1967 Mercedes-Benz 250 SL

. Factory hardtop.

The Mercedes-Benz W113 SL was launched at the 1963 Geneva Motor Show as the replacement for the popular W121 SL 190. Penned by Mercedes’ lead designer Paul Bracq as principally a two-seater luxury sports touring convertible with a slightly concave hardtop, which inspired the “Pagoda” nickname. All models were equipped with six-cylinder engines with multipoint fuel injection. The bonnet, boot lid, door skins and tonneau cover were made of aluminium to reduce weight, this combined with excellent suspension, powerful brakes made for superb handling. Mercedes launched the 250 SL in December 1966 with production ending in January 1968 making 250 the rarest of all the Pagoda models with only 5,196 built. Boasting 150bhp with the option of either an automatic or manual transmission the 250 SL was capable of speeds in excess of 120 mph making for effortless European touring.

The Mercedes-Benz 250 SL Pagoda offered here at Autostorico was first registered in United States in 1967 and is finished in Signal Red with Cream MBTex interior and Beige soft top. This lovely example boasts the highly desirable, factory fit hardtop and four speed manual gearbox. Having spent a large part of its life in the United States the car returned to Europe in 2015. Since arrival the car has undergone extensive restoration works including an engine overhaul along with suspension, brakes, new interior trim, chrome, exhaust system and new hood. Purchased by its current owner in 2019, who has continued to maintain the car to an exceptionally high standard. Recent work were entrusted to Mercedes marque specialist the SL Shop, with recent invoices totalling close to £25,000.