From 1967 to 1971, Mercedes produced around 23,885 of the W113, 280SL “Pagoda,” a model nicknamed for its slightly concave removable top. It boasted the last update to the SOHC M180 inline-six by Mercedes-Benz and buyers could choose an optional limited-slip differential.

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A superior display of power coupled with sporty elegance: the Mercedes-Benz Pagode presented at the Geneva Motor Show in March 1963 caused a sensation not only among experts. The 230 SL was the worlds first sports car with an innovative safety body, from 1967 to 1971 the further developed 280 SL came off the production line.

2022年9月6日 · While the Pagoda is more luxury than sport, the engine and chassis always goad you along. It's a car that wants to be driven at a brisk pace, if not hustled. It's beautifully engaging in its...

Mercedes might refer to its 1960s SL by the sober model title of W113, but the motoring world recognises the Paul Bracq-styled roadster as a ‘Pagoda’, so named after its concave-shaped hard top. The well-proportioned, all-new SL replaced both the slightly dowdy 190 SL and the magnificent 300 SL Roadster, a car too expensive for all but the ...

The name “Pagoda” is based on the sports car’s characteristic hardtop, which is slightly curved inwards and is reminiscent of Asian temples. The shape was designed by Paul Bracq, who became the first designer in the “Main Department for the Development of Car Bodies” at the Sindelfingen plant in March 1957.

2024年10月29日 · The Mercedes-Benz Pagoda SL remains one of the most cherished cars in automotive history, representing an era when elegance, innovation, and driving pleasure were at the forefront of design. The history of the Pagoda marks eras in time where style, engineering, and safety was interwoven and the model was then set it apart from its competitors ...

2024年7月3日 · The Mercedes-Benz 280 SL "Pagoda," introduced in the 1960s, is an iconic classic renowned for its design and engineering excellence. Originating from the W113 series in 1963 as the 230 SL, it was crafted by designer Paul Bracq and quickly became a …

2023年5月11日 · The Pagoda’s boasted timeless styling and its impeccable build quality, but its real legacy was as the foundation of "peak Mercedes." Media | Articles Design