Mercedes-Benz 280SL

The 280 SL was the final and most developed form of the W113 "Pagoda" line, with the 2.8-litre fuel-injected straight-six and an upgraded rear axle. This 1970 car was first registered in the UK late in that year, so it is among the last built before the R107 took over.

It is a manual car with 43,760 miles, described as matching-numbers. It is finished in Tunis Beige Metallic over parchment leather, though the dealer's narrative also mentions Moss Green and black MB-Tex, so the colour is worth confirming.

The history file has invoices back to 1996. These include a 2013 overhaul costing about £32,000, with a new-piston engine rebuild, fresh paint and suspension and steering renewals. Around £13,000 of further work followed in 2022, covering an engine refresh, paint and interior. It has a voluntary MOT valid to April 2027 and historical certificates back to 2003.