Biete Mercedes Benz 280 SL in gutem Zustand mit Matching Numbers

Highlights
In the same family ownership nearly 26 years, with one American lady owner before that
Described as \"one of the most original and unrestored examples\" upon purchase and exportation in 1999, with only 2,000 miles covered since
Comprehensive documentation including original title deed and bill of sale
Matching numbers example
Lightly used for day trips
Please see an updated video and some photos which have been uploaded by the owner today

The Appeal
The Mercedes-Benz \'Pagoda\' represents one of the most elegant and desirable classic roadsters ever produced, combining timeless styling with refined German engineering. This subtle Paul Bracq-penned sports car was loaded with gentle curves and characteristic slab-sided shapes - topped, of course, with that distinctive concave hard top.

This particular left-hand drive example stands out not only for that utterly charming livery - though it\'s certainly turned our head - but has been in the same family ownership for a quarter of a century, and has clearly been very well kept. It\'s an excellent, honest and eminently drivable Pagoda that has been thoroughly recommissioned in order to return to the road.
With less than 2,000 miles covered in the last 26 years and always stored in dry conditions, this beautiful example is bound to impress.

The car is an honest 280 SL from a known line of ownership. It has never been raced, driven hard or in fact driven much in the last 26 years of our ownership. It has not been restored in our ownership, only mechanically checked and fixed where needed. It needs an owner who has a passion for these old cars - something that we realise we don\'t have time to nurture - and hence the sale. The new owner will get a very drivable classic which literally turns heads on every drive. Our last outing to the pub had three separate people coming to me to remark on how lovely the car is! The car drives well, but it is a classic and not like driving a modern car. Steering is light, acceleration is good, and the noise from the engine is fantastic. I most love driving with the roof down at 40-50 mph on B-roads, which seems to be the natural habitat.\"

History and Paperwork
Originally purchased in North Carolina on 28th April 1999
Imported to the UK and registered on 31st December 1999
Presented as a birthday gift on 31st December 1999 in South Wales
Full lube service and 4 new tyres installed before shipping in 1999
Valued at £15,000 by Mike Greenberg Vintage & Classic Cars on 13th December 1999 (document available)
Lightly used for day trips over 22 years, covering less than 2,000 miles
Always dry stored in a garage
Inherited by the seller and siblings in 2021 after father\'s passing
Recommissioned by Redcastle Classics Ltd in South Wales (March 2022)
Stored in London for 2 years (Car Vault London) and 1 year in Reigate
Full documentation available including previous owner\'s title deed, bill of sale, and mileage records
This is a Matching Numbers vehicle having received the MB data card and cross checked body and engine numbers
All shipping and UK registration documents available
MOT valid until March 2026