1969 Mercedes-Benz 280SL

This 1969 Mercedes-Benz 280SL is a matching numbers example finished in Off White over a blue MB Tex vinyl interior that is in overall great condition. The Pagoda has its original dark blue softop and the rarely seen third auxiliary sideways-facing seat. The 280SL presents in overall great condition and is a California Black plate, documented roadster that is ready for regular driving and continued enjoyment. The current owner and her late husband purchased the 280SL brand new from Mercedes-Benz of Hollywood, California on 23 December 1968. The Pagodahas remained with them in Southern California ever since. The Pagoda has been serviced through its lifetime bymultiple marque specialists including an engine and transmission rebuild in 2013. This is a beautiful Pagoda that has been well preserved, wears California Black plates and is ready for its next steward. The exterior is finished in Off White (DB717) and was repainted in 2012, presenting in overall great condition. The chrome trim is in great condition throughout, and the blue folding convertible soft top is in great condition with the vinyl in good condition. The 280SL wears whitewall radial tires with blue wheel covers. The headlights, taillights, turn signals, side lights, and reverse lights are all functioning. Inside, the Pagoda is trimmed in blue vinyl adjustable bucket seats that are in overall great condition, paired with blue carpet in overall great condition. The cabin includes the dash-mounted clock, lockable glove compartment with interior light, door-mounted map pockets and armrests, and the rarely seen third auxiliary sideways-facing seat. The wood trim on the dash is in fair condition and the steering wheel has two cracks with the center material peeling. The speedometer, fuel gauge, amperage gauge, oil pressure gauge, engine temperature gauge, and tachometer are all functioning. The odometer does not function. The horn, windshield wipers radio and door locks operate. Power is provided by the numbers-matching 2.8-liter M130 inline-six, engine 130.983.12.003578, factory rated at 170 horsepower with fuel injection, paired with a four-speed automatic transmission, power steering, and four-wheel power disc brakes. The Pagoda was serviced in July 2026. The most extensive mechanical work was completed by Camino Import Auto Service between 2010 and 2013, totaling nearly $12,000. In late 2010, the cylinder head was removed to correct coolant intrusion into cylinders 2 and 6, and was sublet for welding, resurfacing, a full valve job with new valves, guides, springs, seats, and seals, and pressure testing, with the fuel filter and spark plugs also replaced at that time. In April 2012, the engine and transmission were removed for a full bottom-end rebuild, including new main and rod bearings, renewed front and rear crankshaft seals, resealed oil pan and injection pump covers, and a replaced transmission cooler line; the upper oil cooler hose was replaced later that year. This 280SL is mech