Lot details Registration No: FPN739C Chassis No: 11304222013585 Mot Expiry: Aug 2008
Successor to both the exotic racebred 300SL 'Gullwing' Coupe and its humbler 190SL sibling, the W113 series SL proved more comfortable than the former and faster than the latter (a point emphasised by Eugen Bohringer's 1963 Liege-Sofia-Liege rally victory). First of the line, the 230SL was introduced at the March 1963 Geneva Salon. Penned by Paul Bracq, its wonderfully crisp styling clothed a monocoque chassis equipped with all-round independent coil-sprung suspension and disc brakes. Powered by a 2308cc SOHC straight-six engine mated to four-speed manual transmission, the model was credited with 150bhp and 159lbft of torque. Reputedly capable of 124mph, it was praised by the contemporary motoring press for its performance, roadholding and refinement. Available in Californian Coupe, Convertible or Coupe Convertible guises, the last of these came with both a soft-top and the famous 'Pagoda' hardtop roof (so called because of its gently scalloped centre section).
Finished in Orient Red with cream upholstery, this particular example is described by the vendor as being in "good" condition with regard to its engine, four-speed automatic transmission, electrical equipment, chassis, bodywork, paintwork and wheels / tyres (while, he rates the interior trim as "average"). To so-called 'California Coupe' specification, it sports the trademark 'Pagoda' hardtop but no soft-top. Riding on steel wheels, this handsome Mercedes-Benz is offered for sale with MOT certificate valid until July 2008.
PLEASE NOTE: This vehicle comes with an MOT until August 2008 and not July as stated in the catalogue.
PLEASE NOTE: This vehicle is fitted with an automatic gearbox and not a manual one as stated in the catalogue.
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