1970 MERCEDES BENZ 280 SL PAGODA 59000 ACTUAL MILES DOCUMENTED CALIFORNIA GEM

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1970 MERCEDES BENZ 280 SL
LOCATED IN SUNNY DRY, PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA
ONLY 59,204 ORIGINAL MILES SINCE NEW
ROCK SOLID FRAME WITH A GORGEOUS BODY FIT
ALL ORIGINAL INTERIOR WHICH IS A STATEMENT TO ITS HISTORY
SUPER RARE CALIFORNIA COUPE 280SL ROADSTER WHICH STAYED IN SUNNY DRY CALIFORNIA ITS ENTIRE LIFE.
MATCHING NUMBERS FACTORY ENGINE WHICH IS STAMPED WITH THE SAME ENGINE NUMBER RECORDED ON THE WARRANTY/DATA PLATE
DEALER INSTALLED AIR CONDITIONING WITH INSTALLATION INVOICE FROM 1970
INCREDIBLE TWO OWNER CALIFORNIA MB PAGODA 280 SL
FULLY DOCUMENTED WITH ORIGINAL PAPERWORK INCLUDING THE MERCEDES BENZ WARRANTY BOOK AND DATA PLATE, THE FIRST CALIFORNIA REGISTRATION ISSUED BY DMV IN 1970 AND INVOICES DATING BACK TO THE 70'S TO THE ORIGINAL OWNER
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LOCATED IN BEAUTIFUL PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA

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The Paul Bracq-designed Mercedes-Benz 113 series succeeded both the 190SL and 300SL and made its public debut at the 1963 Geneva Auto Show.
The first model, the 230SL, was a comfortable, well-equipped and compact two-seat sports touring machine that provided better performance than the 190SL.
Instantly recognizable by virtue of their unique and strong detachable hardtop design, the cars were colloquially known as "Pagodas".

The 280SL was introduced in 1967 and powered by a new 2.8-litre (2778cc) six-cylinder engine that produced 180bhp, 20 horsepower more than the preceding 250SL's.
The 280 SL, with its effortless power delivery has become the most sought-after of SL's.

This is a rare example of the 'California Coupe', an Air Conditioned 2+2 version (first introduced on the 250SL) that came with a rear bench seat occupying the space hitherto reserved for the convertible top.
A removable hardtop provides the weather protection.

Supplied new to Janet Griffith of Northridge, California (who enjoyed it for about 5 years and then had serious health issues) it was subsequently put in to long term storage (with about 51,000 miles) where it was maintained but remained for about 30 years, until 2005. It was then acquired by its Second Owner who immediately gave it a full mechanical service and a mild cosmetic restoration.
It was at that time that it received its only repaint (since new) in its correct factory color using single stage paint.
He has enjoyed the 280SL for the past 5 or 6 years putting on about 1000 miles per year.
It has a total of 59,204 Original Miles since new as documented in the Warranty Book.
It comes with a cosmetic European Plate on the front and a retro California Black Plate on the rear.
It is not often we come across what we describe as a qualitylow mile"righteous" car which is so apparentin many ways on this SL.
They are only original ONCE!

This beautifully presented California Titled 2 Owner Mercedes-Benz comes with the following documentation from NEW:

* Original Service Book Stamped from July 9, 1970 and serviced regularlyby Auto Stiegler Inc in Encino, CA

* Original Owner's Service and Warranty Policy Book

* Original Parts Catalogue and Mercedes Benz N.A. and Worldwide Service Directory

* Original Mercedes Benz Jacket for the Manuals

* Original Mercedes Benz Air Conditioning Owners Guide, Warranty and Reciept when it was Dealer installed.

* Original Factory Metal Warranty/Data Plate withOwnersname and Factory Engine and Body Numbers

* Original Mercedes Benz Tools and Roll in the Trunk

* The 1st California Registration Card issued June 13, 1970!! and DMV Cashiers Receipt

* Many other Factory Booklets and documents including some Service Invoices dating back to 1970

280SL Vin Number # 12017443

280SL Chassis Number # 11304412017443

280SL Engine Number # 13098312011381

The Engine Number is stamped on the block in the correct factory location proving that this in fact is the Original Engine the 280SL was built with.
VEHICLE IS LOCATED IN SUNNY DRY, PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA

As mentioned this SL has had one repaint since new (about 10 years ago) in single stage paint and in its correct Factory Color.
The Exterior Paint is in very nice condition with few if any flaws.
The door, hood and trunk jambs are still the Original Factory paint.This 280SL has absolutely perfect panel fitment and gaps throughout and has no evidence that it has ever experienced any body damage.
It is all Original sheet metal.
The factory rivets show along the edge of the inner fenders along hood area and the small factory indentations by the headlight bezels are clearly visible.
The rockers, quarters and floor pan and chassis are all rust free and solid as one would expect from a low mile, dry Original California car. There is hardly even a jack ding or crease on the floor pans.
It even has what appears to be the Original Factory installed Exhaust system!!
All the Exterior brightwork, chrome and emblems appears to be original to the car and are in very respectable condition.
The rear bumper has one small dent on the upper passenger side above the exhaust tailpipe and that is the only exterior fault we could find.
We wont get into the discussionon how that happened by our staff but will assist the new owner (if its an overseas buyer) in getting that replaced or repaired and replated.
The Alloy Wheels have Factory correct tires (185R14) and the spare tire along with Jack appear to be Original.
The glass is all in great condition and it still has it Original Factory Windshield.

The Interior is all Original to the car and is in very presentable condition given its age.
The Seats and Door Panels do not have any rips or tears which is remarkable after almost 50 years of existence but testify to the low mileage of this 280SL.
The carpet even appears Original to the car.
The wood trim along the inner edge of the windshield and the wood on the center console are all in great shape.
The dash pad above the steering column has a few small cracks which we are in the process of having repaired and restored.
The Dash Bezels and trim pieces all gleam like new.
The Dealer installed Mercedes Benz Fridiking Air Conditioning comes with its Original Bill of Sale and Warranty/Operating Book and information.
The AC blows cool but not cold.
The Factory Radio is not operating.
The Interior lights work along with the glove box light.
The horn, gauges, tach, speedo, signal lights all operate as they should.

Long appreciated for its timeless style and excellent driving dynamics, this Mercedes-Benz 280SL is both a valuable collector's car and a very satisfying one to drive.
Mercedes-Benz marketed this car as "the sum total of everything the Mercedes-Benz engineers have learned about high-performance sporting machinery."
Four decades later the 280SL represents the finest convertible ever made by Mercedes-Benz.
This Dry, Solid, Low Mile California 280SL drives out beautifully, starts with the first turn of the key, shifts and handles as it should, steers straight and has a quiet and smooth ride.
It is truly a remarkably preserved 280SL.
It is certain to be both a great investment and also a proud addition to anyones Classic Car collection.
VEHICLE IS LOCATED IN SUNNY DRY, PALM SPRINGS, CALIFORNIA

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