For Sale: 1971 Mercedes-Benz 280SL in Houston, Texas for sale in Houston, TX

Vehicle Description Thank you for your interest in this exquisitely restored 280SL This particular Mercedes-Benz is Selling Now, exclusively through the Spring Motoring Collection Sale, hosted by Bring-a-Trailer.
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//bringatrailer.
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113044-10-019498 Engine No.
130983-12-014931 (Matching Numbers) Transmission No.
113270 08 01 009816 (Matching Numbers) Body / Construction No.
06593 o Extraordinarily Restored Final-Year Model o Performed by Noted Pagoda Restorer Tony LaBella o Complete Numbers-Matching Engine, Transmission, and Paint Color per Mercedes-Benz DataCard o Accompanied by Mercedes-Benz DataCard o Final Production Year with Only 830 Examples Produced for 1971 o (x4) 9/1969 Date Coded Wheels, Spare is dated 10/1970 o Shod in 185/75R14 Hankook 3/4 Whitewall Tires o 6(593) Corresponding Body Number Stampings found on the Bonnet, Top Lid, Hardtop, Transmission Support cover.
o Notable spot welds visible across the bonnet and boot lids, both front fenders, front nose, engine bay, doors and inner supports, cabin, trunk floor, front and rear lower sills.
Front fender notches present.
o 59,830 Recorded miles o Equipped with Air Conditioning o Includes spare keys, spare tire and cover - with corresponding jack, wheel chock, tire iron and tool kit, hard top stand, strap and cover, Mercedes-Benz Spare Parts Book, period Hartmann case, Mercedes-Benz Classic leather travel bag, Mercedes-Benz Classic leather driving gloves, indoor and outdoor car covers o Engine compression reads:
170, 170, 150, 160, 160, 160 psi.
o Well suited for continued driven enjoyment and concours display The W113 series continued Mercedes-Benz's tradition of the sporty open convertible, while considerably more refined and luxuriously equipped than its predecessors.
Nimble and practical with delicate balanced styling, today its popularity as a very usable classic.
019498 displays bright and glossy Silver Grey (180) body paint, with matching Silver Grey (180) Hardtop over Red Leather upholstery and red square-weave carpeting.
A charming grey soft top offers an additional motoring configuration.
The interior features Becker Europa radio, air conditioning, rear window defrost, Kangol seat belts, and excellent woodwork - including a beautifully crafted bespoke cupholder.
The upholstery displays exceptional fit and finish, as presented throughout the vehicle, including the headliner.
All lights, gauges/instruments and electrical components remain in proper working order, including the air conditioning.
Top wrenches and case reside in the glove box.
Upfront, the engine bay is fitted with correct patterned firewall pad, equipment, hose clamps, hardware, finishes and Mercedes-Benz battery.
A 2021 inspection and scheduled service ensures continued excellent drivability.
The undercarriage reflects that of the topside, with continuing cadmium plating's, matching paintwork, tidy upkeep and proper equipment as delivered.
The luggage compartment contains correct grey rubber mats, spare tire and cover with corresponding jack, chock, tire iron and tool kit.
A leather luggage strap mounts to the factory points.
A period Hartmann case and new Mercedes-Benz Classic leather travel bag completes the excursion attire, as well as a pair of new Mercedes-Benz Classic leather driving gloves.
Both indoor and outdoor car covers accompany.
Its modern drivability and unmatched performance would indulge any classic car enthusiast.
Open air or comfortable coupe-esque touring, Mercedes-Benz's SL roadster have long been known to provide years of reliable motoring, and this late and fully equipped SL is just the candidate for continued enjoyment or concours display.
Mercedes-Bens DataCard Translation:
Chassis No.
113044-10-022023 Engine No.
130983-12-014931 Exterior Color Code:
180 - Silver Grey / 180 - Silver Grey Interior Color Code:
131 - Black MBTex Option Codes:
401 Single Seats 416 Hardtop Mounted 426 Power Steering 440 Bumper Guards 461 Instruments in English 491 USA Version 503 Side View Mirror, left 524 Paint Coat Preservation 595 Heat Insulated Glass 641 White Wall Tires 669 Mode of Packing VE I 249 Heated Rear Pane 740 Soft-Top Fabric, Black The above vehicle information is accurate to the best of our knowledge at the time it is posted to this website.
It is provided 'as-is', without warranties as to its accuracy, whether expressed or implied, and is intended for informational purposes only.
Corrections or additional information is always appreciated.
All advertised prices exclude government fees and taxes, any finance charges, any dealer document preparation charge, and shipping expenses.
Vehicles are subject to prior sale.
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  • Year: 1971
  • Make: Mercedes-Benz
  • Model: 280SL

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