OWNERS NAME: Juan Carlos Agudelo

YEAR: 1967

MAKE: Mercedes Benz  

MODEL: 250-SL

SUB MODEL: Pagoda

BRIEF MANUFACTURER DETAILS AND SIGNIFICANT HISTORY OF CAR:

• The Mercedes Benz 250 SL “Pagoda” (W113 Chassis) was introduced in March 1967 at the Geneva Motor Show.
• Production: 5,196 units from December 1966 /January 1968, thus its rarity within the W113 series. 1,732 to 1,750 sold in the USA approximately.
• The iconic styling, including the signature concave “Pagoda” roof, was the work of Paul Bracq.
• It was offered in a 4-speed manual transmission, like this one here, as well as a ZF 5-speed option, as an alternative to its standard 4-speed automatic. Improved torque with its 2.5L fuel injected inline-six.
• Introduced four-wheel disc brakes.
• In summary, the 1967 250 SL 4-speed manual stands out as a highly collectible classic that represents the zenith of the Pagoda era – a car that beautifully balances style, engineering, and driving pleasure, distinguishing itself from its automatic and five-speed siblings by virtue of its engaging standard gearbox and one year only mystique.

BRIEF STORY OF THIS PARTICULAR VEHICLE:

• This car has been in my family for over 40 years and it comes originally from San Diego, California.
• This 250 SL was the 3,643rd unit produced.