SBX Cars is proud to offer for sale this 1971 Mercedes-Benz 280SL roadster showing 45,500 miles on the odometer at the time of this cataloging. Finished in Horizon Blue Metallic over a blue MB-Tex interior, this W113 is offered by Miami Garage with a tool kit, service records, and a clear title.

Dubbed the “Pagoda,” the W113 was known for balancing sports-car performance with touring luxury. The design was imagined by Paul Bracq and remained in production from 1963 through 1971. This low-mileage 280SL from the final model year was manufactured in Stuttgart in June 1970 and is presented today in a newer coat of its original paint code according to the factory-affixed data tag.

The car delivers the ultimate in open-air versatility via its dual available roof layouts – a factory soft top and the removable, color-keyed hardtop. This example comes with newer tires, a recently-serviced transmission, and service records to back it all up. It is a peak example of the Pagoda and is guaranteed to be an enthusiast favorite at any canyon cruise or elite concours event.

Exterior

Interior

Mechanical

Recent work performed:

• The brakes have been serviced recently
• The transmission was rebuilt in September 2025
• In 2024, the tires, wheels, wheel covers, and steering wheel were replaced. The wood trim was restored, and the brakes were serviced

The data tag decodes as follows:

• 426 491 503 515: Chassis number
• 113.044: W133 chassis, automatic transmission
• 12: Left-hand drive
• 03601: Sequential production number
• 304 G: Exterior paint color (Horizon Blue Metallic) for body and hardtop
• 113 044: 280SL, automatic
• 7: Interior color code (Blue MB-Tex)

The seller has provided a gallery of photographs. In addition, buyers are encouraged to watch the videos with a driving demonstration, exterior walk-around, interior overview, and engine bay close-up.

The dealer has supplied the following information:

• The air conditioning system is installed but inoperative
• All four dashboard ventilation levers broken
• Minor scratches noted around the hardtop mounting points
• Paint defect on the front edge of the hood
• Small rips and tears in the soft top

• Service records
• Tool kit
• Removable hardtop with stand
• Spare tire with jack

This Horizon Blue Pagoda is the epitome of Paul Bracq styling and comes from the final model year of the beloved W113. It has strong collector appeal thanks to its low mileage reading, recent service history, unmodified condition, and the exceptional build quality that made Mercedes-Benz cars legendary.

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