Mercedes-Benz 280 SL Pagode - Automobile Classics

1946-1972

1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 SL Pagode – Retro Classics Stuttgart 2022

February 7, 2024

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The Mercedes-Benz 280 SL Pagode is instantly recognizable by its slightly concave hardtop roof, which resembles an Asian pagoda—hence its nickname. Designed by Paul Bracq with safety input from Béla Barényi, the roof wasn’t just stylish but structurally reinforced. Technical Details: The 1968 Mercedes-Benz 280 SL Pagode features a 2.8L M130 inline-six engine, the most […]

1946-1972

1970 Mercedes-Benz 280 SL Pagode – Exterior and Interior – Retro Classics Stuttgart 2022

February 5, 2024

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The Mercedes-Benz 280 SL Pagode’s styling is marked by clean lines and a poised, well-proportioned stance (long hood, compact cabin, short tail). Inside, the two-seater balances luxury and simplicity with leather seats, a wood-trimmed dash, and clear gauges. Technical Details: The Mercedes-Benz 280 SL Pagode’s 2.8 L inline-six with Bosch fuel injection produces about 170 hp, channeled […]