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1968 Mercedes-Benz 280SL – $169,000

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Acknowledged as one of the great designs of its era, the Pagoda SL has a rare combination of style and substance.

This car has the rare, optional single, sideways facing seat, which allowed for the soft top and hardtop. This car is also fitted with automatic transmission and power steering.

It has been with the present owner for 38 years – a remarkable period. He purchased the car while he was living in England for a period, then shipped it out when he moved back to Australia.

The owner is especially proud of the car’s reliability over such a long period. Prior to his ownership, in the 1980s the previous owner had the engine replaced with a new unit from Mercedes-Benz. The car was repainted in the same colour some twenty years ago. More recent work has included rust repairs to inner and outer sills and floor sections with over $20,000 was spent on this thorough work.

The car has been regularly serviced and well maintained. A new set of tyres has just been fitted.

This car stands out in its bright Signal Red paintwork. The colour absolutely pops in the sunlight. There are a few small items, generally cosmetic, which could be attended to. Generally though, as you can see in the photos, it’s a good looking car. Inside, black leather upholstery has been protected for many years by lambswool seat covers.

In the correct triple layer Mercedes-Benz hood cloth material the soft top operates with ease.

The car starts easily and the engine runs smoothly. Under acceleration there’s that typical 280SL exhaust note. The automatic transmission changes gear smoothly.

These are wonderful cars, always in demand, for good reason. This example is not a restored trailer queen, and is priced realistically. It is a decent, good specification, factory RHD Pagoda SL of the desirable final model. It has a good service history and comes from very long term, enthusiastic ownership.

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Whilst every effort to ensure accuracy is made when preparing the description of a car, much of the information is provided by the owner and cannot be guaranteed to be accurate and complete.

Some errors and omissions occur occasionally and we cannot be held liable for any loss or damage arising from incorrect or incomplete information or any reliance which might be placed on information provided.

Any potential purchaser is advised to make his or her own independent investigations or inspections to determine title and whether a vehicle is suitable for purchase.

1997 Mercedes-Benz SLK230 Kompressor – $11,500

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The SLK – a compact, luxurious sports model with folding hardtop roof and a perky supercharged engine was a formula for success.

Standard equipment in Australia included leather upholstery, power windows, power steering, dual-zone climate control and alloy wheels. Safety features include front and side driver and passenger airbags, anti-lock brakes and electronic stability control. 

In October 1997 this car was delivered new in Sydney and features the ‘sport package’ upgrades. This includes an optional design of alloy wheels, slightly lowered suspension, dual exhaust outlets, sideskirts and the lower section of the bumpers and grille colour-coded.

Ten years ago the owner purchased the SLK as an ‘extra’ car for weekend open-top motoring, to go with his vintage MG. The SLK saw little use in his decade of ownership and today the odometer reading is 128,000km. I sold the car recently and the new owner has since found a unique SLK with just a few hundred km on it from new. Hence this car’s back on the market.

The car starts instantly, runs smoothly and is completely easy to drive. The owner assures that everything works as it should.

These SLKs enjoy Mercedes-Benz quality and luxury and this two-seater sports model ads a lot of fun to the equation. This is a good, straight, well-presented example in above average condition. Unbeatable value…

Please request an email with more detailed information and a set of photographs, from paul@classicrally.com.au

Whilst every effort to ensure accuracy is made when preparing the description of a car, much of the information is provided by the owner and cannot be guaranteed to be accurate and complete. Some errors and omissions occur occasionally and we cannot be held liable for any loss or damage arising from incorrect or incomplete information or any reliance which might be placed on information provided. Any potential purchaser is advised to make his or her own independent investigations or inspections to determine title and whether a vehicle is suitable for purchase. MD28143

1970 Mercedes-Benz 250CE

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The first of the ‘Compact’ series was a tremendous success for Mercedes-Benz and after a couple of years the company offered a 2-door coupe version. Not just less and longer doors, the coupe featured a lower roofline, more angled front and rear windscreens and pillarless construction, giving the cars a very cool look for the period.

This car was delivered new in Perth on January 13 1970 by Diesel Motors. An expensive car at the time, the 250CE was priced at $9717, when a new Holden cost just one third of that amount.

The service book is stamped by Diesel Motors right through to 1984, from when another Mercedes-Benz dealership took over servicing duties. After filling the first book, a second one was issued which shows stamps up to 2011. A full set of books remains with the car.

Fitted with a set of genuine Mercedes-Benz Bundt alloy wheels, set-off with white sidewall tyres, the car presents very smartly.

Inside, the car has black MB-Tex upholstery with folding centre armrests front and rear, in excellent condition. Woodgrain on the dashboard adds some colour.

In the best, staid Mercedes-Benz manner, this 250CE drives nicely. It’s not a high performance car, but sits solidly on the road with good brakes and that great old Mercedes-Benz engineering which has ensured this car’s longevity. It’s definitely an attractive car which exudes a lot of old school cool…

If sold to a Western Australian buyer, the car will be registered by the seller upon sale.

Please request an email with full details and more photos from paul@classicrally.com.au

Whilst every effort to ensure accuracy is made when preparing the description of a car, much of the information is provided by the owner and cannot be guaranteed to be accurate and complete. Some errors and omissions occur occasionally and we cannot be held liable for any loss or damage arising from incorrect or incomplete information or any reliance which might be placed on information provided. Any potential purchaser is advised to make his or her own independent investigations or inspections to determine title and whether a vehicle is suitable for purchase.