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Mercedes 280 Sl on 2040-cars

Year:1969 Mileage:98094 Color: Maroon /
 Saddle
Location:

Lake Bluff, Illinois, United States

Lake Bluff, Illinois, United States
Transmission:4 Speed Manual
Engine:Gas
Vehicle Title:Clear
For Sale By:Dealer
Year: 1969
Interior Color: Saddle
Make: Mercedes-Benz
Number of Cylinders: 6 cylinder
Model: SL-Class
Trim: 280 SL
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Drive Type: Rear wheel drive
Options: Leather Seats, Convertible
Mileage: 98,094
Exterior Color: Maroon
Condition: Used: A vehicle is considered used if it has been registered and issued a title. Used vehicles have had at least one previous owner. The condition of the exterior, interior and engine can vary depending on the vehicle's history. See the seller's listing for full details and description of any imperfections. ... 

The 280 SL was introduced in December 1967 and continued in production through 23 February 1971, when the W 113 was replaced by its successor, the entirely new and substantially heavier R107 350 SL. Over the years, the W 113 evolved from a sports car into a comfortable grand tourer, and US models were by then usually equipped with the 4-speed automatic transmission and air conditioning. Manual transmission models came with the standard 4-speed or the optional ZF 5-speed, which was ordered only 882 times and thus is a highly sought-after original option today. In Europe, manual transmissions without air conditioning were still the predominant choice. Of the 23,885 280 SLs produced, more than half were sold in the US.

This is the nicest example we have seen in a long time. It has been with a single owner for the past 22 years having come from another family member before that. The car has a tan convertible top and the matching color hardtop. It also has a rare rear third seat option just what is needed for a young passenger who would enjoy the ride. The car has been well maintained and still has a functional original Becker Europa radio and tool kit! The body is in excellent condition with only minor nicks from normal use. The carpets appear to be original and show some wear. There is some scuffing on the drivers side of the convertible top from folding. You won't find a nicer Mercedes 280SL for the asking price anywhere. Northshore Sportscars offers a handpicked selection of classic British and European Sports cars for sale including Alfa Romeo, Austin Healey, Jaguar, MG, Mercedes, Morgan, Lotus, Triumph, and Porsche for all budgets. Our cars are well suited to first time buyers and sophisticated collectors alike who appreciate quality. We enjoy educating our visitors on the finer aspects of different marques and what ownership will be like. You can view these quality vehicles at our spacious indoor showroom located in Lake Bluff, Illinois right now! Please or call us at 847-247-0447 and we would be happy to assist you. SEE US ON FACEBOOK!

THIS VEHICLE IS BEING SOLD AS IS WITH NO WARRANTIES WRITTEN OR IMPLIED ACCOMPANYING THE SALE. THE PURCHASER MAYBE RESPONSIBLE FOR SALES TAX AND IS RESPONSIBLE FOR TRANSPORT TO HIS/HER LOCATION. MILEAGE STATED IS THAT SHOWING AND NOT CLAIMED AS ORIGINAL. WE RESERVE THE RIGHT TO END THE AUCTION EARLY WITHOUT PRIOR NOTICE. 





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