hardtop, which is included but requires a full renovation.

It comes with 2 pairs of keys for the car, extra hubcaps, a single seat in the back and an extra tire in addition to the spare wheel

Technical data

  • Year
    1970/1970 
  • Registration date
    1990-04-01 
  • Mileage
    57458 km 
  • Registration Number
    FCO803 
  • Chassis Number
    11304410016172 
  • Kw / hp
    125 / 170 
  • Fuel Type
    Petrol 
  • Transmission
    Manual 
  • Interior finish
    Vinyl MB-Tex 
  • Colour
    White 

Condition

  • Mechanical condition:

    The car starts easily without any issues and quickly warms up to normal operating temperature. The engine runs smoothly with good oil pressure. During a short test drive, it performed very well — the gearbox shifts cleanly, the brakes are firm and responsive, and the car feels stable and composed on the road. A routine service with fresh fluids is recommended, as it has seen little use over the past 12 months. The engine bay is clean and orderly, and the car is inspection exempt.

    It is equipped with the so-called “Baroque” alloy wheels, which were an optional extra when new. While the current wheels are not produced by Mercedes’ original supplier, they are virtually identical in appearance to the originals.

  • Interior condition:

    interior is in very nice condition with no damage. Included with the car is an additional rear seat found in the garage, which is a better match to the one currently fitted. The rear carpets and mats behind the seats could benefit from slightly better fitting — a very simple job. The driver’s seat tilt lever needs a small adjustment, and in the boot are chrome side covers for both seats that just need to be installed.

    The rear roof release latch requires inspection and repair, as it could not be released during testing, preventing the roof from being lowered. The dashboard, trims, and gauges are all in a great condition, as is the steering wheel, which shows no cracks. The soft top fits well and is free from damage; the inner roof lining has some loose material around the frame that only needs to be re-glued into position.

  • Exterior condition:

    Bodywork is straight and free from dents or damage, with well-aligned panels, even gaps, and no visible signs of rust. The underbody is exceptionally clean and shows no corrosion, while inspection of the wheel arches and inner wings confirms everything is in solid condition. The paintwork is bright and smooth, indicating a high-quality repaint during the renovation, with no blisters and only a small, light 4 cm scratch near the roof (see pictures). All chrome trim is complete and in good condition, with just a minor dent on the right rear bumper.

  • General condition:

    This is a very nice car in all respects and has clearly been well cared for. It only needs a routine service and a few minor interior adjustments to make it even better.

MOT (tech. insp.)

Fordonsstatus: Itrafik 2000-05-08
Ursprungsbesiktning: 1989-12-14 (regbes)
Datum i trafik första gången: 1990-04-01
Senast godkända besiktning: 2019-07-25
Besiktningsbefriad: Ja
Skattebefriad: Ja
Körförbud: Nej
Antal ägare: 1

Location and viewing Information

Location: Norrköping

For viewing the vehicle, contact the inspector/case manager:

Shaun Major
+46 709-72 40 07
shaun@bilwebauctions.se

Pick up

Collection must take place between; 2025-11-20 - 2025-11-23.

NOTE! Payment (deposit to our account) must be made within 5 days and before collection.

Auction information

General information about the condition of the vehicles .
  • At this auction, many vehicles have been included in car collections and have been stored (mothballed) for a long time. For this reason, they are described from a collector's perspective and may need technical reviews and maintenance service - oil, battery replacement, new tires, brake review, etc. - before they can be used. .
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