This Mercedes-Benz 250 SL Pagoda is a characterful classic roadster, with previously restored bodywork. It is powered by a naturally aspirated 2.5-litre inline-six, delivering around 109kW to the rear wheels through a four-speed automatic transmission. This 250 SL Pagoda ‘California Coupe’ has been with the seller for the last seven years. The odometer indicates 72,141 miles, though this is not warranted. The car is finished in the handsome combination of Off White over a tan interior. It rides on a set of 14-inch wheels with chrome and body-coloured covers, shod with Michelin tyres. Equipment includes a removable hard top, manually winding front windows, and a Becker stereo. This example was specified as a rare ‘California Coupe’, which foregoes the soft-top and replaces it with a folding rear bench seat, giving a 2+2 configuration. Accompanying the sale is the owner’s book pack, service book, various maintenance invoices, spare wheel, tool roll, and wheel brace. The seller reports that some panels have been replaced due to hail damage, and that the bodywork was previously restored. Please refer to the photo gallery to assess exterior and interior condition. The seller notes that the rear carpets are new, the front carpets require replacement, the seats need reupholstering, and the driver’s side door card needs stretching. Additionally, the radio requires maintenance, the air conditioning and fuel gauge are non-functional, and the indicator stalk needs to be held in place when turning left. There is a valid Victorian registration in place, which expires on 1 December 2024. The car was last serviced by Sharp Performance in November 2017 at an indicated 72,141 miles, which included replacing the front subframe bushes, gear lever bushes, and tyres. The battery was replaced in December 2013, and the alternator in November 2010. Previous service history can be seen in the photo gallery. The W113-generation Mercedes-Benz SL replaced the 300 SL Coupe and Roadster as well as the more affordable 190 SL and featured a bespoke tube-framed chassis, combining race-car mechanicals with improved levels of interior luxury. This is a lesser-seen 250 SL, which was produced for just 14 months before it was replaced with the 280 SL. Whilst the bodywork has been restored, the new owner may wish to bring the interior up to a similar high standard and carry out some routine maintenance. Once this is complete, this rare ‘California Coupe’ would make an excellent addition to any collection and a head-turning weekend cruiser for any classic car enthusiast. 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. 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.