This Mercedes-Benz 230 SL Pagoda is an elegantly styled classic roadster, fitted with a rebuilt engine in 2022, and benefitting from a reconditioned gearbox, power steering system, fuel pump, and differential. Under the bonnet sits the naturally aspirated 2.3-litre straight-six, delivering around 110kW to the rear wheels through a four-speed automatic transmission. This example has reportedly been with its current owner for the last 16 years. The odometer indicates 3,273 miles, though this is not warranted. This 230 SL is finished in red with a black soft top over a cream interior featuring a body-coloured dashboard and beige carpets. It rides on a set of 14-inch steel wheels with body-coloured centres and whitewall tyres. Equipment includes a Becker Europa stereo, wind-down windows, an analogue clock, and basic heating and ventilation controls. Accompanying the sale is a folder of history dating back to 1970, the spare wheel, and the removable hard top and stand, Please refer to the photo gallery to assess exterior and interior condition. Specific notes from the seller include: small scratches on the paintwork, ‘stickiness’ on the heating controls, and areas of dullness on the chrome. The car has been resprayed, a new soft top was fitted in 2008, and the interior was refurbished in 2010 by Blackmans Leather in Richmond. The tyres date from 2008. All soft top and hard top seals and rubbers were replaced in 2023, spare rubbers accompany the car. A new indicator stalk and switch were installed in 2023. Rust from the front footwells and rear corners was removed by Gullwing Motors in 2023. The car was serviced in December 2023 by Gullwing Motors. Prior to this, Gullwing Motors carried out services in 2022 and 2021. Also during the seller’s 16-year ownership, the gearbox and fuel injector pump have been reconditioned, the differential has been rebuilt, the power steering pump, indicator switch, rubbers, and seals have been replaced, the engine has been rebuilt, and the heater has been repaired. This Mercedes-Benz 230 SL ‘Pagoda’ is an attractive example of the marque’s characterful 1960s roadster, presented in a vibrant colour scheme and previously treated to an engine rebuild alongside a few cosmetic improvements. Freshly serviced in December 2023 and offered for sale by its current long-term owner of 16 years, it would make a charming addition to any collection, and an ideal companion for warm-weather jaunts and trips to classic car shows alike. The description of this consignment is, to the best of the seller’s knowledge, accurate and not misleading. Collecting Cars requests a range of detail about the lot from the seller and performs a level of due diligence. However, potential buyers must independently satisfy themselves as to the accuracy of the description. Potential buyers should view or arrange inspections as well as conduct any research they feel is necessary before committing to bid or buy. Please note that it is not uncommon for classic or collectible vehicles to have received cosmetic repairs in the past, either to rectify damage or refresh appearance, and this work may be undetectable even upon visual inspection. Unless there is an explicit statement by the seller to the contrary, please assume that any vehicle could have had bodywork or paintwork during its life. Furthermore, photographs may not reflect the true colour or full condition of the vehicle. It is a bidder’s responsibility to satisfy themselves of the colour and condition of a vehicle, including its interior and the existence of any remedial bodywork or paintwork, before committing to bid or buy. This includes by raising enquiries with the seller in the comments section. For vehicles, unless otherwise stated, potential buyers should also assume that any cherished registration may be retained by the seller. Please see our Terms and Conditions for full details.