Original 43K-Mile Southern California 1967 230SL in Pristine Condition

1967 Mercedes Benz 230 SL
43K-MILE 1967 MERCEDES BENZ 230 SL RELISTED: This ad was relisted because the HTML code revisions created duplicates of the many photos. making the ad load too slow. We were not able to remove this error and ebay forced us to cancel the four bids & relist the ad.
OVERALL: This 230SL is a rust-free numbers-matching original unrestored beauty. in its original paint. original chrome. original trim. original interior. original soft top & hard top. and original engine. And it's been fully documented to have an original 43K-miles over the past 46 years. It's been kept in collections by its past four owners and always expertly cared for. And it's in fantastic mechanical condition. ready to be driven & enjoyed.





























SOFT TOP: The soft top is original and in beautiful condition. It has not been used much over the past 46 years because of the hardtop being fitted. There is one tiny blemish in the soft top where the storage metal contacts the top fabric but it isn't visible and doesn't detract from the overall appearance. There's nothing like an original German soft top!









HARD TOP: The original Pagoda hard top is in beautiful condition and has never been stored off the car in its 46 years. The black roof matches the black hub caps. The chrome trim around the hard top is in fantastic condition. And it's quiet when driving even at speed.







OPTIONS: The original owners chose to add bumper guards. chrome fender trims. and parking lights all around. These items are listed on the original 1967 invoice. These options add to the historical aspects of this fine 230SL.









INTERIOR: The interior in this 230SL is completely original & unmodified. exactly as you would expect to see in a 43K-mile pampered car. Caviar MB Tex seat upholstery is firm. German squareweave carpet is unblemished. and it has the optional rear jumpseat in perfect condition. Its original gray rubber floor mats are perfect (having been protected by coco mats). the headliner is perfect. and the door panels are like new. Chrome around the dash gauges & trim is bright & like new. The original AM/FM Becker Europa TR radio looks & works beautifully & the matching Becker accessory cassette tape player is hidden within the glovebox. The original keys for ignition. door locks/gas cap. & glovebox are included. Even the electric clock keeps good time. Update 27Sep13: After learning the gearshift knob is not an original we have bought an original round black knob to match the black steering wheel to keep this 230SL as authentic as possible.

































REAR COMPARTMENT: The rear compartment is as pristine as the rest of the car. Gray rubber mat is perfect. original spare tire with black vinyl cover is in place. and the original tool kit is safely stored inside the spare tire. Underneath the rear mat is the original rust-free black painted metal.











CHASSIS: The underside of this 43K-mile car is beautiful & unmodified with no signs of rust or decay. The muffler was recently replaced with an NOS muffler and professionally installed by a local San Diego Mercedes Benz specialist.









ENGINE: The original 6-cylinder engine was professionally rebuilt in September 2008 by a local San Diego Mercedes Benz specialist at a cost of $17K because the owner saw gray smoke coming out from the tail pipe. Not wanting any issues with the mechanical aspects. they had it rebuilt. It runs strong. idles perfectly. and can easily get up to 75mph and drive easily with freeway traffic. It does not leak oil even after long cruises. The engine currently has 4290 miles on the rebuild.





VIN NUMBERS: As you would expect with an original 43K-mile car. it has matching VIN numbers & body panel numbers. The convertible top cover & front hood are both stamped 117. matching the last three digits of the body VIN number. The original production data cards are included with the car. confiming the VIN numbers.











OWNERSHIP RECORDS: This 1967 has a fully-documented ownership history with its four owners in New York. Georgia. & California. Included in the service paperwork are the September 1966 customer order (with options). original window sticker (with options). October 1966 invoice for $7233. & the owner's manual with original owners plate. It was bought by Ms. Rose Pietrolongo from Flushing NY in October 1966. an auction house sold to collector Dr. Nikil Jayant in Alphretta Georgia in 1996. sold again in March 2003 to San Diego collector Jonathan House. and it finally ended up in the hands of a Beverly Hills music executive in mid-2012. a wedding gift for his new bride. We are in contact with the second owner in Georgia to confirm the original mileage when he bought it in 1996.
MILEAGE RECORDS: The mileage records include: 14Nov1966 300. 05Oct1967 2560. 21Sep1998 35073. 26May2000 35206. 04Dec2002 35323. 05Aug2003 35400. 06Apr2004 35881. 13Oct2004 36833. 02Aug2005 37514. 03Sep2008 39672 (engine rebuilt). 22Jun2010 40657. 03Feb2012 41109. 16Jul2013 43170. 24Sep2013 43962.











VIDEOS: Buying a vintage car is never an easy experience as there are so many areas to be inspected. So we've captured a few videos to help make the inspection process easier. This 230SL starts easily. idles smoothly. and cruises easily to 75mph. The brakes are wonderful and stop straight. The automatic transmission shifts into 2nd at 3500rpm & 3rd at 3800rpm. It's a reliable daily driver that has never failed us during our driving experiences around town. Click on the links below to watch the short videos.
Walk-Around Video - Driving Video - Interior Video - Engine Video

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SAN DIEGO VINTAGE CONSIGNMENTS: We specialize in low-mileage original preserved collectibles. We take pride in offering the highest quality cars that are professionally documented. photographed. and video'd to give prospective buyers the best possible information to make an informed decision. This 230SL is being consigned with us by a Beverly Hills music executive that wishes to remain private and does not have the time to deal with buyers. San Diego Vintage Consignments has 25+ years old experience with consigning cars and has many happy buyers & sellers. We can be reached any time in San Diego at 760 845 8447 or via email at LeeHedges@SanDiegoVintageConsignments. com
PURCHASE INFO: A non-refundable $500 deposit is required via PayPal to LeeHedges@SanDiegoVintageConsignments. com and the balance must be done via bank wire transfer within seven days.
TRANSPORTATION: We are happy to assist with the vehicle transport to the buyer's location. We have 20+ years of experience using A-AAA Auto Transport for the least expensive yet insured transport options.
FINE PRINT: This classic vehicle is being sold as-is. where is. with no warranty expressed written or implied. The seller. San Diego Vintage Consignments. has described this vehicle to the best of their knowledge and shall not be responsible for possible missed items or description discrepancies. and makes no warranty in connection therewith. Any and all descriptions or representations are for identification purposes only and are not construed as a warranty of any type. It is the responsibility of interested parties to arrange for and pay to have this vehicle thoroughly inspected to their satisfaction within 24 hours prior to the end of bidding. Seller assumes no responsibility for any repairs or liability. This vehicle is advertised in several different locations and therefore may be sold outside of ebay. This auction may be closed early if the vehicle has been sold through a different source.

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