Auction type: | Blind Auction |
Item location: | WICHITA KS 67216 |
Ends within: | 102h 57m 13s |
Starting Bid: | $90,000.00 |
Make & Model: 1971 Mercedes-Benz 280SL
Type: Classic Convertible (Highly Original)
Condition: Excellent, Well-Documented
Drivetrain: Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD)
Engine: Inline-6 (Matching Numbers)
Transmission: 4-Speed Automatic
Mileage: 31,482 miles
1971 Mercedes-Benz 280SL – California Survivor with Full Provenance
A truly exceptional and highly original example, this 1971 Mercedes-Benz 280SL was sold new in California and remained in long-term ownership until 2021, with full documentation tracing its careful stewardship over the decades. Finished in factory Papyrus White (Code 717) over brand-new black leather, this 280SL combines timeless design with extensive mechanical restoration and modern usability.
Equipped with Frigiking air conditioning, a Becker Europa radio (now with Bluetooth), and both hard and soft tops, this SL offers comfort, collectability, and performance. Recent service from 2022 onward ensures it is fully sorted and ready to drive or show.
Top features include:
Matching numbers engine and drivetrain with factory spot welds and notches
Papyrus White exterior (Code 717) with NEW black leather interior and black hardtop
Four-speed automatic transmission and Frigiking A/C
Black soft top and factory hardtop with heated rear window
Becker Europa radio with Bluetooth upgrade
Original window sticker, books, stamped service booklet, and data card included
California history with long-term previous ownership
Full service in 2022+: rebuilt tachometer, Bilstein shocks, new radiator, fuel pump, water pump, exhaust system, crank seal, oil cooler, starter, ignition system & more
Original tools, keys, pink data card, factory manuals, and old CA title
Outstanding driving condition with originality preserved throughout
🔧 Key Specifications
Model: 1971 Mercedes-Benz 280SL
Trim Level: Convertible
Engine: Inline-6 (Factory Matching Numbers)
Transmission: 4-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain: Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD)
Mileage: 31,482 miles
Exterior: Papyrus White (Code 717)
Interior: New Black Leather
Features: Frigiking A/C, Becker radio w/ Bluetooth, Bilstein shocks, restored mechanicals, hard & soft tops, original documentation, tools, matching numbers
Country: WICHITA KS 67216
Shipping conditions: Our delivery fee is Free for first-time clients, with negotiable pricing from the second purchase onward. Payment methods: Bank transfer |