The Mercedes-Benz W113 was created as the replacement for the 300SL and 190SL. This class of Mercedes included the 230SL, 250SL and the 280SL. The only engine option was an inline-six cylinder engine with multi-port fuel injection. Many exterior panels were made from aluminum like door skins, hoods and trunk lids. This was done to reduce the weight of the roadster. The 280SL lasted from 1967-1971 and was surely an automobile ahead of its time.

Many standard features were seen on these roadsters that were uncommon for the time. Standard equipment included fuel injection, power disc brakes at all four corners, radial tires, adjustable bucket seats and an electric clock. These became iconic for their large “fishbowl” headlights and the simplistic grille design with a large Mercedes emblem in the center.

Under the bonnet of this Pagoda is a 2,778-cc inline six-cylinder engine matched with a four-speed automatic transmission. The paint is finished in beige and complimented by a brown hardtop, soft top and painted wheel covers. The chassis is equipped with four-wheel independent suspension and power disc brakes at all four corners of the car. Inside the car is a lovely tan interior matched by brown carpet.

This Alabama car has had only two owners since 1970 and is reported to run and drive fantastic.