This Mercedes-Benz 230 SL Pagoda is a sought-after classic roadster, fitted with a replacement V8 and a handful of upgraded components as part of a full rotisserie restoration. It is powered by a replacement Mercedes-Benz 3.5-litre V8, driving the rear wheels through a three-speed automatic transmission. This right-hand drive 230 SL Pagoda was originally delivered to the UK, and has been with the seller for the last seven years, who notes that it has been stored with a collector in Newcastle. The odometer indicates 34,703 miles, though this is not warranted. Build year: 1965 The car is finished in red with a black soft top over a cream leather-trimmed cabin. It rides on a set of 14-inch wheels, fitted with whitewall tyres. Equipment includes power steering, servo brakes, air conditioning, and upgraded suspension. Accompanying the sale is the owner’s manual, USB sticks containing photographs of the rebuild, a raft of invoices, a magazine featuring the vehicle, spare wheel, first aid kit, toolkit, and the original engine and gearbox. Upgrades: Rebuilt 3.5-litre Mercedes-Benz V8 Ported and polished cylinder heads Computer-controlled fuel injection Three speed gearbox Upgraded and enlarged front brakes Rear brake discs fitted Renewed interior with front headrests New soft top Hard top restored Dynamat sound deadening on floor, doors and hard top Carpeted boot Carpet covers on spare tyre and battery Carpet bag for tool kit Upgraded suspension Powder-coated Fuchs Mercedes-Benz alloy wheels New electrics Electric, GPS-driven speedometer Replacement stereo with Bluetooth and USB LED lights under bonnet, in interior, in boot, and in side lights and indicators Upgraded headlights GPS tracker Reversing camera Front and rear dashcam Battery voltmeter AGM battery Mercedes-Benz courtesy lighting under doors Air conditioning Power brakes Power steering Central locking Please refer to the photo gallery to assess the exterior and interior condition. Specific notes from the seller include: wear on the indicator stalk, but a replacement item has not been found. The vehicle has been resprayed and retrimmed as part of its rotisserie restoration. Various panels have been replaced, and invoices are visible in the gallery. There is a valid Queensland registration in place, which expires on 16 September 2026. Detailed maintenance, restoration details, and history are available in the photo gallery. This Mercedes-Benz 230 SL Pagoda is a classically designed and timelessly appealing roadster, treated to a ‘restomod’-style overhaul that includes the fitment of a 3.5-litre V8 from a 300 SEL 6.3 as well as a host of other well-integrated modifications such as power steering, air conditioning, and even a reversing camera. Finished in a timeless colour combination and praised by the seller for its condition, it would make a notable addition to any collection as well as a particularly usable and enjoyable classic weekend cruiser that is sure to attract plenty of interest at any car show or event.