1965 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class

Convertible

Straight Six

Automatic

11304212011789

Clear

Gasoline

Offering this nice solid 1965 Mercedes-Benz 230 SL Roadster. It was built right around July 1st, 1965. It is a soft top roadster with no hard top. This 230 SL is really all there..complete and ready to be a fun driver with a little bit of effort... It is not yet ready for touring and not a show car but is complete with an engine that turns well and is ready to be rehabbed for road use. To make it really nice, the car will require a total restoration. However, it would make a nice average driver with minor mechanical and cosmetic rehab. The exterior is solid and rust free with an average paint job. The chrome and trim are original. Accessory fog lights have been added to the front bumper. The body panels are solid and rust free. The gaps and panel fit are about exactly as they were from the factory. The hood fit is very poor, lines up well when closed but needs to be closed with care and effort or it will chip the edges as the hinges and springs are out of alignment. You can see lots of chips around the edge from previous careless attempts. The hub caps are missing. The glass is all original and good with no cracks or damage. The picture with the car in the garage with dust on it is the 'as found' picture. I've cleaned it but done little else to the car.... It has a soft top only which appears new. There is no hard top to the car. The interior is very nice. The seats are MB Tex and were correctly restored at some point. They show about no wear. The carpeting is also very nice. The dash and instruments are original. It has original wood and a clean dash. There is an aftermarket radio in the car. The trim around the dash shows dirt and pitting. The door panels and seats are excellent. The sill plates are original and need to be replaced. The door jambs are clean, solid and rust free. A dash starter switch has been installed bypassing the ignition switch. The engine bay appears original, however the engine, while a correct 230 motor, I am told is not original to this car. It turns freely and runs but I have not started it. The engine has not been detailed. It has no leaks. It appears to have all the correct original components. The convertible top is new. The trunk and floors are solid and rust free. There are several parts in the trunk which appear to go to this type of car. They are included in the sale. I did not find books or manuals. The underside is rust free. It is original. I've attached pictures and have plenty more for interested parties. The exhaust appears to be good. The frame is original with no damage, rust or repair anywhere. In summary, this is a good and very solid start for a total restoration that is complete and needing only the hubcaps as far as I can tell. To make it a reliable driver, it will need fuel, brakes and suspension to be thoroughly checked and repaired as needed. Please do not bid on this car thinking you can fluff it for an auction, it is a barn find in every sense of the word. I've been asked by several if the spot welds along the fenders are good and not rusty. They are good. I tried to post the picture but am at the limit for ebay. They are absolutely solid and original. The other question I have been asked is if there is rust around the headlights. They are also solid and have never been repaired. The is no rust of any sort and no rust repair apparent anywhere in those spots. I have many more pictures for interested parties. The car is located in a suburb of Pittsburgh and can be inspected throughout the duration of this auction. I can be reached at 860-883-3998 with any questions. Thanks and good luck.