280sl Roadster Original Condition Two Owner on 2040-cars
Orange, California, United States
Body Type:Convertible
Engine:280
Vehicle Title:Clear
For Sale By:Private Seller
Interior Color: Black
Make: Mercedes-Benz
Number of Cylinders: 6
Model: SL-Class
Trim: Convertible Roadster with Hardtop
Drive Type: RWD
Options: 4 wheel disc brakes, Fuel injection, Removal hardtop, Convertible soft top, Air Conditioning, Leather Seats, Convertible
Mileage: 133,321
Power Options: Air Conditioning
Sub Model: SL Roadster
Exterior Color: Silver
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Hi, I am selling my 1969 Mercedes 280SL roadster. I am the second owner and this an original car with CA black and yellow plates.
If you have ever wanted to, dreamed of or thought of owning one of these then this is the car for you.
I searched for one for many years and stumbled across this one by chance and after 8 months of discussions was able to adopt if from the original owner.
This car has all of its original panels and anyone who is familiar with these 113 models will know what they're looking at when they start looking. For those of you that don't here is what to look for and this car has it.
Original spot welds on every panel, fender notches at the bezels, dimpled texture grain firewall pad ( they do not reproduce this texture anywhere), the original plastic insert in the floor shifter housing (they do not reproduce this); the original spare tire cover, jack, tool kit (likely never used)
The original interior, carpets, trunk mat, visors, motor, trans, etc.
This car is as came from the factory and purchased by the original owner.
Original paint with 7.6 - 8 mils all around
I have the original title, and original documents all the way from 1969 - today. Both sets of original keys. All of the original factory literature and owners documents that came with the car except the data plate which they could not find. It does have the original book that the data plate came in and where the data plate was removed. You can get another from the MBZ classic center..
I have the original frigiking ac warranty card which is very rare. I have the original set of chains purchased from the dealer as the original owner was terrified of getting caught in a snow storm going over the pass. The chains were never used and no snow storm was ever encountered which always seems the case when you have chains!!
I have the original convertible top chrome handles and pouch as shown in the picture. The original soft top is on the car and the hardtop is in my garage. It is black and the wood is beautiful.
So I could go on and on about this car being an unmolested example but I think you get the idea and I would not want to detract from the beautiful condition of this vehicle. Yes, there are some dings, paint chips and scratches but that being said, this car is still a 10 out of 10 for an original car.
The paint shines for the most part with some wear and age on the hood and trunk as can be expected from years of use with lacquer paint. The rims seem like new. the interior panels and dash seem like new. The seats have no tears or rips although they have 133000 miles on them.
The chrome and bright work are lovely
What makes this car rare is the condition, ownership and traceable history. I said it before and I truly mean it and that is why I purchased it, if you have ever wanted one, this is the one.
The car is being sold to help with funds for a down payment on a home. I am recently married and we would like to have our "own" together.
If you have any questions please just ask. I have hundreds of hi res images I can send to your personal email and will be uploading a short video on you tube soon.
Read my feedback, see what I have sold and bid with confidence knowing what I say is what you will receive.
The car is registered in CA and I have the title in hand.
I will end it there before I change my mind.
Good luck and drive em, don't hide em.
Bob
On Apr-13-13 at 17:43:52 PDT, seller added the following information:
I just want to let everyone know that I am truly overwhelmed by the interest in my car and will try to get back to each and everyone of you as soon as I can.
I serviced the transmission, differential, engine oil, and AC 1000 miles ago.
If you have any questions I can be reached at 714-612-1267
Thanks,
Bob
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