1965 Mercedes Benz 230SL Convertible. Stunning colors, Great driver, Must see!

For sale: 1965 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class 230SL SL 250SL, 280SL

Technical specifications

Item location:
Cornelius, North Carolina, United States
Make:
Mercedes-Benz
Model:
SL-Class
SubModel:
230SL SL 250SL, 280SL
Type:
Convertible
Trim:
2-door convertible
Year:
1965
Mileage:
82,186
VIN:
11304210010114
Color:
Blue
Engine size:
2.3L
Number of cylinders:
6
Fuel:
Gasoline
Transmission:
Manual
Drive type:
RWD
Interior color:
Dark Blue
Options:
Convertible
Vehicle Title:
Clear
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Description

Email: marc@motorcartrader.com Phone: 980.216.8550

1965 Mercedes Benz 230SL Convertible .

The Mercedes Benz 230SL was first introduced at the 1963 Geneva Motor Show. Daimler-Benz launched a new sports car to replace the two outgoing roadsters: the legendary 300SL and the popular 190SL. While stylistically similar, their respective design concepts were vastly different, so it proved to be quite a challenge to create a new common denominator. The new SL was a synthesis of the two previous models which set new standards in driving dynamics and safety. The new SL, known internally as series W113 was the first sports car ever with a rigid passenger safety cell along with front and rear crumple zones. The body design was characterized by its removable, concave shaped hardtop, which also gave it the nickname “Pagoda”

Motorcartrader.com is thrilled to offer this stunning 1965 Mercedes 230SL Convertible. We purchased this great car from a gentleman who owned this car for about 20 years. As we understand, he was the third owner of this Pagoda. Overall, a very nice driver to be enjoyed. Some highlights on this great car:

  • Excellent Running and driving Mercedes 230SL. A truly, wonderful sports car to drive. The clutch feels great, brakes stop well and the transmission is very smooth.
  • Brand new major shift linkage kit installed.
  • Brand new Michelin tires
  • Brand new heater fan and motor.
  • Great compression (warm) of 140 to 150 across all 6 cylinders.
  • All matching numbers as confirmed by the Mercedes Benz Factory Data Card with original engine.
  • Newer interior (MB Tex) and carpet installed.
  • Steering wheel recently restored restored.
  • Brand new Retro radio installed with “Becker” look but better functionality.
  • Brand new black German Canvas top
  • Solid and rust free underside with original floors.
  • Brand new trunk mat.
  • Owner’s Manual and Shop manual included.
  • Brand new tail light lenses.
  • Everything works as it should including lights, lights on dash and behind heater controls.
  • A solid and straight body with no signs of poor body work.
  • Recently serviced with fluids checked and changed including the rear end service (side boot replaced).
  • Paint recently buffed and polished.
  • Originally Light Blue with Dark blue interior.
  • As we understand, this car spent most of its life in the Carolinas.

    This is an excellent higher end, driver quality car. It is not a “trailer queen, but it needs nothing to be driven and enjoyed. These Mercedes 230SLs are excellent investments, as they have been appreciating. The Mercedes 280SL has very much taken off in value after being undervalued for so long. These Mercedes 230SLs are great cars and still available for reasonable prices as this one is and are certain to appreciate as the 280SLs have.

    Hagerty Value Guides has the current value of a 1968 Mercedes Benz 280SL:

  • Condition# 1 (Concours): $137,000
  • Condition #2 (Excellent): $74,400
  • Condition#3 (Good): $57,500
  • Condition#4(Fair): $42,200
  • * Add $4,500 for hardtop. Add 10% for 4-speed.

  • Hagerty Vehicle Valuation Report with Current and Historical Values:

    This automobile is available for inspection in Cornelius, NC (Near Charlotte, NC) and by appointment only. All cars sold “AS IS” with no warranty stated or implied with all faults and imperfections. No allowance will be given for any of the cars imperfections. Please read all terms as listed below, so you as a potential buyer understand the sale terms. International Buyers Welcome. We spend a lot of time on our presentation, research, driving, repairs, and finding great cars to offer, so please only serious interest in this great vehicle. If you have any questions please email us or call at:

    marc@motorcartrader.com
    or contact me or text: 980.216.8550

    About Us:MotorCarTrader.com, LLC: At MotorCarTrader.com, LLC our sole focus is to buy and sell high quality Classic Sports Cars that can be driven and enjoyed. Our cars offered for sale have great ownership history and/or have been restored well. What separates MotorCarTrader.com is that we have a small inventory and take a lot of time to make these cars right to drive and enjoy. Furthermore, our cars represent an excellent value for work that has been done and overall condition, and are sold for investment prices where they will appreciate. We are not brokers and are very selective about what we buy to offer for sale.Thanks for looking at our great cars for sale and if you have any questions please let us know.

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  • This car is available for sale locally as well, so we reserve the right to cancel the auction if the car is sold.
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