1969 Mercedes-Benz S-Class

280/8 SL

8 - Cyl.

Automatic

11304412009040

Clear

Gasoline

MERCEDES BENZ 280/8 SL PAGODA TOP WHITE WITH BLACK RAG TOP. RAG TOP REPLACED CAR IN VERY GOOD TO GREAT CONDITION ONE OWNER CAR MUST SEE STORED IN ATTACHED GARAGE. LEATHER INTERIOR Mercedes-Benz SL-ClassFrom Wikipedia, the free encyclopediaMercedes-Benz SL-ClassManufacturerMercedes-BenzProduction1954–presentAssemblyBremen, Germany Santiago Tianguistenco, MexicoClassLuxury grand tourerBody style2-door grand tourerLayoutFR layoutThe Mercedes-Benz SL is a grand tourer manufactured by Mercedes since 1954. The designation SL derives from the German Sport Leicht, or Sport Lightweight — and was first applied to the 300SL 'Gullwing' named also after its gullwing or upward-opening doors.The term SL-Class refers to the marketing variations of the vehicle, including the numerous engine configurations spanning five design generations.Contents [hide] 1 1954 to 19632 1963 to 19713 1972 to 19894 1989 to 20024.1 AMG5 2003 to 20115.1 2003-20085.2 20055.3 2008 to 2011(facelift)6 2012-7 In popular culture8 Notable drivers9 Awards10 Sales11 References12 External links[edit]1954 to 1963Main articles: Mercedes-Benz 300SL and Mercedes-Benz 190SLFirst generationProduction1954–1963PlatformMercedes-Benz W121 BII (190SL) Mercedes-Benz W198 (300SL)Engine1.9L M121 I4 3.0L M198 I6Transmission4-speed manualWheelbase2,400 mm (94.5 in)Length4,520 mm (178.0 in)Width1,790 mm (70.5 in)Height1,300 mm (51.2 in)The 300SL roadster succeeded the Gullwing in 1957. The 4-cylinder 190SL was more widely produced with 25,881 units, starting in 1955. Cars of the open SL-Class were available as a coupe with a removable hardtop or as a roadster withconvertible soft top or with both tops. Production for the 190SL and 300SL ended in 1963.300SL ("Gullwing"): 1954–1957, 3.0L I6, 215 hp (160 kW)300SL (Roadster): 1957–1963 3.0L I6, 225 hp (168 kW)190SL: 1955–1963, 1.9L I4, 105 hp (78 kW)[edit] 1963 to 1971Main article: Mercedes-Benz W113Second generationProduction1963–1971PlatformMercedes-Benz W113Engine2.3L M127.II I6 2.5L M129.II I6 2.8L M130 I6Transmission4-speed automatic 4-speed manual 5-speed manualLength4,285 mm (168.7 in)Width1,760 mm (69.3 in)Height1,305 mm (51.4 in)Next came the SL-Class 230SL, a new design with a 2.3L mechanically fuel injected six cylinder engine. It featured a low waistline and big curved greenhouse windows, and a Coupe Roadster with detachable hardtop, whose distinctive roofline earned the nickname "pagoda top." The design was by Paul Bracq. Around 1967, the engine received a displacement increase and the model became known as the 250SL. Within a year the engine displacement was increased for the final time and the model designation became 280SL. Beginning with later versions of the 250SL changes were made to dashboard padding, switches and knobs, door pockets (U.S. models only) and steering wheel. In addition, the on the 280SL formerly separate center hub caps and wheel trim rings became full wheelcovers.230SL: 1963–1967, 2.3L I6, 150 hp (112 kW)250SL: 1966–1968, 2.5L I6, 150 hp (112 kW)280SL: 1967–1971, 2.8L I6, 170 hp (127 kW)[edit]