Fastidiously kept 1-Owner W113 Chassis 280SL, originally sold at Rasmussen Mercedes in Portland, OR, in 1969. Full restoration just completed in May 2015, documented ownership history till new, full service history, original warranty card, original tool kit in leather cover, original owners manuals. Absolutely none finer.
This vehicle was factory ordered by its first and only owner in 1969 in Dark Olive Exterior with Black MB Tex Interior, factory options included Automatic transmission with Floor Shift, Power Steering, Bumper Over Riders, Tinted Glass, Chrome Roof Rails, and White Wall Tube Tires. Shortly after taking delivery the owners moved to Seattle, WA were the car has resided in the temperate climate since.
Used as an occasional vehicle it was never subjected to the harsh climates, as evidenced in the vehicles completely rust free presentation prior to restoration. Completed over the last 6 months was a labor of love restoration, returning the vehicle to its as new appearance, it was repainted in its factory original color, all bright work and chrome was replated or replaced, interior was recipient of all new materials matching the original configuration, wood trim was refinished, new headlights, taillights, windshield and convertible top were installed, the removable body-color hardtop was restored and retains its factory correct ski rack mouldings, mechanicals were very strong and received only a minor refreshing.
We have a large amount of documentation on file with this 280 including a Mercedes-Benz Classic Zertificate, ownership documents and restoration invoices in a meticulously organized binder. W113 Chassis Mercedes SL values are currently on the rise and the high level of work and attention to detail in this 280 are difficult to convey in this limited space.
We encourage you to stop by our Bellevue showroom to see this rare 280SL in person. Call our knowledgeable and friendly sales staff for more information, or to arrange a private viewing of this 1969 Mercedes-Benz 280SL at 425.562.1000