1970 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class

280SL w/ HT Convertible

6 - Cyl.

Automatic

113.044-12-012309

Gasoline

1970 Mercedes-Benz 280SL > Reserve is always LOWER than the Buy it Now price, but don't miss out! < A low mileage 280SL in Show/Fine #2 condition w/ the desirable automatic transmission which can be manually shifted. A two-owner car originally from Florida; purchased by present owners in `82. Show quality color change to a striking Signal Red, complimented by the NEW, Black Leather interior w/ excellent Black soft, & a basically unused Black hardtop w/ hoist. Complete service records, books, manuals tools, jack & spare. Conscientiously maintained at any cost by present owners @ SL-TECH & Tom Masano Mercedes in Reading, PA. Always garaged & a sunny day driver only. ***A Silver Bow would look great on this SL for a Holiday Gift!*** RESTORATIVE WORK- A stock configuration 280 SL, the only deviation being the addition of retractable seat belts & a color change from the original blue. This is an extremely well-maintained example having gone through a 3+ year (2007-2010) comprehensive frame-up, photo documented restoration in excess of $23,000.00. This work included, but not limited to a thorough mechanical & cosmetic refurbishing as needed to the body, engine, suspension & interior by the renowned German Master Mechanic - Gernold G Nisius of SL-TECH of Arundel ME, sltechw113.com This effort has produced a thoroughly “sorted out” (in Gernold’s own words), no problem Mercedes in excellent mechanical & cosmetic condition w/ all areas being addressed as necessary in the restoration utilizing all original Mercedes replacement parts to insure that the vehicle is as new & safe. 61 Photos of work @ SL-TECH can be seen by clicking on link below:http://www.flickr.com/photos/25478282@N07/sets/72157628005350591/ Gernold specializes in the W113 chassis & his shop was featured in Hemmings SPORTS & EXOTICS Feb, 2011 issue. The same publication featured the Marque in their Oct.`11 issue stating: “The 280SL…were sports cars that did everything well, if not better and nothing poorly. Was there ever any car in the world that could match its brilliant combination of speed, handling, comfort, style and safety? Their balance made them popular in their day among those who could afford them and the recent rediscovery by collectors of their enduring charms has sent values rocketing upwards.” and: “But the Pagodas really do have it all. Little wonder so many enthusiasts consider them the best of the vintage Mercedes to own and drive-and why they’re becoming less affordable every day. The 280 is the most valuable thanks to its higher output…” and: Hemmings says - What to Pay 1970 Mercedes-Benz 280SL Low $20,000 Average $40,000 High $75,000 Our BIN price & Reserve is below the AVERAGE value above & will be reasonably adjusted as necessary to generate a sale. Owner has all receipts w/ itemized list of services completed, some of which will be expounded upon below. Invoice paperwork & resto pics on website link below: Click on link below for Many More pics of undercarriage, invoices etc. @: http://classicgray.com/sys/display.cgi?detail=206 ~ CONDITION ~ EXTERIOR- Very Good/Show Quality respray in 1992 encompassing inside all areas i.e. door sills, jambs, dash, wheel covers & under hood & trunk. All trim, badges etc, bumpers & windshield were removed & car taken down to bare metal. Smooth, straight panels; a magnet stuck solidly everywhere. All trim & brightwork as new. Glass & weather-stripping excellent w/ correct date-code replacement windshield. All glass reset, doors realigned. Both hard & soft tops are in excellent condition. Slight curb rash on RR wheel's trim ring. INTERIOR- New, correct Mercedes-Benz LEATHER fitted to rebuilt seats. Dash wood refurbished. All gauges cleaned & checked & repaired as necessary & in good working order incl. the clock, although power antennae is not working. Door panels, mats & carpeting in Fine condition. Retractable seat belts added for safety. UNDERCARRIAGE/ENGINE- Clean, showing minor use, no rust or damage. New/Refurbished front sub-frame assembly & all bushings, seals, shocks, brakes, fuel lines as delineated in invoices. Engine area clean & free of any drips or leaks but not totally show detailed, just very clean. Complete mechanical service – new exhaust, tires (PHOENIX, Correct European Firestones) hoses, belts, seals, gaskets clamps, major tune-up, timing, new or repaired switches as needed. All floor pans solid & rust-free. MECHANICAL/ROAD TEST- Starts easily w/smooth idle. Transmission shifts nicely & steering is very exact showing no play, shimmy or vibration. Brakes are excellent. Vehicle has absolutely no chassis/suspension noise - i. e. squeaks, rattles, nothing whatsoever. All you hear is wind rustling & the strong engine. In speaking w/ Gernold of SL-TECH, he proudly stated that the thorough chassis restoration & the absolute zero-play & quietness were hallmarks of his work. SUMMARY Ø A 2 adult owner, solid, rust-free original car completely sorted out by SL-TECH w/ over 30 years Mercedes Dealership Service that needs nothing but a new driver. Ø Owner has all receipts w/ itemized list of services completed & photo documentation. Ø How many cars on ebay have so much documentation, pictures (especially undercarriage), videos & can tell you who did the “restoration”? Ø Beautiful Red & Black color combo. Ø Many say that the 280SL was the last true "sports" SL & the fuel injected cars are more reliable. Perhaps not as voluptuously styled or powerful as the 190 or 300, it was well-balanced and appeared slightly delicate w/ its more timeless & contemporary linear styling. Affordability & a more appreciative audience have increased its fan base & therefore Pagodas have achieved a collectibility status & their investment value is increasing daily. Keith Martin's Sports Car Market has this to say in their December 2011 issue about a $68K sale: “When properly cared for, these Teutonic, two-seaters will last forever. They were expensive, well-built and beautifully engineered cars when new. Collectors are starting to notice these cars; while $100,000 280SLs were pipe dreams just a few years ago, this is no longer the case, as buyers are realizing how rewarding and classic these SLs are.” Check out my other items! ATTN: Carefully read ALL my Terms & Conditions & Seller's Payment Instructions below. By bidding on this item you are entering into a contract to purchase the item & have agreed to adhere to the Terms, Conditions & Instructions set forth. A 10% deposit must be paid within 3 days of Auction’s end to hold item/vehicle & is nonrefundable at seller’s discretion should buyer renege on contract. FULL Payment required within 7 days of Auction close. > PLEASE READ REGARDING PAYMENT < Aside from deposit to Classic Gray, final payment is to be made to: Tom Masano Mercedes. Vehicle is owned w/ clear PA Title by its present owners & they wish to use the proceeds from the sale of this 280SL towards the purchase of a new Mercedes. I am listing the car for the owners on behalf on Tom Masano Mercedes. In order for the vehicle to ostensibly be used as a trade-in on the new Mercedes, the funds from the sale of the 280SL must be paid to the dealership so that the owners may receive their credit allowance on the Trade-In. This is actually advantageous for the buyer as the dealership can assist w/ all paperwork regarding the sale & afford a very accessible location for PU &/or shipping. If you are sincerely interested in the item, PLEASE e-mail me EARLY with your interest & questions, & certainly bid on the item. If an outside offer is received before the auction’s end, I will make every attempt to notify all serious ebay bidders. Classic Gray is not the owner of this item/vehicle, but a Seller acting on behalf of the Owner to facilitate the sale of the item/vehicle until such time as a sale is completed. Owner represents that all of Owner’s statements and claims with respect to item/vehicle are true and correct to the best of the Owner’s knowledge and belief and Owner has not withheld from disclosure any known or unknown material problems, flaws or discrepancies with regard to the item/vehicle. It is the buyer’s responsibility to carefully read ALL the text & examine ALL the pics & ask questions regarding condition. What I may have inadvertently overlooked & not described in the description, may be present in a photograph. If you have any hesitancy about purchasing on ebay w/o viewing the item/vehicle in person, please inquire about the availability & guidelines for such. All items/vehicles are SOLD in “AS IS CONDITION” & no warranties are expressed or implied. All vehicles have performed as described on a limited test drive if applicable. Please remember that these vehicles may be of Classic or Antique vintage; the vehicles & various parts may be at least 15 years old & do have an attrition rate. If you plan to drive the vehicle for an extended trip or at Interstate speeds, please arrange for a thorough safety/mechanical inspection by a competent mechanic & always change or inspect thoroughly all tires, belts, hoses & fluids before doing so. The buyer is responsible for removal/towing of the vehicle from Owner’s premises & valid Insurance at time of pick up. If vehicle isn't or can't be picked up within 30 days of auction’s end, we'll need to talk. Seller's Payment Instructions: I will accept any certifiable means of payment. Bank Wire Transfer - Preferred Method. PayPal for maximum allowed $2000.00 Deposit. Balance (if needed) of 10% deposit must be paid via other accepted means in time specified. *Cashier's Check etc. must be mailed to Owner or Seller at least 5 days before P/U, or if bringing check in person, mail a copy 5 business days before arrival so that funds may be verified. Cash & personal checks will be accepted with prior agreement. Any form of payment must clear before release of item/vehicle. Original title will be released to buyer upon verification of funds. If a 3rd. party is picking up/delivering vehicle, the title will be sent to buyer upon confirmation of receipt of vehicle. *A deposited, in-state Cashier’s Check normally takes 5-7 banking days before funds are available. Out-of-state/country & personal checks can take10 -15 banking days to clear. Thanks for Looking! Classic Gray Each vehicle I list is thoroughly examined & test driven where applicable as if I were the buyer. It is given an honest & accurate appraisal so that you may acquire with confidence! Member: Pennsylvania Antiques Appraisers’ Association ~We use & recommend ROAD SCHOLAR TRANSPORT~