![]() | ![]() | | | | GORGEOUS 4-OWNER EXAMPLE LIVING THE MAJORITY OF LIFE IN SUNNY SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA! IMPECCABLE SERVICE RECORDS FROM 1973, AND LOADED WITH OPTIONS THAT INCLUDE AIR CONDITIONING, ORIGINAL HARDTOP, & POWER STEERING! SUPERB INVESTMENT GRADE EXAMPLE! | | | SPECIFICATIONS | | Year | 1970 | | Make | Mercedes-Benz | | Model | 280SL Roadster | | VIN | 11304412015542 | | Mileage | Exempt | | Engine | 2.8L | | Cylinders | Inline 6 | | Transmission | 4-speed Automatic | | Title | Clear | | Color | Signal Red | | Interior Color | Parchment | | | | | DESCRIPTION | | As the collector car market goes up and down, some special vehicles prove that a down economy just doesn’t apply to them the same as others. The Mercedes Benz 280SL roadster, or Pagoda, is definitely one of those vehicles. It has been on a soaring price increase over the last 5 years that is truly remarkable! And for good reason! When one looks at infamous Mercedes autos of the past, such as the SSK, 500K, 300SL Gullwing and roadster, you can easily find beautiful cars from each decade that has become a multi 6-figure investment. This is why many investors who have missed their opportunity have turned their attention to the 1970’s generation of Mercedes SL’s! These stunning cars offer superb design, increased driver refinements, and better performance to their owners making them not just excellent investment choices to hang on to, but wonderful cars to drive on today’s roads! The St. Louis Car Museum is very excited to offer this 1970 Mercedes Benz 280SL Pagoda roadster finished in its original code correct Signal Red (568 H) over Parchment MB Tex interior and new black soft top! This car is simply gorgeous! Having only 4 estimated owners from new, it was preserved the way you only dream all cars could be! It began life in Northern California and made its way to Southern California by 1973. It was purchased by its second owner in May of that year and stayed in their care for the next 28 years! Moreover, this particular car was serviced by only Independent Mercedes Benz service centers the entire time! This includes all C, D, & E services that are fully documented in receipts that will be included. This vehicle has never been involved in an accident, and was professionally restored in 2001. The exterior paint, complete interior upholstery, carpet, dash & console wood were refinished, exterior chrome was re-plated, exterior emblems & mirror replaced for new, and all weather stripping window felts replaced. From the correct front fender guide marks to the near perfect pan in the trunk, it all shows as a testament to the impeccable care this vehicle has received over the years! Options include USA version VDO gauges, 4-speed floor shifted automatic transmission, Frigiking air conditioning, Becker Europa II AM/FM Stereo radio, matching hardtop with garnish moldings, outside rear view mirror, and power steering! This car will come with service history back to 1973 with records showing yearly fluid flushes, chassis lubrication, new king pins, brakes, tires, fuel filters, air filters, repacked wheel bearings, spark plugs and points, accessory belts, and more! The head was rebuilt with reconditioned valves, all new exhaust & intake valve guides with seals at 93,706 miles. Compression across all cylinder measures 150-155 psi. Newer BF Goodrich 1” whitewall tires have approximately 1,000 miles on them, and a brand new correct, complete Mercedes Benz exhaust system was installed in 2009. Chances to purchase cars surviving in this condition are growing extremely difficult! This car may not be perfect, but we feel it is very close! It will also come with a folding hardtop rack, hardtop storage cover, original Mercedes Benz tools in cloth bag, original rubber trunk mat, and owner’s manual & books! Act quickly; the world market is definitely waiting for these opportunities as well! Please call with any questions!
IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR POTENTIAL BUYERS:
In an effort to protect the eBay user information and to help ensure the authenticity of correspondence between St. Louis Car Museum and its bidders, eBay’s new listing format does NOT display any bidder information. Nevertheless, we STRONGLY encourage bidders to contact us directly to answer questions or to verify correspondence. All of our vehicles are advertised locally and nationally using a variety of formats and often sell before the end of eBay listings. To secure a vehicle, please contact us.
Email: info@stlouiscarmuseum.com
Phone: 1-800-957-5707 or 314-993-7104
Financing Is Available--Trades Are Accepted!
Please call 1-800-957-5707 or 314-993-7104 with any questions or to discuss financing or transportation arrangements.
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| | TERMS OF SALE |
1. Please be advised that by placing a bid you are entering into a legally binding contract and are committed to purchasing the vehicle described above. The details of this commitment are further outlined in the eBay User Agreement.
2. Bidders with no feedback, negative feedback, or with bid retractions must contact St. Louis Car Museum staff directly in order to make purchase arrangements as all such bids may be subject to cancellation or rejection.
3. St. Louis Car Museum reserves the right to end its auctions early or to cancel bids solely at its discretion and shall not be held liable for any such cancellation or closure.
4. Winning bidders are required to contact St. Louis Car Museum within 24 hours of the auction's closing to secure the vehicle and to finalize the details of the transaction.
5. A $2,000 non-refundable deposit is required within 48 hours of auction's close to secure the vehicle and remove it from the market. Forms of acceptable payment for deposit are: credit card, bank wire transfer, cashiers check, and money order.
6. In the event that winning bidders are unable, either to contact St. Louis Car Museum, or to provide for deposit within established time frames, vehicles may be made available to other buyers on a first come, first serve basis.
7. St. Louis Car Museum has represented this vehicle to the best of its ability. Prospective bidders should nevertheless, feel free to contact us directly to provide information, respond to uncertainties, or answer any questions.
8. It is important to bear in mind that a vehicle is "New" only once and that all pre-owned vehicles, regardless of age, mileage, or manufacturer are subject to cosmetic wear and mechanical failure. These understandings are essential to the realistic expectations of automobile ownership, and more so as concerns the fine materials and delicate tolerances of specialty, luxury, or high-performance cars. It is for this reason that we encourage a personal inspection prior to delivery to help ensure your satisfaction.
9. All vehicles are sold "AS IS" and with no warranties expressed or implied. In some instances vehicles will be offered for sale without the full compliment of accessories such as: tools, floor mats, cd magazines, navigation disks, owners manuals, or extra keys. Where these items are of special concern, please be sure to contact us to obtain a vehicle?s exact inventory of accessories.
10. Final or closing bid price does not include documentation fee, shipping, travel, nor tax, title, or registration. It is the purchaser's responsibility to provide for any federal, state, or local taxes, personal transportation costs, or shipping expenses resulting from the sale.
11. St. Louis Car Museum is glad to assist with shipping arrangements, but assumes no responsibility for damages or delays incurred once a vehicle is in a shipper's custody.
12. All issues, problems, or claims must be brought to St. Louis Car Museum within 24 hours of delivery or receipt of vehicle.
13. Provisions for personal or third party inspections and all due diligence are to take place prior to a vehicles shipment or delivery.
14. St. Louis Car Museum bears no liability and shall be held harmless for any complications, expenses, or damages resulting from a failure to meet these terms as they have been set forth and established herein.
| | | | ABOUT ST. LOUIS CAR MUSEUM | CONTACT US | Established in 1991, St. Louis Car Museum and Sales has bought and sold thousands of special interest motorcars the world over. We specialize in high-line luxury and exotic sports cars, as well as, one of a kind collectibles. With a perfect business track record, our reputation is unchallenged in the industry. Buy with confidence!
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