1967 Mercedes Benz 230SL

The second generation SL began with the 230 of 1963. Designed by Paul Bracq, its wonderfully crisp styling clothed a monocoque chassis equipped with all-round independent suspension, power assisted disc/drum brakes, recirculating ball steering and a 2306cc straight-six engine of 150bhp and 145 lb-ft of torque mated to either a four-speed manual or an automatic transmission. Of the 48,912 W113 Series cars made between 1963 and 1971, 19,831 were 230SLs

Offered here, is a recently restored Mercedes Benz 230SL four-speed manual finished in Mercedes Red with a black interior. Originally supplied to the American market, it was imported into the UK in 2015. The history file contains records of some recent restoration work including photographs of the floor pans and the boot floor being replaced by Hawkwell Fabrications of Essex in November 2015. In January 2016, the car was repainted by Essex Auto Finishers in Mercedes-Benz Red (534) as was the matching factory hard top. A new hood was fitted at the same time and all the brightwork was replaced or renovated as required. The interior is excellent and it is still fitted with its period Becker push-button radio. The engine bay is tidy and everything looks as it should. The result is a very appealing example of the classic 'pagoda', one of the most stylish sports cars of the sixties, and with its shiny new paint, sparkling chrome and whitewall tyres, this car looks fabulous.