- Rare 68 250SL - W113 280SL motor - 4 speed - Both tops - Beautiful restoration

Description for Mercedes-Benz SL-Class 1968

1968 Mercedes 250SL

Comprehensive restoration
Show quality example
Limited production model

Here up for bids is this show stopping Mercedes 250SL. This car was subject to a complete restoration by marque expert Jurgen Klockemann and is pretty spectacular everywhere you look. Of all of the Pagodas, he 250SL is the rarest, ith about 5000 produced over a 14 month span. This particular car is a late production model, 4608, ade in October of 1967 for the 1968 model year. Most were made for the European market, nly 1,761 250SL's were imported to the US.
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Finished in the always desirable color of Silver Grey Metallic, he car displays show quality paint. I'm the picky type, nd have spotted only a couple of minor prep flaws on close inspection, therwise prepare to be impressed. The body is laser straight with excellent sight lines. No orange peel, verspray or tape lines, he car was completely apart for the repaint, hen block sanded and polished to perfection. The car has no chips or scratches, nd zero dings anywhere, t's ready for the show field. Tires are quality Michelins with excellent tread, ll 4 wheelcovers are perfect.

Lights, ignals and lenses are all in beautiful condition. The car displays both fender notches as well as the factory correct spot welds along the inner fenders, ssuring their originality.

Correct locking gas cap and exhaust extensions. Both bumpers front and rear are outstanding. All of the car's brightwork is exceptional with no trace of pitting. The soft top cover lid is free of dents or damage.

High quality replacement Sonnenland top from GAHH with all new weatherstripping.

Restored hardtop with excellent glass, eatherstripping and chrome. The headliner is in perfect condition with no flaws.

All of the glass on the car is in excellent shape, lthough the windshield has picked up a few small chips, isible in the photos below.
Trunk is rust free and solid, ith the original mat and spare tire cover.

Original jacking equipment, oolkit, anuals, complete key sets and service receipts.

The interior can only be described as stunning; with perfect leather upholstery, eautifully fitted carpeting, nd as-new sill plates and anodized trim edging.

All new weatherstripping throughout the car, very piece.

All gauges and controls are working, ven the clock. The 3-band Blaupunkt radio works and all 4 of the heating and ventilation sliders move freely.

Both sunvisors are in excellent condition. Dashpad and wood are both outstanding. Original Kangol seatbelts. Clean and crisp rear parcel shelf.

A factory 280SL short block was fitted during the restoration, ffering increased horsepower, orque and improved acceleration. This car runs and drives excellent, oving down the road straight and square with an excellent suspension, pot-on throttle response and smooth shifting and braking.

Shown below are the original spotwelds that you'll want to see when considering any Pagoda for purchase.

Nice attention to detail throughout the engine bay and undercarriage.

Highly detailed undercarriage with all new exhaust, uspension, raking and fuel system components.

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About the reserve price:
Out of fairness to all bidders the reserve is held in confidence, lease just bid at the level that you feel comfortable paying. This auction ends Monday, arch 14th at 9AM Pacific Time11AM Central12 Noon Eastern, font>5 PM GMT.

About Payment:
I will contact the winning bidder via email within 3 hours of auction completion. I would like a $500 deposit via paypal within 24 hours. Balance is due (bank check or bank wire transfer only) within 5 calendar days of auction end. The car will be securely garaged until pickup.

Please read carefully:
This auction process is a legally binding contract into which you enter when you click "confirm" on your bid. Please have finances in order before you decide to bid and please ask all questions before you decide to bid. Basically, please only bid if you are ready to purchase this vehicle. Vehicle is sold as-is with no warranties express or implied. License plate is not included. Any disputes regarding the sale of this vehicle shall be resolved through binding arbitration exclusively in Multnomah County, regon under applicable state laws. By bidding you agree to these terms.

About me:
Please check my feedback, take customer satisfaction very seriously and am a licensed, onded and insured dealer in the State of Oregon. The vehicle has a clean and clear title.

You and/or your representative are welcome and encouraged to inspect the vehicle in person before the close of auction. I can be reached at 503-891-7702 between the hours of 9-5. Previously sold inventory is available to view at www.cascadiaclassic.com

Post Auction details:
The transport cost is the responsiblity of the winning bidder, lthough I'll be happy to help with logistics. I have a wholesale account with a shipping dispatch service and can help you find a reasonable rate.
Overseas bidders may contact any of these international shippers for a quote:
Schumacher cargo
CFR / Rinkens
California Shipping

Thanks for looking!

Bob Waldman
Cascadia Classic LLC - DA0639
Portland, regon
503-891-7702