This Mercedes-Benz 230 SL ‘Pagoda’ is a well-presented example of the refined classic roadster, which benefits from significant recent cosmetic restorative maintenance. Under the bonnet sits a naturally aspirated 2.3-litre inline-six, delivering around 110kW to the rear wheels via a four-speed automatic transmission. The odometer indicates 55,288 miles, however this is not warranted. This left-hand drive example is now located in Australia, and has been with the seller and third owner for one and a half years. This 230 SL is finished in a handsome shade of white with a black convertible roof, over a black ‘MB-Tex’ vinyl-trimmed interior, featuring perforated seat inserts, a white central dashboard, and wood veneer and chrome trim accents. It rides on a set of 14-inch steel wheels finished in gloss-white with body-coloured and chrome hubcaps, as well as chrome lips, shod in Michelin Weatherwise whitewall tyres. The factory specification includes a two-bar steering wheel, heater and ventilation controls, a VDO Kienzle analogue clock, and manually operated windows. A more modern Panasonic radio / cassette player has been fitted in the cabin. The car will be supplied with a spare wheel, tools, and the latest maintenance invoice. The recently resprayed white paintwork is described by the seller as being in excellent overall condition, though there is an imperfection on the left-hand side of the rear bumper, as well as minor pitting on the chromed trim pieces, and light scuffs on the wheel trims. Moving inside, the cabin is presented in generally good shape given the car’s age and usage. The seller notes that the carpets have been recently replaced, and the upper dashboard has been retrimmed. There is cracking on the steering wheel, cracking and missing trim on the gear gate, slight damage on the driver’s door card pocket, a ‘patina’ on the dashboard and chrome trim, and a few other minor blemishes and scuffs around the trim. The seller is not aware of any mechanical or electrical faults with the car. This 230 SL’s most recent maintenance was carried out in September 2022 by RPM Zone, which consisted of a full strip-down and respray, a complete service, a new brake master cylinder, brake fluid, a transmission and differential oil change, new fuel lines, clamps and fittings, a new power steering pump, an engine oil and filter change, new spark plugs, rear shock absorbers, and a new soft-top roof. This Mercedes-Benz 230 SL ‘Pagoda’ is a well-presented example of the elegant classic roadster, which benefits from significant recent cosmetic restorative maintenance. Presented in a handsome monochrome colour scheme, and boasting timeless styling, it would make a fine addition to any assembly of classics, and a stylish companion for weekend drives, fair-weather cruises, and classic car show visits alike. The description of this auction lot 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, bidders must satisfy themselves as to the accuracy of the description, and conduct any research they feel is necessary before committing to a bid. Please see our Terms and Conditions for full details. This vehicle’s VIN has been checked against the Australian Personal Property Securities Register, and there is no security interest or other registration kind logged against the serial number. This vehicle has been checked through the Austroads NEVDIS system, and there are no markers under the written-off or stolen databases.