1966 Mercedes-Benz SL-Class

Very interesting one off example of a racer/driver. mechanically running Mercedes W113 SL. The car has been in our family since 2007 in dry storage.   The dealer I purchased it from believed it to be a " retired race car". as evidenced by the competition-style gas tank with the fill spout in the trunk and the fact that many of the trim parts are plastic; the interior has also been stripped to save weight. There are also Mercedes trophies that came with this vehicle in the trunk.   This specially fitted with the Mercedes 110 twin cam workhorse engine. nbsp;& four speed manual transmission.   This car has several new parts: brake master cylinder reservoir (brakes need service from sitting). new clutch slave and master cylinder. both need service from sitting. )  Please notice bundt-style Mercedes alloy wheels. This looks like the LOGO CAR for the former Pagoda group web site race car number 39—use your imagination and install a roll bar and decals on the doors and you're off to the races. Car came with no steering wheel; we obtained an OK OEM one to use.  We also changed the racing style toggle ignition switch to a universal keyed one to make it more street legal. PLEASE READ THE ENTIRE AD VERY CAREFULLY BEFORE BIDDING!!!

The car has not been driven on the road since we bought it. Paint has some minor scratches - a dime size blister on hood (pictured) and some misfired clear coat (probably buff out) - hood will have to be realigned and eventually possibly repainted. One longer scratch on left side front fender towards the bottom. Car has no exterior chrome trim except for trunk star. nbsp;again probably as as a weight-saving measure for racing purposes. Car needs windlass therefore windows are loose in their tracks. Driver's window is race-ready plexiglass and needs some hardware tightening. Interior looks OK for 50 year-old car. Headliner needs to be cleaned. We found a parcel box and ashtray and installed. The Belgium coupe kinder seat was also present when we purchased the car. This was most likely installed after the roll bar was removed.  The seat belts need to be reinstalled. There is some wear and tear on doors and dash. Stainless steel plates are installed where the radio would mount and on the dash where the ducts for the heater would be—these elements were all removed. again for racing weight. Clock present but not working. all other gauges are present.   Vinyl seat covers are ok for driver-level car; non-original carpet. comes with a set of beige cloth racing seat covers. There are obvious repairs on the floor underneath that seem presentable. We installed a new W107 fuel pump to get the car running. Most tools and bag are in the trunk with a scissor jack and. original rubber floor mats.

Car has no rust. Has hard top only. Some chrome trim pieces are missing. but easily replaceable. Please keep in mind this is a very interesting antique.  OEM parts are readily available for this W113 Mercedes along with the very easily obtained W123 Mercedes parts for the engine and trans and it does not have any of the anti-smog devices to slow it down

I have more pictures - please email me if you would like to see more detail or to make a buy it now deal or call 484/919-6200 with questions.

Overall this is a driver car that runs — as I said brakes  and clutch need to be redone from sitting. With a little restoration this car can be a cool head turner. Racing type muffler gives it a throaty sound. In the summer time just remove hardtop and go. This is your chance to own a piece of undefined racing history. The low reserve makes this an affordable project to drive and restore gradually. Other ebay members have said it would be easy to install  a MB W113 engine and trans for around 3-4 K and sell the existing engine and trans for $1500.  My loss your gain - selling for health reasons - sorry I never got the chance to finish. Clear FL title in hand.

Vehicle is sold in as AS IS/WHERE IS condition with absolutely no warranty expressed or implied. Buyer is responsible for vehicle pick up and shipping.   WE have been very open about the complete description of this car. Please make sure you ask any questions before bidding.

$500 deposit required through PayPal within 48 hours of auction end and full payment to be made within 3 days of auction end via cash. or wire transfer. Buyers with zero  or questionable or limited transaction feedback please e-mail before bidding. Car is for sale locally so we reserve the right to stop auction at any time. Please be serious about bidding and only bid to buy the car. Feel free to email me with any questions you may have. The car is for sale locally and seller reserves the right to end the auction at any time.

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