1967 Mercedes-Benz 250SL Manual
QLD • Dealer used
72
Odometer61,009km
Body typeConvertible
FuelPetrol
TransmissionManual
Comments from the dealer
We are delighted to offer for sale a rare, factory right hand drive, 1967 Mercedes-Benz 250SL with a factory 4-speed manual gearbox.
Mercedes-Benz only built 5,196 250SL’s (from 1966 - 1968), compared to 19,831 230SL’s (from 1963 - 1967) and 23,885 280SL’s (from 1967 - 1971), making it by far the rarest of all the Pagodas.
It is not known how many were built with a manual gearbox, however, what we do know is that a factory right hand drive Mercedes-Benz 250SL with a manual gearbox is a rare car.
The Data Card on file shows the date of delivery as the 8th May 1967 and confirms this factory right hand drive example was delivered new to Great Britain. It also confirms this car was originally painted ‘Tunis Beige’ (paint code 462) with a matching hard top. The interior upholstery code is 116, which is caviar coloured seats (trim code 2100) and black carpets (carpet code 6125). The soft top was originally black (soft top code 720).
We have verified that the ID plate, stamped chassis number, engine number, data plate as well as body number stampings on the bonnet, gearbox support, under the soft top lid and the hard top are all correct and matching.
This car has an excellent history file with ownership noted back to 1977, when it was owned by Ian Shanks Jeffrey from Falkirk in Scotland, UK. There is email correspondence on file between the current owner and Stephen Jeffrey (Ian Jeffrey’s stepson), who wrote that he understood the previous owner to be a lady by the name of Sylvia Anderson who sold the car to his stepfather because it was too fast for her! The car was then registered as SA505, which is confirmed by an old UK V5 on file.
In 1983 the car was sold to John Kennedy from nearby Alloa and at that time it was registered as NMS537F. Kennedy owned the car for just over a year and it was then sold to Martin Swist from Fairfield, Connecticut, USA. The car remained in continuous ownership for the next 33 years, before being acquired by a well-known Australian enthusiast and collector in 2017. There is an Import Approval on file dated 13th July 2017.
The current owner acquired this Mercedes-Benz 250SL through the Classic Throttle Shop in Sydney in April 2022. It was a lovely car, however, the current owner is pedantic and wanted to improve its overall presentation.
One thing led to another and the end result was that he spent a small fortune on his 250SL. The car was stripped and the body repaired and painted by Styling Automotive in Yeerongpilly (Brisbane). The bright work was rechromed and the external trim refurbished or replaced.
Classic car restorer Paolo Piazza Musso’s Garagisti in Brisbane was tasked with the project managing the restoration work and the reassembly of the car.
Mechanically, the engine was found to be strong, so it was not rebuilt. All the ancillaries were assessed and refurbished as required, including the Bosch mechanical fuel injection pump. The final recommissioning and mechanical works were completed by classic Mercedes-Benz specialists Three Point Classic in Brisbane. They carried out a range of work, installing a refurbished rear differential and a new clutch kit.
The interior was in excellent condition and it was only the timber that was refurbished. All the instruments were checked and repaired/refurbished. The original, period correct Becker Europa radio is a nice touch and it is in good working order.
The owner was heavily involved in the project and chose to purchase all of the new parts directly from suppliers including Niemoller, Authentic Classic and others.
The end result is a beautifully presented Mercedes-Benz 250SL.
The Paul Bracq designed Type W113 Mercedes-Benz is an automotive icon that carries colour exceptionally well. Fortunately, the current owner chose to have this car repainted in its original colour of ‘Tunis Beige’, a wonderful period colour that enhances the Pagoda's timeless design and we think is about as good as it gets!
Whilst the project has only recently been completed, the repaint was finished back in 2023. It comes as no surprise that the paintwork remains vibrant and fresh. Its overall presentation is excellent, though we should mention there is a very small mark evident on either side of the soft top cover near the B-pillar. All the panel gaps are excellent. The chrome presents like new and the lights and lenses are in excellent condition.
The soft top, which fits very well, is in excellent condition with no rips or tears and a clear rear window.
For the cold winter months one has the option to fit the factory (original) hard top, which is also in excellent condition, essentially converting the car from a convertible to a coupe. The car looks equally as stunning with the hard top fitted.
The steel wheels with chrome dress rings are in excellent condition with no evidence of any kerb rash or damage. The centre section of the hub caps are painted in the correct body colour and are also in excellent condition. The wheels are shod with Sumitomo tyres, size 195/75/14. These tyres are date stamped 4915 (week 49, 2015) and 4116 (week 41,2016) and they are still in a good condition.
Open the door of the Mercedes-Benz 250 SL and you are greeted by an interior that perfectly reflects the car's character. It is elegant, purposeful and impeccably crafted. The beige upholstery perfectly contrasts the black dash and steering wheel as well as the timber finishes inside the cabin and the ‘Tunis Beige’ paint work. The upholstery is in very good condition, showing very light wear to the driver’s seat. The seats are firm and comfortable. The carpet in both footwells, on the transmission tunnel and rear parcel shelf is clean and in excellent condition. The dash, instruments and controls are a real feature and they all present really well.
The real highlight is of course the delicate gear lever protruding from the transmission tunnel!
Under the bonnet, everything is also immaculate. The spot welds on the panels from the original construction remain in place as do the ‘notches’ on the front guards adjacent to the headlights. Open the boot and you reveal a space that is very neat, clean and tidy.
At time of photographing the car the odometer read 61,021 km.
From the moment the car arrived at our showroom we were genuinely excited to refamiliarise ourselves with a manual Mercedes-Benz 250SL/ sold a manual 280SL a few years ago, we understand how good these cars are with a third pedal!
Starting the car is easy. You insert the key into the ignition, turn the ignition on, wait a couple of seconds for the fuel pump to supply the necessary amount of fuel to the engine and then you turn the key further to start the car. The 2,496cc six cylinder engine fires up easily and quickly settles into a smooth idle. Whilst the engine is warming up we familiarise ourselves with the instruments and controls before gently selecting first gear to take it out onto the open road.
First impressions are really positive. The car feels solid and composed. The straight six goes about its business and the car just cruises with that ‘German efficiency’ one would expect of a fully sorted Pagoda. There’s no fuss, it’s just very easy to drive and incredibly smooth. The engine revs willingly through the rev range and after a few short miles you really appreciate the manual gearbox. The light clutch and precise gearshift make the car remarkably easy to drive, while the manual gearbox adds an extra layer of involvement often absent from automatic equipped examples. Each gear change feels deliberate and rewarding, allowing the driver to make the most of the engine's broad spread of torque and flexible performance.
The steering is precise and direct, the suspension feels incredibly tight and there are no rattles or squeaks. The brakes pull the car up efficiently and in a straight line. All the instruments and controls appear to be in good working order.
If you happen to be caught out by the weather whilst you are out for a drive, the soft top can be easily and relatively quickly raised by one person.
The Mercedes-Benz Type W113 Pagodas were never intended to be a sports car, rather a sophisticated, elegant and highly refined grand tourer, however, the manual gearbox most certainly gives it a sporting edge!
Accompanying the car is the original hardtop, spare wheel, tool kit, jack, hard top stand and a very good history file, which contains the data card, historical documents dating back to 1977 as well all the invoices for the recent restoration work.
A change in the current owner’s circumstances has meant that he has reluctantly decided to sell the car.
Highlights:
- rare factory RHD 250SL with the 4-speed manual gearbox.
- presented in its stunning original colour of ‘Tunis Beige’.
- matching numbers chassis, engine and body.
- all tags present and correct.
- hard top / soft top.
- ready to use and enjoy.
Price $289,950.
Background
Following the outbreak of the First World War in 1914, Europe’s car industry was decimated. In Germany both Daimler and Benz went back to producing cars post-war, however, times were tough. A merger between Daimler and Benz would ensure that both companies survived and following a technical co-operation agreement in 1924, the companies formally merged on the 1st July 1926. Mercedes-Benz was born!
Subsequently, Mercedes-Benz went on to build some of the greatest cars of all time. The cars from Stuttgart bearing the three-pointed star all had one thing in common . . . they were renowned for their technical innovation, build quality, luxury and performance.
In the 1950’s Mercedes Benz produced one of the greatest cars of all time – the iconic 300SL Gullwing and 300SL Coupe. Whilst fabulous cars, they were very expensive and generally sold to the rich and famous. Mercedes wanted to build a sporting luxury car that still looked classical in the mould of the 300SL, but it had to be affordable and the plan was to build such a car in far greater numbers than the exclusive 300SL’s. Enter the Type W121 or 190SL as it became known in the mid 1950’s. This model was an outstanding success and circa 25,000 cars were built over the next 8 years of production. The formula worked and Mercedes Benz carried it on with great success in the 1960’s with the Type W113 230SL/250SL/280SL models. This evolved into the Type R107/C107 280SL(C)/350SL(C)/380SL(C)/450SL(C) models built throughout the 1970’s and 1980’s.
The Mercedes-Benz 230SL (Type W113.042) was first shown at the Geneva Motor Show in March 1963. Production started by June of that year and the car was a resounding success for Mercedes-Benz with 19,831 cars built in just over three and a half years of production.
In late 1966 the Mercedes-Benz 250SL (Type W113.043) was introduced. This model had many subtle improvements, but the most significant was an increase in engine size to 2,496cc giving the car significantly improved performance. The majority of the 5,196 250SL’s were built in 1967 before production ceased in early 1968.
By late 1967 the final iteration of the Type W113 cars, the Mercedes-Benz 280SL (Type W113.044) was introduced. The Type M180 engine was bored out to provide a total engine capacity of 2,778cc and a further increase in power and torque over its predecessor. Mercedes-Benz built 23,885 280SL’s taking the total number of Type W113 cars built to almost 48,912 over 9 years of production.
The Paul Bracq designed Type W113 Mercedes-Benz is today recognised as an all time classic. In recent years the demand for these cars has skyrocketed and the Mercedes-Benz ‘Pagodas’ have become highly sought after by collectors and enthusiasts worldwide.
Car details
øVehicle description
R113 Roadster 2dr Man 4sp 2.5i
Powerplant type
Internal Combustion Engine (ICE)
Cost to insureSponsored
Exterior colour
Beige
Body type
Convertible, 2 doors, 2 seats
Transmission
4 speed Manual
Engine
6 cylinders, Petrol Aspirated, 2.5L
Registration plate
Check with seller
VIN
11111111111111111
Build date
Check with seller
Compliance date
Check with seller
Dealer stock ID
0906
Interior
Leather
Seats
Exterior
Chrome finish
BumpersDoor handles - exteriorGrille surroundHeadlamp bezels
Moulding
Body side - chrome
Steering
Power steering
Power steering
Brakes
Front
Ventilated
Rear
Solid
Suspension
Type
Independent front suspension
Wheels & Tyres
Rim material
Chrome wheels
Safety & Security
Number of Airbags
0
Engine
Engine type
Piston
Engine Location
Front
Engine Size (cc)
2496cc
Engine Size (L)
2.5L
Induction
Aspirated
Engine Configuration
In-line
Cylinders
6
Camshaft
Overhead Cam
Valves/Ports per Cylinder
2
Compression ratio
9.5
Generic Engine Type
Piston
Power
111.9kW @ 5500rpm
Torque
216Nm @ 4200rpm
Power to Weight Ratio
82.3kW/t
Transmission & Drivetrain
Gears
4
Gear Type
Manual
Gear Location
Floor
Drive
Rear Wheel Drive
Fuel
Fuel Type
Petrol
Fuel Capacity
82L
Fuel Delivery
Multi-Point Injection
Method of Delivery
Electronic
Steering
Steering
Recirculating Ball
Wheels & Tyres
Rim Material
Steel
Front Rim Description
14x6.0
Rear Rim Description
14x6.0
Dimensions & Weights
Length
4285mm
Width
1760mm
Height
1305mm
Wheelbase
2400mm
Track Front
1485mm
Track Rear
1485mm
Kerb Weight
1360kg
Gross Combination Mass
1715kg
Other
Country of Origin
GERMANY
Launch Year
1967
Launch Month
6
Generation Name
113
Series
R113
Badge
(No Badge)
Doors
2
Seat Capacity
2
Body Style
Convertible
Probationary plate status +
New South Wales
Allowed
Victoria
Approved
Queensland
Approved
South Australia
Approved
Australian Capital Territory
Approved
Western Australia
Approved
Northern Territory
Approved
Tasmania
Approved
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