This Mercedes-Benz 280 SL Pagoda is a characterful classic roadster, offered for sale from long-term ownership and with several parts replaced. It is powered by a reportedly rebuilt naturally aspirated 2.8-litre inline-six, delivering around 125kW to the rear wheels through a four-speed automatic transmission. This 280 SL Pagoda was originally delivered to the UK before reportedly making its way to Hong Kong in 1993, the USA in 1999, and Australia in 2008. The seller notes that they have owned the car for 32 years. The odometer reading of 39,243 miles is believed to be the correct total distance covered from new, though this is not warranted. Build year: 1970 The car is finished in blue with a matching detachable hard top and a dark blue soft top over a blue vinyl-trimmed cabin. It rides on a set of 14-inch steel wheels, fitted with polished and body-coloured covers as well as Michelin tyres. Equipment includes a Becker Europa radio, a VDO clock, and a locking glovebox. A stainless-steel exhaust and retractable seatbelts have been fitted. Accompanying the sale is paperwork from 1993 onwards and the spare wheel. Please refer to the photo gallery to assess the exterior and interior condition. Specific notes from the seller include: minor ‘pin prick’ bubbling on the front quarter panels, a small scratch on the hard top, and discolouration on the left-hand front side of the hard top. The vehicle was stripped down and resprayed in 1996, the front half of the car was resprayed in 2015, the rear half was repainted in 2023 when the boot pan and rust were removed, and the hard top is reported to be original. The soft top and carpets were replaced in 2004, the driver’s seat was resprung in 2004, the hard top interior was cleaned and restored in 2025, the passenger seat was resprung in 2025, and the door panels and upholstery were repaired in 2025. The seller also notes that there is a slight tear on the right-hand rear bottom section of the soft top, the radio is disconnected, and one of the heater controls is stuck. The most recent roadworthiness inspection was reportedly conducted in January 2025. The car was last serviced in January 2025 at an indicated 39,000 miles by Tsav Mech Automotive. During the seller’s 32-year ownership, the engine and gearbox have been overhauled, the interior and hard top have been refreshed, the brake master cylinder and brake system has been overhauled, the soft top and carpets have been replaced, and the shock absorbers, engine mounts, cross member, gearbox mounts, floor pans, rocker panels, boot pan, quarter panels, radio, fuel tank, radiator, and windscreen have been renewed. Released at the 1963 Geneva Motor Show as a replacement for both the 300 SL and the 190 SL, the W113-generation Mercedes-Benz SL featured handsome Paul Bracq-designed bodywork combined with a range of smooth inline-six engines. This example features the largest of the three available engines and has been enjoyed by the seller who has lavished attention upon its cosmetic and mechanical parts. Praised for its involving driving experience and vocal stainless-steel exhaust, it would make a natural addition to any collection as well as an enjoyable weekend cruising companion at the hands of its next enthusiast owner.