Description

This 1969 Mercedes-Benz 280SL is equipped with a 4-speed manual transmission and was sold new in San Diego, California. Finished in Silver Gray over a black interior, the car reportedly remained with its first owner for 30 years. The seller acquired this example from its third owner in November 2017, and the 2.8-liter inline-six was replaced in 1999 by Metric Motors of Canoga Park, California. The most recent maintenance was performed earlier this year and included a front end lube, alignment, and cooling system service. The seller moved to Italy in 2022, taking the car with him. The W113 is now being offered with a matching Pagota hardtop and Italian registration.

The seller notes a repaint in the original Silver Gray (180G) at some point, with the current finish showing a high gloss. Minor paint bubbling is noted under the rear bumper, and modifications to the exterior include a set of Euro headlights. The 14″ wheels wear hubcaps Michelin MXV tires on all four corners.

Close-up photos of the the black convertible top and body-color Pagota hardtop can be found in the gallery below. Minor surface rust is reported on the trunk floor and in the wells behind the front seats.

The interior is said to remain in stock specification, and the seats were reupholstered under previous ownership. All gauges and electrics are said to function, including the motorized antenna and Becker radio. The speedometer cap has fallen off and the air conditioning has been deleted.

The injected 2.8-liter inline-six was reportedly replaced in 1999 by Metric Motors in Canoga Park, California. The engine is backed by a 4-speed manual gearbox, and the correct diamond pattern firewall pad is present. Around five months ago, an alignment, front end lube service, and cooling system service were performed.

Several gallery photos detail the condition of drivetrain, floors, rockers, wheel wells, and suspension.