MERCEDES-BENZ 280SL/8

The Mercedes-Benz W113 ‘Pagoda’ is considered as one of the most popular and stylish Classic Mercedes-Benz models ever produced.

The example we have on offer today has been both refurbished and maintained here at John Haynes in Sussex and presents with the utmost quality throughout.

First registered to the UK in 1968 this 280SL/8 comes as right-hand drive with 4 speed automatic transmission, the most popular and desirable specification across the Pagoda range.

Finished in 571 Red Metallic over a recently re-trimmed period correct Cream Leather, the vehicle has a black soft top and matching body colour hard top, both of which are in first class condition.

The vehicle has had just 4 former keepers since new, we have had the pleasure of looking after this Pagoda for the last 2 owners since 2008, since in our care we carried out significant works both mechanically and cosmetically as well as maintaining the vehicle to the very highest of exacting standards, this is reflected in how beautifully the 280SL/8 presents and drives today.

The history file is testament to its condition too, there are invoices totalling expenditure of over £200,000 all through John Haynes Bodyshop and Workshop as well as a supporting photo album showcasing some of the vehicle’s refurbishment works.

The 280SL/8 has just gone through our workshops once more to prepare it perfectly for sale, again this recent works has been all documented into the impressive history file, ensuring the Pagoda wants for nothing and is 100% ready to go.

Presented in one of the most wonderful colour combinations suited to a Pagoda, we believe this example strikes the perfect balance of a totally useable vehicle whilst looking incredibly sharp, it would stand up against any freshly and correctly restored Pagoda such is its condition throughout, having decades of experience with these models, this arguably has to be the best value 280SL/8 Pagoda available anywhere in the UK today.

Any perspective enthusiast or collector seeking to acquire a Pagoda for enjoyment whilst being a sensible investment would not be disappointed, viewing, road-testing and any inspection is highly recommended.