This fastidiously kept 1-owner 1967 Mercedes-Benz 250SL cabriolet was purchased by its first and only owner in New York on June 16th, 1967. Presented in Silver with Blue MB-Tex Interior, a matching Hard Top and Navy Blue Soft Top. One-owner car with only 52,845 miles, it has been a Northwest car since a move to Idaho in 1968. Powered by a multi-port fuel-injected 2.5 liter 6-cylinder engine with factory installed optional 5-speed manual transmission. This is a fabulous example of the desireable W113 chassis Mercedes, regarded as one of the finest to ever come from the Stuttgart factory -- with timeless design and graceful styling, spirited performance and handling, and a build quality and reliability second to none. Incredible provenance, we have an unbelievably large amount of documentation on file with this 250SL, including documented ownership history from new, full service history and receipts, original warranty card, original tool kit in leather cover, original owners books and literature.
This gorgeous vintage two-door luxury roadster has only been enjoyed as an occasional vehicle, it was never exposed to inclement weather or harsh climates, as evidenced in the vehicle's rust free presentation. Powered by a 2.5L straight-six SOHC engine, fitted with the correct fuel-injection system and components, the engine is teamed with an optional and very rare five-speed manual gearbox. The interior, finished in blue with rich wod accents, gleaming chrome gauge surrounds and brilliant chrome touches throughout, is very attractive. The switches, knobs, controls and guages are all in excellent condition, along with a gorgeous silver fascia. Original, working Becker radio. Air conditioning. This solidly-built Mercedes possesses a level of assembly quality and craftsmanship alien to most of its British or Italian contemporaries.
The bonnet, trunk lid, door skins and tonneau cover were made of aluminum to reduce weight. The comparatively short and wide chassis, combined with an excellent suspension, powerful brakes and radial tires gave the 250SL superb handling for its time. The styling of the front, with its characteristic upright Bosch "fishbowl" headlights and simple chrome grille, dominated by the large three-pointed star in the nose panel, paid homage to the then already legendary 300 SL roadster. The thin chrome euro bumpers are jewelry adorning this stylish convertible. The W 113 was the first sports car with a "safety body," based on Bela Barenyi's extensive work on vehicle safety: It had a rigid passenger cell and designated crumple zones with impact-absorbing front and rear sections built into the vehicle structure. The interior was "rounded," with all hard corners and edges removed.
Production of W113 250SLs commenced in December 1966 and ended in January 1968. The short one-year production run makes the 250 SL the rarest of the W 113 series cars. The 250 SL retained the stiffer suspension and sportier feel of the early SLs, but provided improved agility with a new engine and rear disc brakes. Range also improved with increased fuel tank capacity from 65 L (17.2 US gal) to 82 L (21.7 US gal). Like its predecessor, the 250 SL was offered with a 4-speed automatic transmission, and 4-speed or the desireable ZF 5-speed manual transmissions that this car was equipped with. Of the 5,196 250 SLs produced, only about a third were sold in the US. The 250SL was praised for its outstanding achievements in styling, engineering, quality of design, detailing and workmanship, as well as the general feeling of solidity which the car immediately conveys. The open-top Mercedes Benz was not designed as a thorough-bred sports car. Instead, it was conceived as an elegant two-seater for touring and everyday driving.
A timeless classic whose beautiful styling has aged very well, the 250SL is still comfortable and competent by modern standards. The W113 SLs are among the most desirable roadsters of its era and have become increasingly collectible in recent years. They are now much sought after all over the world. This fabulous Mercedes roadster has known just one owner from new. It shows in great condition throughout, and runs and drives excellent. Absolutely outstanding provenance with complete documentation from new, owner's books, warranty plate, service records, statement of origin, and even a copy of the original check written for purchase.
If a classic convertible has made it to your short list, this one-owner 1967 Mercedes cabriolet, which retains its original configuration, character and feel, is the perfect vintage roadster for showing, driving, and admiring. We encourage you to stop by our Bellevue showroom to see this rare 250SL in person. Call our knowledgeable and friendly sales team for more information, or to arrange a private viewing of this outstanding 1967 Mercedes-Benz 250SL at 425.562.1000
